Major Sky TV rival reveals 35 FREE movies alongside huge box upgrade

A MAJOR streaming service is rivalling Sky TV with the launch of over 35 free blockbuster hits, as well as a huge box upgrade.

The competitor is expanding its entertainment offerings with a host of new films available to watch at no extra cost.

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Sky TV rival makes changes to platform

In addition to the array of new cult films available to stream, the platform has also revealed that it has made improvements to its TV box.

Virgin Media’s latest update will make it quicker and easier to find the programmes and movies that you want to watch.

The upgrade will see changes to the search bar feature, in a bid to make it simpler to find exactly what you are looking for.

Now, when you search for a show or film, you will be presented with a series of image results, instead of a text list.

A statement on these improvements read: “Once the results are in, just navigate what you want to watch using the arrow buttons on your remote and press OK once you’ve selected the tile. It is so simple.”

Virgin Media has also assured its viewers that search results will still include live TV options, On Demand content, shows on Catch Up, Box Sets and even content from streaming apps like Netflix and Prime Video.

Viewers also don’t need to worry about updating their boxes to unlock this new feature – the change will happen automatically.

How to use the new feature

The platform has also provided advice on how to use the search bar effectively.

In addition to typing in your desired watch, you can also hold down the remote’s mic button and say the name of the show.

You will then start to see some options appear on the screen as you type or speak.

If you are not sure of the exact programme you want to watch, you can also search a genre and the Smart Search feature will present the relevant titles.

35 new blockbuster titles announced

As well as this exciting new update, Virgin Media will also be releasing a host of brilliant new titles.

For no extra cost, Virgin users can access an array of blockbuster hits across BBC iPlayer, ITVX and Channel 4.

All of the above streaming apps are available to Virgin Media customers who watch on a Virgin TV 360 or Stream box.

While a huge range of films are set to be released, the platform has revealed 35 of the top titles that will be at viewers’ fingertips.

Virgin Media told viewers in a recent statement: “You don’t need to head out to your local multiplex to find a huge range of films, from blockbusters to indies, from horror to comedy, from Hollywood, the UK and all around the world.

“Whatever your preference, you’ll find a movie to enjoy.”

Among the titles coming soon are blockbuster hits like Skyfall, Spider-Man, and Top Gun.

Other films to feature are award winning sensations like Everything Everywhere All At Once, and Aftersun.

If you are in the mood for a classic you can also choose from a range of hits, including, The Terminator and Heathers and Pan’s Labyrinth.

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