Movistar+ launching new flagship channel today

Telefónica’s Movistar+ is launching a new flagship channel brand today. Canal #0, replacing the former Canal+.

The channel, which will be available exclusively to Movistar+ customers, will launch at 20:30 local time today and will carry a mix of exclusive entertainment programming, series and factual programmes, produced by Telefónica.

Canal #0, aimed at a general audience between 18 and 54 years old, will include a new flagship show Late Motiv, fewith interviews and humour, hosted by Andreu Buneafuente.

Other shows on the channel will include Likes, Diario Vice and sports-focused show Movistar Arena.

The launch of Canal #0 is Telefónica’s latest move to drive forward its dominance of the pay TV space. last week the company began offering free access to Mediapro’s beIN Sport channel to its Movistar Fusión+ customers, following its recent deal with the Catalan broadcaster.