Sky New Zealand secures revamped content deal with Paramount

Sky New Zealand has secured a new content deal with Paramount Global Content Distribution for broadcast across the Sky and streamer Neon platforms.

Sophie Moloney

The agreement includes exclusive access to new series from Showtime, Paramount+ and CBS including the Taylor Sheridan cannon of Yellowstone, forthcoming spinoff, Y: Marshals, The Madison and Dutton Ranch.

“Paramount’s Yellowstone was a standout for Sky customers in 2025, and this new deal ensures we can build on that success by securing the shows that matter most. With thousands of hours of premium drama, comedy and iconic franchises, this collaboration reinforces Sky as the home of world-class entertainment in New Zealand,” said Sky NZ chief Sophie Moloney.

The revamped content acquisition slate will include Showtime and Paramount+ originals featuring The Agency: Central Intelligence, Girl Taken and the latest instalments of Dexter with Dexter: Resurrection.

Current Sky and Neon programming including Yellowjackets, Dexter, FBI, CIA and Boston Blue will be preserved in addition to content including Billions, Ray Donovan and Twin Peaks.

Paramount’s president of global content distribution and international media, Kevin MacLellan, saif the deal was a strategic step, “that contributes to a strong industry by ensuring compelling, dependable content remains accessible.”

“Expanding our relationship with Sky in New Zealand allows us to bring an even wider range of proven IP and premium series to viewers in the market,” he added.