Not
only is M-Net Edge (channel 102 on DStv) bringing Game of Thrones Season
5 to viewers at exactly the
same time that it airs in the US; the much-anticipated new season of the HBO
series, as well as additional Game of Thrones content, will also be available
on a variety of M-Net and DStv platforms – including DStv Catch Up, DStv Now
and the M-Net App.
"The
viewer response to our first-ever simulcast of an international series has been
overwhelming," says M-Net Channel Director Gideon Khobane. "There's been
a phenomenal buzz about Game of Thrones Season 5 on social media and the
radio airwaves. Thousands of fans entered our competition to witness South
African television history in the making when we link to the M-Net Edge
broadcast at cinemas across the country too.
"The
different ways in which we give viewers access to the new Game of Thrones
season also signals that M-Net has its finger on the pulse of the very latest
worldwide trends whilst also understanding the different needs and lifestyles
of our multitude of viewers. People now want to consume entertainment at their
convenience – and with Game of Thrones we're facilitating this in
unprecedented ways."
Game
of Thrones
Season 5 is screened on Thursday nights at 21h00 on M-Net Edge, channel 102 on
DStv (from April 16). At the same time it will also be streamed on the DStv Now
App.
The
latest episode of Game of Thrones Season 5 is available on DStv Catch Up
on the DStv Now App directly after the episode is screened on Thursdays. It can
also be found on the DStv Catch Up service on HD and SD PVRs.
If
you missed out on the previous seasons (Season 1-4), there are three recap
episodes available for viewers to watch on DStv Catch Up, available on the
DStv Explora and on tablets or smartphones via the DStv Now App.
For a richer Game of Thrones experience, and to remind
you not to miss the on air action, best you also download the new M-Net App.
Should you wish to receive reminders from the M-Net App, you will be notified
of the Express from the US and prime time episodes. By favouriting the Game of Thrones Express from the U.S. show page, you’ll gain access to the latest
exclusive behind the scenes footage like interviews with the cast. The App is
free to download – all you need is a reliable Internet connection to access.
The M-Net App is currently available in the App Store for iOS users, and in the
Google Play Store for Android users.
NB: All M-Net Terrestrial viewers can also watch Game of
Thrones Season 5 from May 23 at 21h30.
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