If you want to watch Sky content but don’t want to be tied down by a contract, Now subscriptions are a great option. With entertainment, movies, sports and more, there’s plenty of content to stream.
It’s now exclusive to the UK. However, if you want to watch the latest sports game or the latest episode of your favorite show while you travel, there is a simple solution. Here’s how to stream Now from abroad.
You can see how Now compares to competitors like Netflix and Prime Video in our best streaming services chart.
Can I watch Now outside the UK?
We can confirm that you can watch Now from abroad. However, you will need to have purchased a Now subscription while you are in the UK before traveling or have access to login details for an existing account.
If you have that, all you need is a VPN (Virtual Private Network). This redirects your IP address, so that you can appear as if you are browsing the Internet from other countries.
There are many VPNs out there, but the best choices for streaming are NordVPN and Surfshark, as they offer a wide range of servers, simple performance, and affordable prices, especially if you sign up for longer-term plans.
Once you have downloaded your VPN, connect to the UK server. Next, go to the Now website and log in. You should be able to stream as usual – we’ve tested this method and can confirm that it works.
Here’s the full price for Now subscriptions, although new users can get discounts and bundles:
- Now Entertainment subscription – £9.99 per month
- Now Cinema subscription – £9.99 per month
- Now Sports subscription – £34.99 per month
- Now Hayu Membership – £4.99 per month
Dominik Tomaszewski / Foundry
Dominik Tomaszewski / Foundry
Dominik Tomaszewski / Foundry
Can I create a Now account from abroad?
If you are a permanent resident outside the UK or forgot to create an account before leaving, unfortunately you will not be able to create an account with Now.
We tested this method and were unable to access the payment page, even with a VPN. You will most likely see this page appear:
Hannah Cowton / Foundry
Hannah Cowton / Foundry
Hannah Cowton / Foundry
There are other ways to watch Now content abroad. Max is available in the United States, Latin America and parts of Europe, which offers most of the HBO staples featured on Now’s Entertainment subscription.
For sports, there’s ESPN+ and DAZN, while Hayu’s reality content often airs on Bravo in the US.
