Five HD

Five HD is a high definition simulcast channel from Five.

Five HD broadcasts the same schedule as the standard definition channel, Five. Content is broadcast in high definition where available, or is upscaled where it is not available in high definition.

Broadcasting at a higher bitrate, the picture quality of even upscaled content is improved when compared to the standard definition channel.

How to watch Five HD

Five HD is Free to view, which means that it is encrypted and is only available on a Sky HD box with a viewing card. The channel is available without subscription to either Sky TV or the Sky HD Mix/Pack as long as you have a Sky Viewing Card. This means that all you require to watch this channel is a High Defintion set-top box and a Sky Viewing Card. A Sky Viewing Card can be obtained by either subscribing to a Sky package (HD is not required), buying a "Pay Once, Watch Forever" card, buying a "Freesat From Sky" card, or using an Ex-Subscription card.

You will find Five HD on Sky Guide Channel 171.

History of Five HD

Five HD launched on 13th July 2010.

Content shown on Five HD

Here is a small selection of what has been shown:

• Neighbours
• Home and Away
• Law & Order: SVU
• The Mentalist
• Don`t Stop Believing
• K-Ville

If you have Sky+HD, to enjoy content in HD on the Five HD channel, turn to Sky Guide Channel 171

What's On - Now and Next

What is currently being shown on Five HD and is due to air next?

Find out below:
Now: Off Air

Next: Off Air

Get more information about Five HD

To find out more about Five HD, you can visit their website by clicking on the link below:
Visit the Five HD Website