Sky Expands Paramount Slate

As expected, Sky has signed a new deal for Paramount content that includes the pending Yellowstone spin-offs as well as missing series like The Agency and hopefully Lawmen: Bass Reeves.

Here’s the media release:

Sky and Paramount announce expanded content partnership

Sky Network Television (Sky) and Paramount Global Content Distribution today announce an exclusive partnership, bringing an exceptional lineup of US premium drama, procedurals, kids and comedy content to Sky and NEON audiences.

The expansive deal includes exclusive access to new premium series from SHOWTIME, Paramount+ and CBS, delivering more world-class entertainment to New Zealand viewers.

Yellowstone fans can look forward to Luke Grimes reprising his role as Kayce Dutton in the upcoming spinoff Y: Marshals, set to premiere on Sky and NEON in early 2026.

The new deal also secures a slate of highly anticipated Taylor Sheridan projects, including The Madison and Dutton Ranch, further reinforcing Sky as the home of premium drama.

Sky and NEON customers will continue to have access to their favourite CBS, SHOWTIME and Paramount+ shows such as Yellowjackets, Dexter, FBI, CIA and Boston Blue.

Plus, a stellar line-up from SHOWTIME and Paramount+ originals slate including The Agency: Central Intelligence, Girl Taken and new instalments of Dexter with Dexter: Resurrection.

The deal also includes thousands of hours of premium scripted and comedy library content including prominent CBS procedurals as well as some of Paramount’s most iconic franchises including Dexter, Billions, Ray Donovan and Twin Peaks.

Sophie Moloney, Sky Chief Executive, said: “This is an expansive deal and represents a significant step forward in our entertainment strategy.

“We know what our customers watch, and we’re building on those insights to curate the content that resonates most with our audiences.

“Paramount’s Yellowstone was a standout for Sky customers in FY25, 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.”

“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,” says Kevin MacLellan, President, International and Global Content Distribution, Paramount, A Skydance Corporation.

“This is a strategic step that contributes to a strong industry by ensuring compelling, dependable content remains accessible.”