Bell Media Announces Exciting Channel Rebrands Coming Jan 2025
Get ready for a refreshed viewing experience! Bell Media is rebranding two of its popular specialty channels in partnership with NBC Universal, starting January 1, 2025. These changes bring new names and an expanded lineup of exciting programming that builds on what you already love.
Here’s what’s changing:
• Discovery becomes USA Network
• Investigation Discovery (ID) becomes Oxygen True Crime
While the names are changing, both channels will continue delivering the genres and shows you’ve come to enjoy, with some fresh new content to explore.
Oxygen True Crime: A Thrilling New Era for True Crime Fans
Replacing Investigation Discovery (ID), Oxygen True Crime will be your ultimate destination for all things true crime. As one of the fastest-growing cable networks in the US, Oxygen is a must-watch for fans of real-life mysteries and investigative storytelling, especially with its female-focused programming. Canadian viewers can expect a blend of ID favourites and compelling new titles.
What to Watch:
• Forensic Factor F2 (Canadian Original): Delve into the science of crime-solving with this anthology series showcasing advanced forensic techniques.
• Fear Thy Neighbour (Canadian Original): A chilling exploration of neighbour disputes turned deadly.
• Snapped: The long-running series about ordinary women driven to extraordinary crimes.
• Real Murders of Atlanta: A gritty look at the underbelly of Atlanta’s dynamic culture, where ambition and violence collide.
• Killer Relationship with Faith Jenkins: Uncover the dark side of love and friendships gone wrong.
• The Pike County Murders: A Family Massacre: Explore the largest murder investigation in Ohio’s history, revealing a web of lies and betrayal.
Oxygen True Crime is set to captivate Canadian audiences with its lineup of gripping true crime series, including Canadian originals and international hits.
USA Network: A New Home for Iconic Entertainment
Discovery Channel is evolving into USA Network, a top-tier entertainment brand known for its mix of scripted and unscripted content. While retaining many popular Discovery titles, USA Network will also introduce buzzworthy new series and blockbuster films, creating an irresistible mix for Canadian audiences.
What to Watch:
• Highway Thru Hell (Canadian Original): Follow the intrepid team keeping BC’s Coquihalla Highway open against all odds.
• East Harbour Heroes (Canadian Original): Life on the rugged Atlantic coast comes alive in this vibrant docuseries.
• The Mightiest (Canadian Original): A celebration of human innovation and resilience, featuring the incredible feats behind massive projects.
• Good Cop, Bad Cop: A dramedy procedural about a quirky sibling detective duo working under their police chief father.
• Traitors: A thrilling murder mystery game show hosted by the captivating Alan Cumming.
• Suits: The beloved legal drama joins USA Network in Canada.
• Timber Titans (Canadian Original): Explore the high-stakes world of BC’s logging industry in this action-packed series.
USA Network promises an engaging mix of drama, action, and reality, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
What This Means for You
These rebrands mark an exciting new chapter for Bell Media’s specialty channels, offering even more of the premium content you love. Whether you’re a true crime buff, a fan of gripping dramas, or looking for action-packed docuseries, Oxygen True Crime and USA Network deliver entertainment tailored to Canadian audiences.
Starting January 1, 2025, you can watch these revamped networks on RallyTV. Get ready to dive into a whole new world of entertainment!