This newcomer to the streaming landscape hasn't had a sensational launch. And yet, Explore could appeal to a wide audience that loves documented stories and long formats. Developed by the Mediawan group (via its Mediapro branch), the platform offers more than 250 hours of documentaries, with a monthly catalog renewal. The themes are varied: society, science, nature, geopolitics, culture, portraits... with a deliberate editorial commitment to tell the story of today's world, without filter.
Initially offered at €3.99 per month with no commitment, Explore is now included at no additional cost in six Canal+ packages. An operation that is part of a broader consolidation strategy in the face of the proliferation of platforms.
Which offers are affected?
Subscribers to the following offers automatically benefit from access to Explore:
- Canal+ Ciné Séries
- Canal+ Cinéma
- Canal+ Famille
- Subscribers who have selected the Ciné Séries Channels option
- Canal+ Intégrale
- Canal+ Intégrale+
In concrete terms, this means that several hundred thousand users now have access to Explore, directly via the Canal+ or myCANAL website and app, without manual activation or contract changes. Deployment is automatic.
By adding Explore to its portfolio, Canal+ confirms its shift towards an enhanced bouquet model, with centralized access to a galaxy of exclusive content. After integrating Netflix, Apple TV+, and Paramount+, the group is now banking on an in-house service focused on quality documentaries, a format that is booming on the platforms.
The idea is twofold: to retain existing subscribers by increasing the number of included bonuses, while attracting a curious audience, often frustrated by the gradual disappearance of documentaries from the schedules of traditional channels. Explore is specifically targeting this audience, with a clear, ad-free offering and an interface designed for seamless consumption on all screens (mobile, tablet, connected TV, consoles, etc.).
Note that those who do not have one of the six eligible plans can still subscribe to Explore individually, for €3.99 per month, via their Canal+ customer area. The subscription is without commitment, with a one-month free trial currently offered.
Basically, Explore boasts a strong editorial line, with a tight selection, renewed each month, far from the logic of an overloaded catalog. The goal is to offer content that is informative, immersive, and current, with European and international productions, some of which are exclusive to France.
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