Sci-Fi (Australian TV channel)

Last updated
Sci-Fi
Sci-Fi 2023.png
Country Australia
Programming
Language(s) English
Picture format 576i (SDTV 16:9)
1080i (HDTV 16:9)
Timeshift serviceSci-Fi + 2
Ownership
Owner Foxtel Networks
Sister channels Foxtel Networks channels
History
Launched31 December 2019
Replaced Syfy
Closed29 February 2024
Former namesFOX Sci-Fi (2019–2023)
Availability
Streaming media
Foxtel Go Channel 116

Sci-Fi (formerly Fox Sci-Fi) was an Australian subscription television channel which focused on airing fantasy TV series. The channel launched on 31 December 2019, replacing the Australian feed of Syfy. [1] [2]

Contents

On 26 September 2023, the channel rebranded as Sci-Fi. [3]

On 29 February 2024, the channel closed along with Foxtel Movies Thriller. [4]

Logo history

Logo used 31 December 2019 - 26 September 2023 Fox SciFi logo.png
Logo used 31 December 2019 - 26 September 2023

Programs

Current Programming

Source: [5]

Former Programming

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References

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