Roku UK: 7 great hidden Roku channel gems

Did you know there are more than 1,000 channels available in the UK Roku Channel Store? That means as well as watching your favourite TV shows on Netflix, 4OD and ITV Player, there’s loads of additional content to discover too.

After last week’s tips on personalising your Roku player, this time we’ve got seven channels that you’ve just got to tune in to.

1. Moonlight Movies

So you’re already a regular streamer of the latest movie releases on the likes of Google Play and Sky Store. But if the classics are your thing too, this channel has a great selection of films from Hollywood’s golden age for you to stream.

2. UFOs and Aliens Channel

Did you know extra-terrestrial life is catered for on your Roku player? This channel is a must-watch for those interested in life beyond our planet, with some gripping videos exploring alien encounters and conspiracy theories from the 1930’s to the present day.

3. DailyBurn
With channels like DailyBurn, your Roku player can become the perfect fitness companion. The channel provides both a daily workout video and an extensive video workout library. You can also choose a workout by level or duration.

4. 911
Sometimes real life is far better than any drama out there, as 911 proves. This captivating channel allows you to listen to a number of real-life emergency calls from the past. From recordings involving celebrities to a man who claims he’s been robbed by McDonald’s, 911 has it all.

5. CNET
If you’re a lover of technology then CNET is a must-add channel! Watch all the latest tech shows, gadget reviews, event coverage and get tips from CNET’s many experts as they serve up everything you need to get the most out of tech.

6. Driving Sports TV
If motors are your definition of sport, the official Driving Sports Roku channel is the thing for you. It boasts a range of original automotive shorts and driving entertainment clips and is well worth installing.

7. Cruise Addicts
There’s plenty of holiday based channels on the Roku platform, featuring the highlights each destination has to offer. But did you know there was a special channel dedicated to cruise holidays? Cruise Addicts has it all covered, from the latest news to regular podcasts.