What to watch in ultra HD this May

Ready for a month of great telly like you’ve never seen before? Then read on to discover some of the ultra HD highlights coming up on the Virgin TV Ultra HD channel (CH 175/999) throughout May. It includes the second season of critically acclaimed TV series Cobra Kai, an appetising adventure with Billy And Dom Eat The World and classic movies from Panic Room to Identity and Desperado, all in super-sharp 4K ultra high-definition. Plus, there’s horror films with eye-popping effects that’ll take your breath away, and dazzling documentary footage that allows you to see nature in a whole new way – and much more besides.

Every month Virgin TV Ultra HD brings you superb drama series, films, documentaries and more in stunning, pixel-perfect UHD. And with Virgin TV 360, you can enjoy Virgin TV Ultra HD around the home thanks to our incredible multiroom experience.

But that’s not all: there’s even more great 4K entertainment to watch with Virgin TV, including hundreds of new box sets and movies from Sky and crystal-clear sport on TNT Sports Ultimate and Sky Sports UHD for customers who subscribe. See below for some of this month’s highlights.

The Virgin TV Ultra HD channel is available to customers with a Mix, Maxit, MegaTV or Essential Entertainment package with a compatible television and our Virgin TV V6 box (powered by TiVo^®), Virgin TV 360 or Stream box. Simply go to CH 175 or CH 999 to start watching.

Please note, if you watch TV on our TiVo^® box, you will not be able to access the Virgin TV Ultra HD channel. But it’s super simple to upgrade to our latest Virgin TV box by contacting us on 0345 454 1111 (or call 150 from a Virgin Media phone). 

Don’t worry about missing any of these when they’re on: new shows and films on the Virgin TV Ultra HD Channel are available in On Demand after their original broadcast, still in eye-popping ultra HD on compatible TVs. Read on to discover some of the ultra HD picks on Virgin TV this May.

Saturday 3 May, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Lock your doors, close the curtains and definitely don’t venture underground where the terrifying Key Demon is lurking. The fourth instalment in the mega-horror franchise explores the roots of demonologist Elise Rainier (Lin Shaye), who as a child helped a murderous spirit to enter the human world and wreak havoc. And in ultra-high definition, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped right into the Further… just remember how to find your way back out again.

Sunday 4 May, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Relive classic American crime thriller Identity in vivid clarity that’ll have you hiding behind a cushion. Inspired by Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None, the film follows 10 strangers who become stranded at an isolated hotel before they start getting murdered one by one. Eek. John Cusack (Runaway Jury), Ray Liotta (Goodfellas), Amanda Peet (The Whole Nine Yards) and John C McGinley (Scrubs) star in this spine-tingling whodunnit.

Tuesday 6 May, 8.10pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Immerse yourself in the depths of Gabon’s forests, where an elusive species of gorillas are seldom seen by humans. Until now. This fascinating story captures how a team of scientists from the Smithsonian Institute in Washington have been campaigning for troop leader Musuri and his family to be habituated in Moukalaba-Doudau National Park, to preserve the African region’s wildlife conservation and ensure that gorilla tourism keep the borders of Moukalaba-Doudau protected.

Saturday 10 May, 9.30pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Stick ’em up, cowboy. Antonio Banderas (Paddington In Peru) is musician El Mariachi who, after being mistaken for a hitman in a Mexican town, turns to a life of crime to avenge the death of his lover. Expect high-stakes showdowns, heart-stopping shootouts and plenty of gun-slingin’ action from El Mariachi and his guitar case of weapons. Salma Hayek (House Of Gucci), Steve Buscemi (Fargo), Joaquim de Almeida (Clear And Present Danger) and film-maker Quentin Tarantino also star.

Mondays from 12 May, 8.10pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan – aka the hobbits Merry and Pippin from The Lord Of The Rings trilogy – are embarking on an epic new quest and it has nothing to do with Mordor. Instead, the best friends on- and off-screen are eating the very best cuisine that London, the United States, Japan, Costa Rica and Manchester have to offer, reuniting with a very famous former co-star on their journey. And with this divine food in stunning 4K clarity, your mouth will be watering in no time. Don’t forget your knife and fork!

Thursdays from 15 May, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

There’s never a dull day at Cobra Kai. While the revived dojo may have won the All Valley Tournament at the end of season 1, trouble is never too far as the second season kicks off with a new rivalry between Cobra Kai and Miyagi-Do Karate. Tensions flare, karate chops are administered, and a mass brawl erupts that threatens the future of both schools. Don’t miss a second of the lightning-fast fight action that looks amazing in ultra HD.

Friday 16 May, 8.10pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

If you’d never heard of a margay before (and we’d forgive you if you haven’t) then get ready to fall very hard for these furry little wild cats. Shot in jaw-dropping UHD, The Margay And Me tells the heartwarming real-life story of a young man named Falton and a wild margay who both escaped captivity and embarked on an arduous journey through the South American rainforest to return home.

Saturday 17 May, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Home ownership is hard enough without your seller trying to kill you. That’s the problem for two newlyweds (played by Michael Ealy and Meagan Good) who buy their dream home in Napa Valley, only to realise that its previous owner isn’t quite willing to let it go without a fight. Dennis Quaid gives a standout performance as bloodthirsty widower Charlie that will send shivers down your spine.

Sunday 18 May, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Everything that Oscar winner Jodie Foster touches turns to gold, including this twisty thriller from the killer film-making team of director David Fincher (Seven, Gone Girl) and screenwriter David Koepp (Jurassic Park, Spider-Man). Foster stars as a mother who, along with her 11-year-old-daughter Sarah (played by Kristen Stewart in one of her earliest roles), moves into a former millionaire’s home that’s targeted by a gang of dangerous burglars. Strap yourself in for the heart-racing ride in ultra-high definition.

Tuesdays from 20 May, 8.05pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

When we think about nature documentaries, we tend to think about solitary predators defending their territory in their fight for survival. However, this mind-blowing docuseries puts right you right into the middle of swarms of creatures – insects, animals, birds and even humans – to demonstrate the mighty power of numbers, as told by a team of internationally renowned scientists and experts. Intriguing…

Friday 23 May, 8.10pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Meet Malika, a leopardess who faces one of the toughest challenges alone in the wild. Shot in stunning 4K and narrated by Fiona Shaw (Killing Eve), it’s documents Malika’s journey as she embarks on a new path following a brutal confrontation with another leopard and the death of her cub. She must rely on all her cunning and courage to outsmart her enemies and regain her throne as queen of Africa's Luangwa River.

Saturday 24 May, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

If you’re looking for a Saturday night flick that’ll have you hooked in minutes then look no further than Michael Angelo Covino and Kyle Marvin’s triumphant comedy drama. On a long-distance bike ride, friends Mike (Covino) and Kyle (Marvin) navigate love, life, death and everything in between over the course of the film’s seven chapters. With a whopping 90% Rotten Tomatoes rating, trust us when we say it’ll have you laughing from ear to ear.

Wednesday 28 May, 8.10pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Enter the wild world of Grit the honey badger in this eye-opening documentary from seasoned film-maker Graeme Duane, narrated by Graham McTavish (Outlander). Statistics show only four of every 10 honey badgers leaving their mother’s care to stand on their own paws survive within the first few weeks, and this 18-month-old honey badger is looking to beat the odds. Join the adventure as rookie Grit battles his way through hostile environments and deadly predators to find his territory and place in the Namibian savannah.

Saturday 31 May, 9pm, Virgin TV Ultra HD (CH 175/999)

Emma Watson? Rihanna? The Backstreet Boys?! No this isn’t some high-end club in Los Angeles but just a few of the famous faces in Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg’s apocalyptic comedy in which Rogen and the rest of the cast play themselves. After comedian Jay Baruchel arrives at James Franco’s housewarming party, their fun is soon cut short when an earthquake destroys Los Angeles and signals the start of the Rapture. Yikes. Can Jay and his celeb pals find a way into Heaven before they’re consumed by Satan and his demons on Earth? There’s only one way to find out!

Simply go to CH 175 or CH 999 to access Virgin TV Ultra HD. Don’t have a 4K TV? Never fear, because you can also watch the Virgin TV Ultra HD channel through your HD TV. Lucky you!

Please note, if you watch TV on our TiVo^® box, you will not be able to access the Virgin TV Ultra HD channel. But it’s super-simple to upgrade to our latest Virgin TV box by contacting us on 0345 454 1111 (or call 150 from a Virgin Media phone).