myTV SUPER is a subscription-based over-the-top media service platform established in March 2016 by MyTV Super Limited, a subsidiary of TVB Limited (TVB) in Hong Kong. The platform began testing on March 15, 2016, and was officially launched on April 18, 2016. myTV SUPER is managed by President Cheng Zhe (程哲).
Overview myTV SUPER provides services through smart TVs, rented or purchased set-top boxes (based on Android 4.X), mobile applications installed on mobile devices (Android and iOS), and web pages. The main services are divided into live broadcast and on-demand viewing. Smart TVs and set-top boxes support 1080P resolution, with some programs even supporting 4K resolution. Mobile devices and web versions support up to 720P resolution, and can also stream favorite programs smoothly. myTV SUPER's content includes: TVB original programs, original productions, popular dramas and variety shows, movies, Cantonese films, latest Japanese anime, children's programs, live football, horse racing, and high-quality and topical works from around the world. It features many innovative functions, broadcasting over 80 live channels, including TVB's existing 4 free-to-air channels and live channels provided by other operators, of which 50 are free channels. Together with on-demand services, including the latest content, classics, and different categories of topical programs on demand, both provide diverse program content to meet the interests of different audiences. Additionally, viewers can catch up on programs broadcast within the past 3 hours (some channels and platforms can even playback up to 12 hours), allowing customers to watch exciting and rich channels and programs anytime, anywhere. There is also a short video section, including express theater, program and drama highlights, actor interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, etc., to cater to current trends, viewing habits, and patterns. Interactive functions allow audiences to participate more deeply in some segments through live channel formats, such as real-time interaction with hosts, playing games, grabbing gifts, etc., increasing program engagement. On September 2, 2024, myTV SUPER expanded its coverage to Macau.
History In February 2017, myTV SUPER launched its web version and can be viewed across screens through the "Multi-View" function on mobile phones, tablets, and websites. In March 2017, TVB Limited announced that myTV SUPER had reached 3 million users. On April 17, 2017, the myTV SUPER Supreme Edition was officially launched and open for Hong Kong citizens to subscribe. In addition to the Basic Edition channels, the Supreme Edition added 9 internationally renowned entertainment packages (live and on-demand) and on-demand packages. On September 1, 2019, myTV SUPER Channel 18 was officially launched on this platform. The channel provides comprehensive Hong Kong horse racing information, including stable news, morning exercise footage, pre-race analysis, live racing, and post-race reviews. myTV SUPER also added a "Horse Racing" section, providing tips, races, predictions, and strategic horse racing information. On August 10, 2020, myTV SUPER Channel 1 was officially launched on this platform. The channel broadcasts original programs from Monday to Friday evenings, including talk shows, cooking, immigration information, etc., and also reruns some TV dramas and programs previously broadcast on free television channels. This channel ceased broadcasting on June 21, 2021. On September 2, 2024, myTV SUPER expanded its coverage to Macau. On May 19, 2025, myTV SUPER launched the free upgrade service "TV 3.0", including: 1) "Scoop" program adds exclusive 3-minute live content after the show two nights a week; 2) myTV SUPER Jetso reward program allows viewers to watch TV, earn stamps, and redeem rewards; 3) 12-hour playback function with new playback shortcuts; 4) New short video section with food, travel, variety shows, and music, over 3,000 selected short videos available for free viewing; 5) myTV SUPER Chat allows viewers to chat while watching TV, play games, and shop easily; 6) Over 50 free live channels, from TVB classics to international blockbusters, pets, travel, nostalgic golden oldies, available for free viewing anytime.
Programs The following only lists dramas and programs first launched/broadcast on this platform.
Original Programs
Co-production productions
Microfilms
Variety shows
Acquired Programs
Variety Shows
Animation
Microfilms To promote myTV SUPER, TVB launched a 14-episode advertising microfilm on May 22, 2016, featuring James Ng playing a laundry shop clerk who encounters different TV program characters and hosts.
Collaborators Episode 1: Tracy Chu (Ling Sun-fung from "Over Run Over") Episode 2: Bob Lam Episode 3: Vincent Wong, Yeung Chiu Hoi, Sunny Dai Yiu Ming (Kwan Ting-ming, Kwan Siu-kei, Kwan Tung-ping from "Over Run Over") Episode 4: Bowie Wu, Chung King-fai Episode 5: Tyson Chak Episode 6: Kenny Wong (Yip Sheung-luk from "The Executioner") Episode 7: Mak Ling Ling Episode 8: Ben Wong (Marcus Fan Chi-ngai from "Raising the Bar") Episode 9: FAMA (from "Do Did Eat") Episode 10: Law Lan Episode 11: Grace Chan (Sheung-Kun Kam-Ling from "Blue Veins") Episode 12: Sammi Cheung, Alycia Chan Pui Man, Ashley Chu Chi Yin (from "Fun Abroad") Episode 13: Tony Hung (Cheung Po Tsai from "Captain of Destiny", Yeung Chi-ming from "Angel In-the-Making") Episode 14: Anthony Ho Yuen Tung (from "TVB Anniversary Awards" 2014)
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