Sky and Paramount’s NZ deal: Where to watch Yellowstone, Yellowjackets and more

Seasons 1–3 co‑streaming with Netflix; seasons 4–5 exclusive to Sky / Neon.

A big drawcard for Western fans, this cowboy epic created a stir when it first hit screens in 2018. Following Montana’s fictional Dutton family and their violent struggle to retain their ranch land, the Kevin Costner-helmed series is packed to the brim with gunfights, family drama, and country music galore. The final seasons are now exclusively available on Sky / Neon, so if you’ve seen the first few on Netflix, best look at getting yourself a subscription. The first three seasons have always been available on Neon / Sky.

Marshals, The Madison, The Dutton Ranch

New series; exclusive to Sky / Neon.

All Yellowstone spinoffs, these newly announced series in the so-called “Duttonverse” (stemming from Yellowstone’s Dutton family) will bring more boot-scooting country thriller action exclusively to Neon and Sky direct from the US, when they eventually get released. While Marshals (following Yellowstone character Kayce Dutton) is touted for release later this year, The Madison (starring Michelle Pfieffer and Kurt Russell) and The Dutton Ranch (featuring Yellowstone character Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler) are not yet slated for release. Sky, however, has assured the Herald that they will have the exclusive screening rights, meaning those with Sky and Neon subscriptions will know where to look when they do eventually hit screens.

The Agency: Central Intelligence (seasons 1 and 2)

Season 1 previously only available in the USA; season 2 exclusive to Sky / Neon.

Michael Fassbender and Richard Gere star in this high-stakes espionage thriller – a remake of French series The Bureau – that only overseas audiences had the pleasure of viewing when it was released in 2024. Now, the tale of frail alliances and deceit will hit Sky and Neon screens exclusively, with both the first season and the upcoming season two having a Kiwi home. Expect plenty of tense moments, some shocking twists and turns, and silver fox Gere really putting on a show.

Juliette Lewis as Natalie and Christina Ricci as Misty in Yellowjackets. Photo / Supplied

Yellowjackets (seasons 1-4)

Season 1 on Netflix and Neon; the rest – including the upcoming season 4 – exclusive to Sky / Neon.

Often touted as a twisted version of Lord of the Flies and starring our own Melanie Lynskey, Yellowjackets has been critically acclaimed for its genre-bending style and incredible acting from its predominantly female cast. Both Netflix and Neon host season 1, but the rest of the seasons – and the highly anticipated fourth and final season – will only be available to watch on Sky / Neon. Be prepared, though, for those who are blood and gore averse, this one might not be for you.

Michael C. Hall in a scene from Dexter: New Blood.

Dexter: New Blood and Resurrection (seasons 1 and 2)

New Blood returns to Sky/Neon; Resurrection exclusive to Sky/Neon

It was there, and then it was gone. Kiwi fans of our favourite friendly serial killer Dexter Morgan were excited to see him return in New Blood (after an eight-year hiatus and disappointing ending), only for the series to suddenly disappear from Neon after its original run. Now, with the new deal, it’s back for good on Neon and Sky, along with the upcoming second season of follow-up series Dexter: Resurrection. While New Blood played a role in setting up Dexter’s (Michael C. Hall) new life on the run, a critically acclaimed Resurrection further saw his past creep back up on him, with some familiar faces threatening his way of life.

The full list of shows included in the deal:

Besides these new and exclusive series and seasons, there’s also a slew of returning favourites included in Sky’s Paramount deal.

Continuing police procedurals FBI, FBI: CIA, and Boston Blue will be sticking around, as will all titles and all new seasons in the Nickelodeon / Nick Jr Library.

To date, the Paw Patrol franchise has generated NZ$17.9 billion, says creator Keith Chapman, 63, who now lives in Monaco. Photo / Supplied

New series coming to Sky/Neon:

Marshals: A Yellowstone Story – New premium procedural; fully exclusive to Sky & Neon.The Madison – New premium drama in the Yellowstone universe; exclusive.Dutton Ranch – New premium drama in the Yellowstone universe; exclusive; dates to come.The Agency: Central Intelligence (S1–2) – New franchise; S1 has not previously been available in NZ; S2 yet to release internationally; fully exclusive.Girl Taken – New premium drama; exclusive.

Returning & continuing franchises on Sky/Neon:

Premium Drama

Dexter: Resurrection – New instalment in the Dexter universe; exclusive.Yellowjackets S4 – New season; exclusive.FBI – Continuing procedural; exclusive.FBI: CIA – Continuing procedural; exclusive.Boston Blue – Continuing procedural; exclusive.

Talk shows screening on Sky/Neon:

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert – Premiering on Sky Comedy and Neon; currently airing its final season.The Daily Show – New seasons, if produced during the term; premieres on Sky Comedy & Neon.

Comedy – Continuing franchises on Sky/Neon:

South Park S28 – Fully exclusive to Sky.Mike Judge’s Beavis & Butt‑Head S3 – Fully exclusive to Sky.

Kids – All new seasons, all exclusive to Sky Kids/Neon:

(All titles include all new seasons released within the deal term.)

PAW PatrolBlaze and the Monster MachinesDoraRubble & CrewSpongeBob SquarePantsTales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja TurtlesThe Loud House

Iconic Library Titles on Sky and Neon

Ray DonovanTwin PeaksDexterDexter: New BloodBillionsYellowjackets (library seasons)Yellowstone – S1–3 remain co‑streamed with Netflix; S4–5 exclusive to Sky.Cheers (all seasons)FrasierWorkaholicsReno 911Drunk History USKey & PeeleNathan For YouThe Angry BeaversAvatar: The Last AirbenderBlue’s Clues & YouBubble GuppiesButterbean’s CaféCatDogFairly Odd ParentsHey Arnold!RugratsShimmer & ShineTop WingThe Wild Thornberrys