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Dubai One
TypeSatellite television network
Country
AvailabilityMiddle East, Europe (Arabsat Badr 4, Nilesat 102)
Launch date
2004
Official website
www.onetv.ae

Dubai One (previously called CH33 and later One TV) is Dubai Media Incorporated's 24-hour free-to-air English language entertainment channel available in the Middle East and North Africa, that was launched on December 24, 2004. The channel is based in the city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and provides a Western entertainment in an Arabic theme.

History

The channel was launched as replacement for Channel 33, in which its broadcast suffered quality programming and considerable viewership, among other things. The channel was shutdown and revamped into its current state, bearing a new name with a brand new programming centered on westernized Arabs who enjoy western-styled entertainment.

Programming

Generally, the channel broadcasts syndicated programming from the United States and occasionally from Britain. Offered programs include

In addition, One TV currently offers three movies per night, and has screened to date more than 300 films. The channel also repeats programming it has broadcast during the week on Friday, known as "Catch Up Friday".