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Emirates Has The World's Best In-Flight Entertainment & Here's What You Can Watch On-Board

Choose from over 4,000 channels of movies, TV shows, live TV, and music!

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One of the best things about taking long-haul flights is being able to catch up on all the movies and TV shows you've missed

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It gets even better when you're flying with Emirates, because you get to enjoy the ‘World’s Best Airline In-flight Entertainment’

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Emirates has been chosen as the top airline in the world for in-flight entertainment by Skytrax World Airline Awards for the past 14 consecutive years, wowww!

Known as ICE, Emirates' in-flight entertainment has up to 4,000 channels of movies, TV shows, music, and games—on demand and in multiple languages, so it's no wonder that they've consistently come out on top.

With so much entertainment, you won't want to waste your time sleeping and instead will be binge-watching throughout the flight. Here are a few of our top picks:

1. Relive the electrifying story of legendary rock band Queen and lead singer Freddie Mercury in 'Bohemian Rhapsody'

iMDb rating: 8.1/10
Category: Biography, Drama, Music

'Bohemian Rhapsody' is a celebration of rock band Queen, their music, and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury. The film takes you through the ups and downs of the band, leading up to their historic Live Aid performance. 

2. Brush up on your Marvel Cinematic Universe knowledge with the fun-filled 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2'

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iMDb rating: 7.7/10
Category: Action, Adventure, Comedy

With 'Avengers: Endgame' only a few months away, now's the best time to catch up on or rewatch all the Marvel shows leading up to the big finale. 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2' brings you on an adventure to uncover the truth behind Star Lord's heritage. Enjoy the comedy, action scenes, and all your favourite characters, including Baby Groot!

3. Journey to the afterlife with firefighter Ja-hong in the Korean blockbuster 'Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds'

iMDb rating: 7.3/10
Category: Action, Drama, Fantasy

After a heroic death, firefighter Ja-hong is escorted to the afterlife by three grim reapers. He has to prove his innocence in human life by passing through seven trials to reincarnate, and the grim reapers act as his guardians at every stage.

4. For kids and anime lovers, watch 'The Girl Who Leapt Through Time' for its beautiful storytelling and animation

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iMDb rating: 7.8/10
Category: Animation, Adventure, Comedy

What would you do if you could travel back in time? 'The Girl Who Leapt Through Time' explores this theme and the consequences of trying to change your fate. As high-school girl Makoto acquires the power to travel through time, she also learns how her actions can affect the lives of others just as much as her own.

5. Catch live sports matches, news updates, and more in real-time while you're up in the clouds

Love sports? You won't have to miss a single match even when you're flying. Catch your favourite teams and big matches for the English Premier League, the Champions League, the National Basketball Association, and more with the Sport 24 channel.

Plus, stay updated with world news thanks to channels like BBC World News, Sky News Arabia, CNN International, CNBC, NHK World Premium, and Euronews.

The great thing about Emirates' in-flight entertainment is that you can plan what you want to watch or listen in advance through The Emirates App

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Before you board your aircraft, all you have to do is add your flight booking in The Emirates App, and you can check out the latest blockbusters, read synopses, and watch HD trailers. What's even cooler is that you can create a playlist with movies, music, and podcasts, then sync it on board before sitting back to hours of entertainment.

Once on-board an Emirates flight, you'll also be treated to some of the most luxurious experiences off-the-ground

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Savour delicious 3-course meals, even when you're flying Economy Class. Every item on the menu is carefully crafted and regionally-inspired, transporting you to your destination even before you set foot on it. For instance, enjoy a Japanese-style veal and beef burger, served with sesame fried rice and caramelised onions when you fly from Tokyo.

Plus, there's something for everyone, including children and those with dietary restrictions. You can also request for beverages and light snacks throughout the flight, so you won't ever have to worry about going hungry.

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Also, you can choose from a variety of drinks, including cocktails, wines, and spirits made to order for your enjoyment. Some of the options include Cointreau, Tesseron Cognac and Amarula Fruit Cream. If you're looking for something non-alcoholic, freshen up with one of their tastefully mixed mocktails, a perfect companion for your movies.

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Young flyers will receive special plushies called Fly With Me Animals, while older kids get the Lonely Planet Kids packs. It's the perfect thing to keep them occupied and happy throughout the flight.

All passengers will also receive an amenity kit to help you get through the flight in comfort and in style. You don't even need to worry about packing your own toothbrush, because Emirates has got you covered!

There are so many reason to fly Emirates Economy Class. In fact, flying Economy already feels like an upgrade in every way imaginable:

Find out more about how you can enjoy the world's best in-flight entertainment and so much more with Emirates Economy Class!

For more information, visit their website today.

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