This is the season to get a new streaming device. If you bought a new Roku this holiday season or feel that there is one waiting for you under the tree, we offer a list of the best free apps for TV, movies, news and more.
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It is no surprise that Canal Roku is at the top of our list. The Roku Channel is your home for free TV. Watch an ever-changing selection of hit movies, TV shows, live news 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and popular children’s shows, all for free. Roku has been adding content to its free service all year round, making it an app that every Roku user should check out.
While you need to pay for a Peacock subscription to access all of the app’s content, NBCUniversal’s streaming service offers a free tier with hundreds of movies and TV series, along with a daily dose of news, sports and pop culture .
Watch thousands of successful movies and TV shows free of charge with this free streaming service owned by Fox. Tubi has dozens of categories, including a specific section for content that is not available on Netflix.
Stream movies, TV series and original content with Crackle. While no subscription is required to watch with Crackle, you can sign up for a free account to view fewer ads and pick up where you left off.
Most free streaming services have a section for streaming music channels, but if you want an app dedicated to music videos, Vevo has what you’re looking for. There are up to 100 thematic channels, from genres and temperaments to essentials and the latest releases.
Haystack News offers hyper-relevant news, including local coverage and current global events. Get a variety of coverage from a network of trusted news sources, including BC News, CBSN, Newsy, AP, CNET, Euronews, Cheddar, CBC, Bloomberg and more.
Along with the creators’ original content, YouTube has a collection of TV shows and movies that you can stream for free. Be sure to check out the official YouTube channels of your favorite TV networks and movie studios to check out their free content.
Watch over 100 channels and thousands of movies for free on Pluto. Since it was acquired by ViacomCBS, Pluto has added many channels and organized content into categories, making it easier to find content by browsing to the Home + Do It Yourself, Classic TV, Sports, Games + Anime sections and more.
In addition to a collection of digital films for rent or purchase, Vudu offers thousands of films for free with ads. Vudu is always displaying new titles, so check the app frequently. Start streaming without the need for a subscription.
Hoopla partners with public libraries to offer movies and TV shows for free with a library card. It’s like having your public library at your fingertips and on the screen. Check your local library’s website to see if they are Hoopla partners.
Jess Barnes