Streaming prices continue to rise, but as long as you don’t mind ads there are a number of free options that you can download and install on your smart TV or streaming device.
• Freevee: Formerly known as IMDb TV, Freevee offers a wide range of free on-demand content, including original series and movies.
• Roku Channel: Available on Roku devices and other platforms, it provides free access to movies, TV shows, and live channels without requiring an account.
• Pluto TV: Offers a large library of on-demand content and live TV channels, including news and entertainment.
• Tubi: Known for its extensive library of movies and TV shows, Tubi is free with ads and doesn’t require an account to watch.
• Crackle: Provides a selection of older movies and TV shows, including some original content, without needing an account.
• Sling Freestream: Offers over 40,000 titles of free on-demand TV and movies, along with more than 400 live TV channels.
• Vudu: Known for its movie rentals, Vudu also offers a selection of free, ad-supported movies and TV shows.
• Plex: In addition to personal media streaming, Plex provides an on-demand library of movies and shows.
• CW Seed: Features a selection of free TV shows, including some original series.
• Midnight Pulp: Offers a variety of cult, horror, and genre films and series for free.
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