50 Streaming Services for Movies & TV Shows to Try for FREE!
Here is the list of all the streaming services that are offering extended Free Trials and even Free content during the lockdown. This is a good time to catchup up on some Movies and TV Shows.
Check all the streaming services HERE:
1. Sling TV (No Credit Card)
For a limited time only, Sling TV is offering Free live channels like FX Movie, Nat Geo Wild, Hallmark shows and movies. No credit card required. The Free Trial periods have been changing. It was 14-days, and now it says 7-days. It may change again. Popular titles include FRIENDS, Keeping up with the Kardashians, Mission Impossible, Terminator Genisys, Good Morning America and more. If you wish to subscribe, plans start at $20 a month.
- Click here to Sling TV
- Click “Get FREE TV Now” and follow the steps to create an account.
- Download Sling TV on Smart TVs, Roku, Amazon Fire, or Android devices, or watch from your browser here
2. Roku Channel (FREE. No Credit Card)
Roku Channel offers Free streaming of a large selection of TV Shows and Movies. Best part? They don’t require a Credit Card. You don’t even need to be signed in to watch (Just hit play from any web browser)! Titles like The Sopranos, Barry, The LEGO Movie 2, and tons more. They are also offering several LIVE TV channels for Free. Click here to browse all the shows, movies and live TV.
Additionally, Roku Channel offers Premium Subscriptions to paid premium channels such as HBO, Showtime, Epix, Lifetime Movie Club. Plus, Free trials are offered on each of these channels. Between 7-days to 30-days, depending on the channel. You can only view entertainment from your Premium Subscriptions on Roku devices, at TheRokuChannel.com, and on the Roku mobile app. Click here to see the whole list of trials.
3. HBO (Free Content During COVID-19)
During the Coronavirus lockdown months, HBO is offering some of their classic shows and movies for FREE without a Subscription for the month of April (possibly even extending beyond that)! Details on this offering here.
I love HBO! Some of my favorite series are on HBO. My husband and I will get it whenever a show we love is back. Some of my favorite series on HBO are: Big Little Lies, Game of Thrones, and Westworld.
You can get a 7-day trial subscription to watch more current series and movies with HBO Now. Watch for free for 7 days, after that it is $14.99 a month. Includes titles like Games of Thrones, Fantastic Beats, Sex and the City, A Star is Born, Pokemon Detective Pikachu, and more.
- Click here to HBO Now and choose ‘Start Your Free Trial’
- Create an account and enter credit card information
- Alternative: Get 7 Days Free via Amazon
4. NBC Peacock (Free. Live 4/15)
NBC is launching their new streaming service called Peacock, where you can enjoy NBC hit shows completely Free. Popular NBC shows such as Saturday Night Live, Hollywood Medium, Million Dollar Listing, Law & Order, Parenthood, Will & Grace. Plus live sports coverage – including the Tokyo Olympics. Free content also includes big name classic movies such as Schindler’s List, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Lost in Translation. Kids content such as Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, Curious George. The service is scheduled to launch on April 15th, 2020.
Since this article was created before April 15th, I’m sure that Peacock will be available on all the popular streaming platforms. Excited to check it out.
5. Prime Video (Free with Prime)
Try Amazon Prime free for 30 days and enjoy Free shipping on all orders as well as their Prime Video library. This library includes popular movies, TV shows, channels, and exclusive Amazon Originals. Amazon Prime is $12.99 a month or $119 a year.
Some of my favorite series on Amazon Original are: The Expanse, The Boys, Goliath, and Sneaky Pete.
- Go here and click ‘Get Started’
- Enter your information and sign up for your free trial. You can cancel any time
6. XUMO TV (FREE. No Credit Card)
XUMO TV offers 160 Channels completely Free. The service is ad supported and doesn’t require a credit card. You can watch it right from your web browser and channel surf. You can learn more about XUMO here. Channels in many categories: news, entertainment, sports, music, kids, lifestyle (food & travel).
You can watch from any streaming device (and web): Smart TVs, iPhones, Roku, Android. The actual channels and lineups vary depending on where you are watching from. Worth checking out!
7. IMDb TV (FREE. No Credit Card)
IMDb TV is a Free Streaming Service to watch full-length Movies, TV Shows, and Exclusive Content. It doesn’t require a credit card or subscription. You can watch IMDb from any web browser at imdb.com, mobile app from your smart phone, smart TV or from any Fire TV devices. To learn more about IMDb TV, see their FAQ here.
- Click here to go to IMDb TV
- Click on “Sign In” to create a Free account
8. Free YouTube Movies
In addition to YouTube TV, you can find a selection of full-length movies on YouTube Movies for Free. These are legal movies on the YouTube Movies channel that is Free, supported with ads. You also have the option to rent or buy movies that aren’t free.
- Click here to browse a list of all Free Movies and Shows
- For a selection of all Movies available, including ones you can rent or buy, go here.
9. Tubi TV (FREE. No Credit Card)
Watch thousands of hit movies and TV series for free with Tubi TV, no credit cards required. Includes titles like Hell’s Kitchen, The Bachelor, TMNT, Failure to Launch, and more. Tubi is ad supported.
- Watch Tubi here or download it on Chrome cast, Roku, Amazon, PS 3 or 4, Xbox One, or Android devices
10. Crackle (FREE. No Credit Card)
Crackle is offering uncut and unedited movies for free from your favorite genres like action, sci-fi, crime, and comedy. TV shows include Hell’s Kitchen, Just Shoot Me, Roseanne and more.
11. Pluto TV (FREE. No Credit Card)
Pluto TV offers over 200+ free channels, including Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, ET live, news channels, Spanish channels and more.
- Watch it here or download Pluto TV on Chromecast, Roku, Amazon, or Android devices.
12. Popcornflix (Free. No Credit Card)
Popcornflix is a completely Free ad-supported service offering legal streaming of feature-length movies. No credit cards or signups needed! Browse around for a movie you want to watch and hit play! You can watch movies directly from a web browser or use any of the streaming platforms: Roku, Xbox, Mobile Devices (iOS and Android), Amazon Fire. You can watch Joaquin Phoenix’s I’m Still Here on Popcornflix. Sweet!
13. FilmRise (FREE. No Credit Card)
FilmRise is another Free streaming service that doesn’t require a credit card. They have a selection of classic Movies and hit TV Shows, spanning all genres, absolutely free with no subscriptions. Titles such as: Memento, Monster, Hell’s Kitchen, Roseanne, 3rd Rock from the Sun.
FilmRise content can be watched from Roku, Fire TV, Mobile phones (iPhone and Android), Xbox, YouTube and Facebook Watch. For more info on how to watch Filmrise, go here.
14. PBS (Free Shows. No Credit Card)
You can stream more than 4,000 PBS shows and documentaries on demand from PBS Video App for Free – no credit cards needed. Just straight up good content! Popular PBS shows like NOVA (science and engineering), Nature, Documentaries by Ken Burns, and Masterpiece. Browse all shows here.
For Kids streaming content, check out PBS Kids. Watch educational and kids friendly videos for Free! Get more educational learning content targeted at specific grades with PBS LearningMedia.
You can set up PBS Video on all the popular streaming platforms: Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, iOS, Android and from any web browser.
15. HappyKids.tv (Free)
Got kids between the ages of 0 to 10? HappyKids.tv offers age appropriate entertainment and educational videos for kids: music, rhymes, stories, movies, shows of popular characters. All completely Free! Plus ad free on mobile app. Popular Characters such as Barbie, Garfield, Lego Ninjago, Shaun the Sheep, My Little Pony, Minions, Super Mario Brothers, Inspector Gadget, Care Bears and more. Content are sorted by the child’s age group. They also have a ton of Kids and Family Movies (Note to Self: Great idea for movie night).
You can access HappyKids.tv from any of the streaming platforms. Just install the app or add the channel on your streaming platform of choice: Roku, Apple TV, FireTV, iOS, Android and Smart TVs.
16. Vudu (FREE. No Credit Card)
Vudu offers thousands of titles for free plus some paid premium content. No Subscription required and no credit cards needed. You also have the option to rent or buy the latest movies and TV shows. Free titles include Magic Mike XXL, Eat Pray Love, Lethal Weapon and more.
- Click here to Vudu
- Click on Free from the menu at the top to browse all the Free Content
- Create a new account to start watching
17. Kanopy (FREE with Library Card)
Streaming movies with your public library card or university login at Kanopy. Enjoy popular movies, documentaries, foreign films and more.
- Go here, click ‘Get Started’ and enter your public library card number or student or professor login (available in participating libraries, colleges, and universities)
18. Hoopla (FREE with Library Card)
Similar to Kanopy, Hoopla allows you to watch movies and TV Shows from their Digital Library with a library card. Additionally, you can also “borrow” audiobooks and ebooks. You can enjoy these digital media content from your computer, tablet or phone – even on your smart TV. Available on all the streaming platforms.
- Go here to Hoopla
- Click on Get Started Today
19. SnagFilms (FREE. No Credit Card)
SnagFilm offers a library of 5,000 indie films and documentaries. It’s ad-supported and completely free.
- Go here to SnagFilms
- Browse around and play right in your browser. Or install their free app on your iPhone, iPad, Android, or Smart TV devices.
20. VidAngel is Free until April 30th
VidAngel is now free through April 30th and doesn’t require credit card. Just “agree to practice social distancing” and you can start streaming! VidAngel is a family-friendly streaming service that allows viewers to filter what they and their kids watch and skip unacceptable scenes. After your free trial, the service costs $9.99 a month.
- Click here to start your free trial
- Click ‘Got it’ and create an account
- Sign in and watch the latest shows and movies
Free Trials:
The following are more premium streaming services offering Free access during trial period. Remember to set a reminder on your phone or Google Calendar on the date to cancel (If you no longer want to keep the subscription after trial). I like to set it a few days before the end date, to allow for extra buffer time, in case I forget. I’ve noted some of my favorite shows where applicable.
21. CBS All Access (30 Day FREE Trial)
Through April 23rd, you can watch CBS All Access (Or via Amazon Video) for FREE for 30 days with promo code ALL. Stream and watch live TV shows, sports events like NFL games, and over 12,000 episodes of popular shows like NCIS, Big Brother, Survivor, Young Sheldon and more. After the trial, you can pay $5.99 monthly for a standard plan or $9.99 for commercial-free.
- Go here and click on ‘Try it Free’
- Choose your plan and create an account
- Promo code ALL will be automatically added at checkout (30 days free)
- Enter your credit card information and start your free trial
- Alternatively: You can also access this same Free Trial thru Amazon to get 30 Days Free
22. Hulu (30 Day FREE Trial)
Hulu is offering Free trial for 30 days allowing you to watch a large selection of TV shows and movies. My favorite shows on Hulu are “The Handmaid’s Tale” and “Love Island ” (both UK and Australian). I also watch “The Bachelor” on Hulu. Plus, right now, they are offering free live news stream. Plans start at $5.99 a month.
- Go here, then click on the Hulu logo in the top left corner
- Click on ‘Start Your Free Trial’
- Choose your plan and create an account
- Enter your billing information and enjoy
Sprint customers with Unlimited plans have FREE Hulu subscription.
23. Netflix (30 Day FREE Trial)
Get a 30 day Netflix FREE Trial to watch movies & TV shows online or stream right to your smart TV, game console, PC, Mac, mobile, and tablet. My favorite shows on Netflix right now are “Tiger King” and “Love is Blind”. So Good! Monthly subscription plans start at only $8.99.
- Click here to choose a plan
- Create an account and enter your credit card info
24. Showtime (30 Day FREE Trial)
Try Showtime Free for 30 days (or Signup via Amazon) and stream original series, movies, sports, documentaries, and more. Watch on classics like Dexter and Californication and award winning movies like Green Book. You can download full episodes and movies to watch offline. After the trial ends, it costs $10.99/month and you can cancel any time.
- Go here and click on ‘Start Your Free Trial’
- Create an account and enter billing information
- Alternative: You can get the Free Trial also thru Amazon
25. FuboTV (7 Day FREE Trial)
FuboTV offers over 100 live channels and you can try it for free for 7 days. This is my favorite streaming service for sports when football season is on. We use it whenever NFL season is on and to watch the super bowl. It’s a direct replacement for live Cable TV (It has everything cable TV would have locally). Plans start at just $54.99 a month and you can cancel any time! Add Fubo to your Smart TV, Roku, Amazon Fire, or watch from a web browser.
- Click here for FuboTV and create an account
- Choose your package and enter your credit card information
26. Disney+ (7 Day FREE Trial)
Try Disney+ for Free for 7 days and you can watch Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars movies. Right now, you can watch Frozen 2 and Pixar’s newest film ‘Onward’. After your free trial, if you wish to continue watching, it’s just $6.99 a month.
- Click here to sign up
- Enter your email, password and billing info
- Alternative: Free First Month with TCB (Until May 1st)
If you have Verizon Unlimited, you get FREE 1-Year of Disney+. See more details in our post here.
27. Quibi (90 Day FREE Trial)
28. Hallmark Movies (30 Day FREE Trial)
If you love feel good Hallmark movies, checkout Hallmark Movies Now to watch movies and series from the Hallmark Channel. The trial is Free for a month. After the trial period, the cost is either $5.99 a month or $59 a year.
29. Epix (30 Day FREE Trial)
Get instant access to hit movies and TV series with Epix Now for 7 days free (Or get it for 30 days for Free via Amazon for prime members). Watch movies like Rocketman and The Hustle or episodes of EPIX Original Series War of the Worlds and Slow Burn. Subscription is $5.99 a month.
- Go here and click on ‘Start my Free Trial’
- Create an account and download the Epix Now app on the App Store or Google Play to complete your sign up
- Alternative: Get 30-days Free via Amazon
30. Sundance Now (30 Day FREE Trial)
Sundance Now has a large selection of indie films and documentaries. Watch full episodes of true crime, thrillers, and immersive drama. Usually, they offer a 7-day trial but using the promo code below, you will get free 30 days. Or if you are an Amazon Prime member, you can get 30-Day Free trial here. If you wish to continue watching, pay $6.99 a month or $4.99/month is you choose the annual membership.
- Click here to sign up for an account
- Sign in to activate your Free trial
- Enter your credit card information and use code SUNDANCENOW30 while activating your free trial
- Alternative: Get 30-Day Free via Amazon
31. Urban Movie Channel (30 Day FREE Trial)
Watch the best in Black film and television with new and exclusive content added weekly with Urban Movie Channel. Their 7-day free trial is now expended to 30 days with the code below. After that pay $5 a month or $50 for the year.
- Click here to start your free trial
- Create an account, fill out your info and enter code UMCFREE30 to get 30 days free
- Download on Apple and Android mobile devices or stream on Roku or Amazon Prime Video Channels
- Alternatively: 30-Day Free via Amazon
32. Frndly (7 Day FREE Trial)
Watch 14 live channels and On Demand on your Roku, Amazon Fire TV or on the go with Frndly TV. Channels include Hallmark, UP TV, QVC, Outdoor Channel and more. After the free trial, you can watch for $5.99/month.
- Head here to Frndly and click on ‘Watch 7 Days Free’
- Choose your plan and create an account
33. Youtube TV (3 Day FREE Trial)
Looking for a direct Cable replacement? Try Youtube TV for 3 days for free and stream live major broadcast and cable networks like ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN, HGTV and more. Record without DVR storage space limits. You will get access to over 70 channels. The subscription is $49.99 a month after your free trial.
- Head here and click on ‘Try it Free’
- Sign in and enter your zipcode
- Before you start your trial, you can browse what’s on
- Click ‘Start Free Trial’ in the top right corner
34. Acorn TV (30 Day FREE Trial)
Watch the best British mystery, drama, and comedy all in one place, commercial-free with Acorn TV (also via Amazon). Their 7-day trial is now extended to 30 days when you enter the promo code below. After that, the subscription is $5.99 a month (or $4.99 via Amazon Video).
- Click here to create an account
- Sign in and enter promo code FREE30 along with your credit card information
- Alternative: Get it for 30-day free trial on Amazon
35. Philo (7 Day FREE Trial)
Philo offers live and on-demand movies and TV and you can watch for free for 7 days. Stream live on up to 3 devices and save unlimited shows for 30 days. After your free trial, you can watch 59 channels for just $20 a month.
- Click here to Philo and enter your phone number
- Follow the link that they will text you to set up your trial
- After 48 hours, you can enter your billing info to unlock another 5 days of free access!
36. Boomerang (7 Day FREE Trial)
Boomerang has full episodes of all your favorite cartoons like Tom and Jerry, Scooby-Doo, Looney Tunes, Smurfs and more! And you can watch for free for 7 days (Or via Amazon Videos)! Watch over 4,000 cartoons. Plans are $4.99 a month or $3.33 a month when you pay for 1 year.
- Click here go to ‘Start Trial’ in the top right corner
- Choose a plan, enter your age and create an account
- Alternative: 7-Day Trial with Amazon
37. AT&T TV Now (7 Day FREE Trial)
Stream the latest shows, catch the game, and track breaking news—from your phone, tablet, or TV with AT&T TV NOW. Select packages include HBO. Plans start from $65 a month for 45+ channels. After the free 7 day trial, service renews unless you cancel.
- Click here and choose your package
- Click ‘continue’, create an account and checkout
You can also try AT&T WatchTV for 7 days here. 35+ live channels and it’s only $15 a month after the trial.
38. Apple TV+ (7 Day FREE Trial)
Get a 7 day Apple TV+ trial for free and stream Apple Originals and the latest movies. If you want to subscribe after the trial, pay just $4.99 a month. Apple TV+ is free for one year when you purchase an Apple device.
- Launch the TV app on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac or Apple TV
- Go to ‘Watch Now’ Tab
- Scroll down until you see the Apple TV+ banner, then click on it
- Choose ‘Try Apple TV+ Free’ in the top right corner, then confirm
39. NBA League Pass is Free until April 22nd
The NBA and Turner Sports are providing all fans with a free preview of NBA League Pass where you can watch all games from 2019-20 season, watch classic games from NBA history and more.
- Click here to sign up for free NBA League Pass account
- Go to NBA here, choose your game and click ‘Watch’
40. NFL Game Pass is Free until May 31st
Through May 31st, get free access to full broadcast replays from the last decade, condensed games (about 45 minutes), and coaches’ films. Regularly it’s $18 a month or $199 a year.
- Click here to sign up for free NFL Game Pass account
- Go to GamePass here, sign in and watch
41. MLB TV is Free for T-Mobile Customers
T-Mobile is offering its customers FREE MLB.TV Season-long Premium Subscription ($122 value) PLUS an MLB.com At Bat Premium ($25 value)!
More to Watch:
- Metropolitan Opera (Free)
- Broadway HD (7 Days Free) – Musicals
- Shudder for horror movies (30 Days Free with code SHUTIN)
- The Criterion Channel (14 Days Free)
- Dox Channel for Documentaries (7 Days Free)
- PureFlix for faith-based movies (7 Days Free)
- Xfinity Instant TV (30 Days FREE)
- DC Universe (7 Days Free)
- Rakuten Viki for Asian movies (7 Days Free)
- Britbox for British TV (7 Days Free)
- Crunchyroll for Anime (14 Days Free)
- VRV for Anime and Comics (30 Days Free)
- WWE Network for WWE Wrestling (30 Days Free)