Plex has rolled out free live TV channels across more than 220 countries, making them accessible anytime, anywhere. Launching with 80 channels, Plex plans to expand this lineup in the coming months, drawing from our years of experience tracking streaming innovations.
As outlined in The Plex Blog, these are pre-programmed linear channels, letting you surf until you land on something appealing, then stream it live from start to finish.
This contrasts with on-demand giants like Netflix and Disney+ (Is Disney+ worth the money?), offering a refreshing nod to classic TV nostalgia that many longtime viewers appreciate.
The initial 80 channels span Reuters and Yahoo Finance news, Toon Goggles for kids, Tastemade's food and travel shows, fubo Sports Network highlights, IGN TV gaming, and movies from The Film Detective and Midnight Pulp.
Standouts include The Bob Ross Channel for painting enthusiasts, Love Destination for romantics, KMTV for K-pop fans, The Pet Collective for animal lovers, Surf Now TV for wave riders, and Unidentified for UFO and supernatural intrigue.
Enjoy all these channels for free on Plex with ads—most worldwide, a few U.S./Canada-only. Access them seamlessly via the Plex app on virtually any device.
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This ad-supported service is distinct from Plex's live TV and DVR features, which need a digital antenna and tuner for local broadcasts like NBC, CBS, ABC, Fox, CW, and PBS—still a smart setup for comprehensive coverage.
Plex joins Roku Channel (over 100 U.S. channels since June 2020, including overlaps) in delivering free, ad-supported TV. More options mean endless channel-surfing fun without the commitment.
