Can I get PBS without cable?

Watch the best of PBS anytime, anywhere on the free PBS app. Stream your favorite PBS shows on-demand and livestream shows from your local station, all from your favorite device.

How can I watch full episodes of PBS?

To stream with PBS - including PBS Passport videos - please use the PBS website or app . PBS content can also be found on select on-demand channels through Amazon Prime or Prime Video, including: PBS KIDS. PBS MASTERPIECE.

How do I get PBS on my smart TV?

Download the PBS Video app Select the Apps option. Using your remote's arrow buttons again, highlight the magnifying glass icon or search feature within your Smart TV's Apps screen. Select this option. Use the Search feature to search Samsung's available app offerings for "PBS" and look for the official PBS Video app.

What do you need to stream PBS?

What are the system requirements to view PBS content? Supported desktop browsers: Latest or most widely used version of Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Safari. Mobile devices running latest Apple iOS, Android OS. Connection speed: Broadband Required (Minimum bandwidth speed of 500kbps)

Is PBS free with Amazon Prime?

In partnership with PBS, Amazon offers special "channels" to watch popular PBS programs through the Amazon website or app. These channels require a subscription to Amazon . To subscribe to Amazon and stream these channels, you must have an Amazon account and you must use the Amazon Prime Video website or app.

Does it cost to activate PBS?

The app is free to download and use and requires no activation fee .

How do I get full access to PBS?

Stream Shows on the PBS App Roku. Apple TV. Amazon Fire. Android TV. Google TV. Samsung TV. VIZIO SmartCast TV. Apple iPhone and iPad. More items...

How much is a PBS subscription?

You can become a member online by following this link and clicking the Become a Member button. Each station can set their own qualifications for Passport, but most stations give the benefit to members who donate at least $60 a year, or $5 Sustainer/Ongoing-monthly gifts .

What is the difference between PBS Passport and PBS subscription?

PBS Passport is simply an additional member benefit that offers eligible station donors extended on-demand access to a library of videos. It is entirely up to you whether or not you wish to activate PBS Passport.

How do I activate PBS streaming?

Open the PBS app. Select Activate Now . Activation instructions will appear on the screen along with a 7-character, alphanumeric activation code.

Does Netflix have PBS?

Netflix will continue streaming multiple PBS kids' series , Ken Burns documentaries and other fare under an extension with the pubcaster covering subscribers in the U.S.

Is PBS on Hulu or Netflix?

PBS Member Stations Live on Hulu + Live TV : PBS Help.

Why is PBS not streaming?

If your IP address is telling the PBS app that you live outside of your station's area, then you'll be unable to view that station's livestream via that IP address . This often only happens on television streaming devices without GPS chips - like Roku.

How much does PBS cost per month?

Step 1: Become a Member Each station can set their own qualifications for Passport, but most stations give the benefit to members who donate at least $60 a year, or $5 Sustainer/Ongoing-monthly gifts.

How to Watch PBS Without Cable (2024)

Stream Shows on PBS.org

You can watch hundreds of episodes of your favorite PBS programs at our official website, PBS.org. Stream videos of PBS NewsHour, Nature, NOVA, Antiques Roadshow, American Experience,and more, straight from your computer - no account required!

Our site supports the latest versions of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge web browsers.You must have a device that connects to the internet with a stable network connection in order to stream videos online.

Stream Shows on the PBS App

You can find all the videos on PBS.org on the PBS App, available for download on supported devices. These devices connect to your television and use your television as the screen for watching videos. We currently support Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, Google Chromecast, Android TV, Samsung TV (2017 and newer), and VIZIO SmartCast TV. We also support Apple iPhone and iPad, and Android mobile devices. You must have a device that connects to the internet with a stable network connection in order to stream videos online.

Watch Your Local PBS Station's Livestream

You can also watch your local PBS station's livestream on PBS.org or the PBS App. You do not need to create an account or donate to watch your local station's livestream on the PBS.org site, but an account is required to watch on the PBS App on streaming devices.

Watch More Shows with PBS Passport

PBS Passport is a benefit offered by local PBS stations to their donors. Support your local station and get extended access to your favorite PBS shows & films. Contribute a tax-deductible* gift of $5 per month or an annual gift of $60 or more. Your donation will help your local PBS station serve your community through media that educates, inspires, and entertains.

Click here for more information on the PBS Passport benefit.

Already a member with PBS Passport and want to get started? Click here to get started.

*The amount of a donation that is tax-deductible will depend on whether any goods or services are received in exchange for the gift.

Stream PBS KIDS

You can watch PBS KIDS videos on your computer at pbskids.org or on the PBS KIDS Video app, for download on the supported devices listed on this page. You do not need an account to stream these videos, but do need a supported device and a stable connection to the internet. Click here for help and more information.

How to Watch PBS Without Cable (2024)

Stream Shows on PBS.org

Stream Shows on the PBS App

Watch Your Local PBS Station's Livestream

Watch More Shows with PBS Passport

Stream PBS KIDS

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