Get Live TV Streaming on Your Terms with DIRECTV

There is no shortage of things to watch these days. From reality shows and blockbuster movies to engaging series and exciting sports, there is so much to choose from. With access to so many great entertainment options, you don’t want to be tied down to your living room – or have your streams limited. That’s where DIRECTV comes in. Available on most devices, and allowing multiple simultaneous streams at once, your whole household can watch what they want, where they want to watch it. Read on to learn more about how to stream DIRECTV, including available packages, channel lineups, exciting features and so much more.

How to Stream DIRECTV?

When you stream DIRECTV you get a service with no contract, no hidden fees and no dish or cable box required. Preferred by those who want to take their TV on the go, streaming DIRECTV makes it possible to stream anytime, anywhere across your favorite devices.

Watching from the tailgate of your car before game time, lounging in your favorite lawn chair or from the comfort of your living room, streaming DIRECTV brings even more features to the table – and screen.

What are the Benefits of Streaming DIRECTV?

When you stream with DIRECTV, it offers tons of content from live sports to breaking news, hit movies and addictive new shows. Get access to a large variety of local channels, national networks, regional sports networks, premium channels, international programming and so much more.

Regardless of which package you select, you’ll get the following features:

• The ability to stream on unlimited devices in your home ⁺
• Unlimited Cloud DVR storage included^*
• Special offers on premium channels

Explore the full DIRECTV channel lineup to help you decide with DIRECTV package is perfect for you – plus you may just find your new favorite channel while you’re at it.

• Everyone can enjoy their TV favorites at the same time with shared streaming.
• Unlimited cloud DVR storage, you can record and save your faves
• A large library of shows, movies, sports, events and more

DIRECTV Packages

Select between four packages, tailored to what you expect out of your TV service. None of these packages require a contract and will not surprise you with hidden fees. Explore streaming DIRECTV packages now to see if you qualify for a discount.

ENTERTAINMENT

• The essentials for sports, news, and entertainment
• 75+ channels

CHOICE™

• Explore the most popular package – perfect for fans of MLB, NBA, college sports networks and more
• 105+ channels
• Regional Sports Networks included at no extra cost (some areas excluded)

ULTIMATE

• The full range of sports, news and entertainment –  perfect for your whole family
• 140+ channels
• Regional Sports Networks included at no extra cost (some areas excluded)
• Special offer on premium channels

PREMIER

• A TV lover’s paradise with premium networks included
• 150+ channels
• Regional Sports Networks included at no extra cost (some areas excluded)
• Includes Max (formerly HBO Max™), SHOWTIME®, STARZ®, and Cinemax®

GENRE PACKS

Genre Packs are the latest offering from DIRECTV, which allow you to choose your channel lineup based on which genre you watch the most. With four options across a variety of genres, get the channels you want and the content you love without filler channel overload. No annual contract required. Find your channel lineup now. 

There is a package for everyone. Find yours. 

Add Ons

DIRECTV offers add-ons to all the packages to ensure you can tailor your subscription to your needs. Add-ons include premium channels, sports packages, international channels and more.

Available to Stream on DIRECTV:

• Max
• Cinemax
• Paramount+ with Showtime
• STARZ
• MGM+
• Sony Movies
• Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
• Hallmark Drama
• Smithsonian Channel
• Movies Extra Pack
• International channels (Vietnamese, Brazilian, Korean, and Spanish)
• NBA League Pass
• Spanish-language sports programming (Deportes. TV channels include ESPN Deportes, FOX Deportes, GolTV, TUDN & TyC Sports).
• Sports Pack – Featuring a bunch of sports channels, including the National Football League Network and RedZone.

Learn More about DIRECTV streaming add ons and add them to your subscription by logging into your account at directv.com.

Calling All Sports Fans

DIRECTV is ideal for TV fans of all kinds, but sports fans can take advantage of even more features, channels and experiences. It’s well known that DIRECTV is a leader in sports, which means there are tons of ways for even the most ravenous fans to get in the game.

DIRECTV carries most Regional Sports Networks (not available in some areas) to ensure that fans of baseball, football, hockey, soccer, basketball, boxing, racing, tennis and so much more can see favorite athletes in action.

Features like Sports Mode help fans access games, stats, matchups, scoring summary and highlights with the click of a button. Explore some of the sports features available to DIRECTV subscribers, including live TV streaming.

How to Stream DIRECTV

To get started streaming DIRECTV, visit the website, select your package, go through the simple set up and start streaming. All packages include cloud DVR storage and there are no hidden fees, equipment rentals or installation appointments required.

What you need to get started:

• A mobile phone number or email address
• A future payment method
• A broadband internet connection
• A supported streaming device

If you have the tools, we have the TV. 

DIRECTV Supported Devices for Streaming

There are many devices that can be used to stream DIRECTV. Explore the list below, but keep in mind, new devices may be added. 

• Amazon Fire TV devices (with Fire OS 5.1 or later)
• Amazon Fire tablets (4th gen or later)
• Android TV, phones, and tablets (with OS 5 or later)
• Apple TV (4th gen or later)
• Apple iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch (with iOS 12.2 or later)
• Cox Contour 2 and Contour Stream Player
• Google Chromebooks (with Chrome browser version 95 or later)
• Google TV
• LG Smart TV (with webOS 4 or later)
• Mac computers (with macOS X 10.10 or later)
• PC (with Windows 7 or later)
• PlayStation 4 and 5
• Roku streaming devices (with Roku OS 10 or later)
• Samsung TV (2016 models and later)
• Spectrum WorldBox (in select areas)
• Smart TV (2018 models and later)
• Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S
• XClass TV
• Xfinity X1 and Flex

So Much to Explore with DIRECTV

With access to the live TV streaming and on demand programming, DIRECTV customers can watch a ton of great shows, movies and more. Keep up with hit shows like The Last of Us, Yellowstone and The Simpsons. Stay in the know with The Rachel Maddow Show, FOX News, Dateline and Good Morning America. Get in the game with sports like baseball, football, racing, combat sports, golf, tennis, hockey, basketball and so much more. Whatever you like to watch – you can watch it wherever you are with DIRECTV.

Don’t Just Take Our Word for It

Many people are enjoying the flexibility of DIRECTV, including Alicia Geigel, a writer for People, who tried DIRECTV and reviewed it for the well-known publication’s audience.  

“I was pretty impressed by the services’ offerings and setup. The streamer’s variety of no-commitment plans, add-on options, DVR and streaming capabilities, and user-friendly app gave me a positive view of the platform.” Geigel said. “I would recommend the service to anyone who is looking for a customizable and comprehensive live TV streamer.”

Read her full review on People.

⁺All DIRECTV streams must be on the same home network and compatible device(s) required. Limit 3 concurrent out-of-home DIRECTV streams. Certain networks limit total number of simultaneous streams. Restrictions apply. See directv.com/unlimitedstreams for details.

^*Unlimited Cloud DVR offer available online only. New DIRECTV customers only. Data connection required. Recordings expire after 9 months. In a series recording, max 30 episodes stored (oldest deleted first which may be in less than 9 months). Restrictions apply.

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