The Roku Channel Live TV Guide Free Channels
The Roku Channel’s Live TV Channel Guide (accessible via the Live TV zone or directly on Roku TVs), you get a grid-style electronic program guide (EPG) for hundreds of free linear (live) channels. As of early 2026, this includes over 500 free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels.
Popular Free Channels on Roku
These are some of the most recommended and widely used free (ad-supported) channels:
- The Roku Channel — Roku’s own free service with movies, TV shows, originals, and hundreds of live linear channels.
- Pluto TV — Over 250 live channels plus on-demand content (news, sports, movies, classics like CSI).
- Tubi — Massive library of free movies and TV shows across genres, including anime and Korean dramas.
- Plex — Free movies, TV, and live channels.
- Freevee (from Amazon) — Free movies and originals.
- Crackle — Free Sony-owned movies and shows.
- FilmRise — Classic TV, movies, and themed channels (e.g., true crime).
- YouTube — Free videos, plus live streams.
- PBS and PBS Kids — Educational and kids’ content.
- News channels → ABC News Live, CBS News, NBC News Now, Fox Live Now, Bloomberg, Cheddar, Reuters.
Other standout free options include:
- Comet TV (sci-fi classics)
- TED (inspirational talks)
- The Bob Ross Channel (relaxing painting episodes)
Recent Additions to The Roku Channel (as of December 2025/January 2026)
Roku frequently adds new free linear (live) channels. Recent highlights include:
- BBC News
- Tennis+
- The Virginian (classic Western)
- Home Improvement
- My Wife and Kids
- Love After Lockup (reality)
- PBS Genealogy
- Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
- Overtime (sports)
- Various holiday channels (e.g., iHeart Christmas, Roku Yule Log)
How to Browse and Add Channels
- On your Roku device — Go to the home screen > Streaming Channels (or Channel Store) to search, browse categories (e.g., Top Free, Movies & TV, News), or add specific ones.
- Online — Visit channelstore.roku.com on any browser, log in with your Roku account, and add channels remotely—they’ll appear on your device.
- Search — Use the Roku search function for specific titles or genres.
Channels vary slightly by region (e.g., more options in the US), and availability can change. For the latest, check directly on your Roku device or the official Channel Store.
If you’re looking for something specific (e.g., live TV guide numbers, a genre like sports/news, or private/hidden channels), let me know for more details!
