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Does Peacock have live TV?
Peacock has been a fast-growing streaming service since its launch in 2020, with new shows and movies every week. While mostly known for its library content like The Office, Columbo, and other classic shows, along with some popular originals, it has more to offer than just on-demand programming. As streaming supplants cable TV, there’s a hunger for live channels, including news and sports. So, does Peacock have live TV? Read on for a full breakdown.
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The short answer: Yes, Peacock has live TV
Peacock certainly does offer live TV. However, what you can access will depend on the subscription tier you opt for.
It’s also worth noting that while Peacock is owned and operated by NBCUniversal, the live content on the streamer doesn’t just mirror what’s available from the company on its cable channels.
What can you watch live on Peacock?
You can watch tons of content on demand on Peacock. That includes titles from channels like NBC, Bravo, USA Network, SYFY, Oxygen, E!, MSNBC, CBS, The CW, Nickelodeon, and more. You also get plenty of feature films from different studios.
While you won’t get those channels directly on Peacock, the service does have its own dedicated Peacock live channels, many with content only available live. By tuning in, you can watch various types of live programming as it airs. Peacock offers over 50 live channels. The full list is below:
- Black-Led Comedy
- The Office
- Sitcom Staples
- Modern Family
- That 70s Show
- Comedy TV
- Classic TV Comedy
- Women-Led Favorites
- SNL Vault
- LOL
- Dateline 24/7
- REELZ
- Law and Order SVU
- Law and Order
- One Chicago
- On Patrol: Live
- Snapped
- Race Against Crime
- Family Crimes
- Destination Death
- American Greed
- Law & Crime Network
- Out of This World
- Unsolved Mysteries
- Witching Hour
- Horror and Supernatural
- Drama TV
- Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
- Hallmark Drama
- Black Spotlight
- Peacock Latino
- Caso Cerrado
- Telemundo Al Dia
- Vanderpump Rules
- Chrisley Knows Best
- Peacock Reality
- The Real Housewives
- Below Deck
- Great Finds
- Million Dollar Listing
- This Old House
- Top Chef
- Hell’s Kitchen
- Nosey
- Confess by Nosey
- Top Gear
- Circle Country
- NBC LX Hom
- Hallmark Channel
- Black Cinema
- Comedy Movies
- Hit Blockbuster Movies
- Family Movies
- Despicable Me
- Shrek
Live sporting events on Peacock
Among these live channels, you’ll see several that are dedicated to live sports. You can catch up on sporting events and commentary in real-time. That includes WWE wrestling events, the Olympics, pro golf, NFL football, and everything you’d find on NBC’s regular sports coverage.
The sports-centric Peacock live channels are:
- NBC Sports on Peacock
- NFL Channel
- GolfPass
- Premier League TV
- WWE Network
Live news on Peacock
Because of its affiliation with NBC, Peacock offers live news, including news programming from different local markets. That means you’ll have access to national news broadcasts as well as news from closer to home.
The Peacock live news channels are:
- NBC News Now
- Sky News
- TODAY All Day
- NBC Chicago News
- NBC New York News
- NBC Philadelphia News
- NBC South Florida News
- NBC Boston News
- NBC Los Angeles News
Stream Saturday Night Live
All seasons of the iconic sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live are available to stream on-demand on Peacock. You can also watch the latest episodes after they air.
If you want to watch the new episodes live as they air, you’ll also be able to do that on Peacock, but you’ll need a paid Premium account.
Is live TV on Peacock free?
Peacock does offer live channels for free, supported by ads. For the most part, the free tier gives you access to channels that play library content on a loop.
Genuine live content like the news is included with a free subscription, but for live sports and new, real-time episodes of Saturday Night Live, you do need to pay for either a Premium subscription at $7.99 per month or a Premium Plus subscription at $13.99 per month.