Google TV now has over 300 free channels – here’s the full list

Google TV has always been a destination for finding content, and now there’s a ton more with the addition of free channels available directly on the homescreen. Here’s everything that’s available.

Available to all Google TV devices in the United States, there are in excess of 1,500 free live TV channels that stream everything from news to movies and so much more, all without costing you a dime. Some of these channels are built in, while others are powered by third-party apps.

Google TV free channels: What’s built-in

Out of the box, for devices such as Chromecast with Google TV and Google TV Streamer, you’ll get access to hundreds of free live channels through Freeplay. These channels require no app installations or extra accounts. Just set up your Google TV device, go to the “Live” tab, and you’ll get all of these channels.

These channels are available only in the United States.

The full list is as follows, with new additions marked in bold text.

Google is constantly updating this list, too, so check back for new additions.

Update – September 2026: Google has massively expanded Freeplay over the past few months. This includes the debut of on-demand content with free TV shows and movies available directly through the Freeplay app, as well as many new channels.

There are now 337 streaming channels included in Freeplay, with roughly 125 or more additions in the past year. Of those, a considerable number are local news networks from across the United States.

What other channels are free on Google TV?

Beyond those 300+ built-in channels, Google TV also provides free live channels from a variety of third-party apps. These include channels from:

• Pluto TV
• Plex
• HaystackNews
• Tubi

Channels are all listed together in the same guide, but picking a channel from one of these other providers will launch the associated app, which you’ll need to have installed. Some of those services require an account, but they still won’t charge you.

Adding these, there are over 1,500 channels available.

How to pick your favorite live channels on Google TV

With hundreds of channels available and no number pad to quickly get between them, Google TV’s “favorite channels” feature really comes in handy. As pictured below, this works rather simply. Find the channel you want to add as a favorite, click on its name, and then a new “Favorites” category will be added to the top of the “Live” tab. This works with channels from any source, paid or free.

What other free content can I watch on Google TV?

Besides live streaming channels, Google TV Freeplay also offers on-demand content.

These are available only via the Google TV Freeplay app, not the homescreen’s “Live” tab. All of these on-demand shows and movies and ad-supported and, as of now, there is no way to skip those ads. Google sources the free content from partners such as Xumo, but there are no app downloads required.

Originally published 4/28/2023 – Last updated 9/23/2026

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