PlayStation Launches Free TV App with 100 Channels on PS5

PlayStation launched a new streaming application that gives PlayStation 5 owners access to free live television and on-demand movies. Sony Pictures Television introduced Live TV on PS5 for U.S. users starting on Monday, as announced by the console manufacturer. The service functions as Sony’s free ad-supported streaming television platform, comparable to Tubi, Pluto, and Roku, featuring more than 100 live channels alongside an on-demand movie library.

Launch programming includes classic television shows like Community, The Shield, and The Walking Dead, alongside anime series and a rotating collection of action, horror, and sci-fi films such as Silent Hill: Revelation. Sony committed to expanding the channel lineup and content library over time.

Live TV on PS5 launch programming

• Movies – Free movies across action, horror, sci-fi and more, with channels including MovieSphere by Lionsgate, 50 Cent Action, FilmRise Free Movies, Sony One Horror Hits and Cinevault.
• TV Shows – Fan-favorite programming including Community, The Shield, Hell’s Kitchen, The Walking Dead, Forensic Files, Unsolved Mysteries, Deal or No Deal USA and Fear Factor, plus Ice Road Truckers from A+E’s History.
• Anime – Anime favorites including Naruto, Sailor Moon, Hunter x Hunter, Death Note and more, including exclusive channels Black Clover and Box Sets channels from Crunchyroll.
• Sports – Sports programming from Fox Sports, NASCAR, NBC Sports Now, UFC and more spanning MMA, football, hockey, motorsports, golf, boxing and soccer.
• News & Weather – National, local and international coverage including NBC News Now, Fox Weather, and LiveNOW from FOX.
• Creator & Specialty Programming – Programming featuring Hot Ones, Spotify’s The Ringer, Futcrunch, Idle Mode, comedy, action sports, gaming, esports and other creator-led content.
• Additional Programming – Discover gaming and esports, creator-led entertainment, documentaries, podcasts and other specialty programming, including eCLUTCH (exclusive) and more.

Fans of anime series like Death Note, Naruto, Hunter x Hunter, Sailor Moon, and Yu-Gi-Oh! gain access through dedicated Crunchyroll channels. Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson curates the 50 Cent Action channel, which offers high-octane movies and series.

Users access Live TV on PS5 by signing in with a PlayStation Account.

Sony plans to expand Live TV on PS5 to Canada and other international regions following the U.S. launch.

Source: Polygon