The best options include Crackle, Kanopy, Peacock, Pluto TV, the Roku Channel, Tubi TV, Vudu, and Xumo. Like Netflix and Hulu, these free services are available through most streaming devices and smart TVs, as well as on many laptops, smartphones, or tablets.

Is streaming really free?

As with paid services, there are two main types of free video streaming services: on-demand and live. Some of the free options, including NBC's Peacock and PBS Video, offer both types of content. Crackle, CW Seed, IMDb TV, Kanopy, Peacock, Pluto TV, and Tubi all have on-demand movies to stream.

What streaming services can I get for free?