Live TV on PS5 launches in the U.S.
Live TV on PS5 launches in the U.S. on August 31, 2026, offering players a free, ad-supported streaming service powered by Sony Pictures Television. The platform provides access to over 100 live channels and a growing library of on-demand content, including news, sports, movies, TV shows, and anime, all accessible directly from the PS5 console.
Players can access the service from the PS5 home screen by navigating to the Media tab, selecting the Live TV on PS5 icon, and signing in with their PlayStation account. The launch lineup features a diverse mix of programming across multiple genres, with content sourced from partners including Amazon MGM Studios, Crunchyroll, FOX, NBCUniversal, NFL Channel, and UFC.
The movie selection includes free titles across action, horror, and sci-fi genres, featuring channels such as MovieSphere by Lionsgate, 50 Cent Action, FilmRise Free Movies, Sony One Horror Hits, and Cinevault. TV show offerings include popular series like Community, The Shield, Hell’s Kitchen, The Walking Dead, Forensic Files, Unsolved Mysteries, Deal or No Deal USA, Fear Factor, and Ice Road Truckers from A+E’s HISTORY.
For anime fans, the service includes favorites such as Naruto, Sailor Moon, Hunter x Hunter, and Death Note, alongside exclusive channels for Black Clover and box sets from Crunchyroll. Sports coverage spans MMA, football, hockey, motorsports, golf, boxing, and soccer, with programming from FOX Sports, NASCAR, NBC Sports Now, and UFC.
News and weather content includes national, local, and international coverage from NBC News Now, Fox Weather, and LiveNOW from FOX. The platform also features creator and specialty programming, including Hot Ones, Spotify’s The Ringer, Futcrunch, Idle Mode, and exclusive content from eCLUTCH. Additional categories cover documentaries, podcasts, and gaming-related content.
Sony states that the service will continue to evolve with regularly refreshed programming, new channels, and additional content over time. The company is also planning to expand the experience to Canada and will continue to explore additional regions. Programming availability may vary by local TV markets and may change over time.