How to watch FOX networks without cable on Roku devices (2023)

In the late 1980’s, FOX burst into the TV broadcasting scene, along with ABC, CBS, and NBC, with innovative programming. Thanks to them, classic shows like Married, With Children, In Living Color, and of course The Simpsons, were watched on the big screen at home. Today, FOX is right up there with the major networks and is still producing beloved content like The Masked Singer, Master Chef, and amazingly, new episodes of The Simpsons, now in its 34^th season.

Perhaps you’re among the millions of thrifty cord-cutters out there who are saving a bundle by dropping their traditional cable providers and joining the TV streaming revolution. If so – or even if you’re thinking about it – you may be wondering if it’s still possible to access your favorite FOX shows, including local programming from your regional affiliate. Thankfully, the answer is yes.

Here, we’ll break down everything you need to know about how to watch all your favorite FOX programming on your Roku device, including FOX News and Fox Sports networks, without traditional cable.

FOX

• FOX NOW – Watch full episodes on demand and live, all within FOX NOW. While much of the content doesn’t require a log-in you’ll want to connect it to your participating pay TV provider (or services mentioned below) to get the full experience.
• FOX News – With FOX News, you can watch the country’s most popular news network live, as well as catch up on original programming. While highlights are free, you’ll need to connect the app to your TV service provider for the full experience.
• FOX Sports – Like the above channels, you’ll get free highlights and previews from FOX Sports, but connecting to your TV service provider really kicks things into high gear. You’ll be able to watch every game carried across FOX networks live, as well as FS1 studio shows like Skip & Shannon: Undisputed, First Things First, & Speak For Yourself.

Hulu + Live TV

Hulu + live TV is easily a great option for cord-cutters, and with a wide variety of content available, it’s easy to see why. Starting at $69.99/month, the basic plan offers 75+ Live TV channels including FOX, FOX Business, FOX News, FS1, FS2, and The Big Ten Network.

DIRECTV STREAM

DIRECTV STREAM is a favorable streaming service for accessing cable TV favorites as well as live network TV. Their basic “Entertainment” plan is $69.99/month, and includes FOX, FOX Business, FOX News, FS1, and Fox Weather. If you’re looking for FS2 and The Big Ten Network, you can find them on DIRECTV STREAM at other package levels.

FuboTV

If you love sports, FuboTV is a streaming provider you’d want to take a look at. Their basic plan is $69.99/month and with that you’ll not only get FOX, FOX Business, FOX Weather, and FOX News, but you’ll have access to FS1, The Big 10 Network, as well as the ESPN family of networks, NFL Network, NBC Sports, and plenty more to keep your inner athlete entertained.

Sling TV

Sling TV might offer viewers the most flexibility, with customizable TV packages at low prices. If you’re looking for FOX though, you’ll want to go with their Blue plan over their Orange plan, as it’s the only one to feature FOX, FS1, & FOX News. The plan starts at just $40/month.

YouTube TV

That’s right, YouTube TV entered the TV streaming game with a robust package starting at $64.99/month which gets you 85+ channels including live FOX, FOX News, Fox Business, FOX Weather, Fox Soul, The Big Ten Network, and both FS1 and FS2. You’ll even get unlimited cloud DVR!

Vidgo

With 100+ channels in their live TV lineup, Vidgo has got your covered for your favorite FOX programming. At $59.95/month, you’ll get your local FOX affiliate, as well as FOX Business, FOX Deportes, FOX East (WNYW), FOX News, FOX Weather, and both FS1 & FS2.

Watching FOX over the air

Remember the awkward ‘bunny ears’ on top of old-school TV sets? Believe it or not, there are still plenty of great channels flowing free through the air, only now the tech is more advanced with an HD digital antenna. Just hook it up directly to your Roku TV and the channels you’re receiving over the air populate directly into your channel guide. And just like, the content that your grandparent’s bunny ears picked up is all free.

No matter which service you choose, you can rest assured that your Roku device is the perfect way to stream all your favorite FOX programming without cable.

If you’re specifically interested in watching sports on the FOX family of networks, be sure to check out our new Sports experience.

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Happy Streaming!