New year, new free channels in the Roku Channel Store!

It’s a New Year and there’s no better time for a fresh start – especially when it comes to the streaming entertainment you want for 2016. You’ve probably already set some New Year’s resolutions – maybe you’re hoping to work out more or eat healthier, which we can help you achieve! Well, my personal resolution is to be smarter at finding ways to save my hard earned money. And that’s when I began to explore the hundreds of FREE channels Roku has to offer to keep me entertained without putting a dent in my pocketbook.

Here are some of my favorite free channels, including some recently added gems from the Roku Channel Store. I’m sure I missed some great channels, so let me know your favorite free finds in the comments below!

Free Channels January

Free channels for movies & TV shows:

The CW – stream all your favorite CW shows like The Flash, Supergirl, and Jane The Virgin
Pluto TV – watch TV channels including News 24 7, Classic Movies, CNET, IGN and The Onion
TubiTV – now streaming The Virgin Suicides, Paranormal Activity, Dead Man Walking
CW Seed – binge on The OC, Whose Line Is It Anyway, Almost Human
PBS – PBS original and featured shows, including Downton Abbey and Sherlock, the day after they air
Popcornflix – watch Kingpin, The Burbs, Bloodsport, The Man Show and more
Crackle – stream Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, The Art of More, Sports Jeopardy and a number of great movies

Free news channels:

NewsON – live and on-demand local newscasts and local news clips from 118 stations in 90 markets
CBS News – 24/7 digital streaming news network and on demand video from CBS programs, including CBS Evening News, CBS This Morning and 60 Minutes
ABC News – live news stream and on-demand content, entertainment news, live hourly updates, original programming and more
Sky News – 24/7 live news stream and on demand video covering world, US, business, politics and more

Free channels for kids:

PBS Kids – Wild Kratts, Curious George, The Cat in the Hat and more
Hasbro – watch classic shows including GI Joe, Transformers and Conan the Adventurer
HooplaKidz – ad-free nursery rhymes, kid-friendly songs, spelling videos and more
Popcornflix Kids – currently streaming Rugrats Go Wild, Strawberry Shortcake, Kidz Bop Dance Moves and more
Little Pim Language Learning for Kids – makes it fun and easy for kids to learn a second language
HappyKids – music, stories and activity guides

Free channels for music:

VEVO – watch your favorite music videos, live performances and original shows
Pandora – listen to your Pandora stations or create new ones based on a song or artist
iHeartRadio – all-in-one digital radio service that lets you find more than 1,500 Live Stations
TuneIn – discover live global radio stations or enjoy on-demand programs like podcasts and concerts

Other must-add free channels:

YouTube – YouTube your way on the biggest screen in the house, from a playlist of music videos to your favorite comedy channels
GoPro – from surfing and snowboarding to music, motorsports and beyond – whatever your passion, you’ll find it here
Twitch – instantly watch your favorite games, the players you follow, and events you most want to be at
Red Bull TV – enjoy exclusive access to live sports events, the world’s top music festivals, inspirational films and popular series
Weather Nation – streams live weather newscasts from certified meteorologists, provides your local weather data, local weather alerts (U.S. only) from NWS (National Weather Service), weather maps and more
Lynda.com – a vast library of high quality, current, and engaging video tutorials taught by great teachers who are also working professionals
Vimeo watch and share high-quality videos from your family, friends, and the world’s most talented filmmakers