Big Brother continues with the 17th episode of season 25 on Wednesday, August 21 at 8 p.m. You can watch the broadcast live on Paramount Plus (free trial) or DirecTV Stream (free trial).
Julie Chen Moonves will host the new season, which features a brand new group of houseguests.
Here is the information you need to make a free live stream of “Big Brother 25” online without cable.
How to watch “Big Brother 2024” without cable
If you don’t have cable TV or don’t have a cable connection, you can live stream Big Brother on one of the following streaming platforms:
DirecTV Stream (free trial)
In addition to ABC, Freeform, ESPN, and the other Disney channels, DIRECTV Stream offers CBS, NBC, and FOX, which sets it apart from most live TV streaming services. Plus, a subscription gets you access to more than 65 other channels in the basic package, including Nickelodeon, MTV, CNN, vh1, and more. But DIRECTV Stream’s biggest selling point is that it’s the best deal for live and regional sports coverage. Add to that over 65,000 on-demand titles and the Cloud DVR, and you have a diverse, versatile service that can meet all your streaming needs. The basic package costs $64.99 per month and offers a wide range of add-on options. DIRECTV Stream offers a five-day free trial.
Fubo TV (free trial)
Fubo is considered the ultimate live TV streaming service for anyone looking to ditch cable. A subscription gets you access to over 100 channels (depending on your region), 30 hours of DVR storage, and tons of on-demand content, mostly episodes of shows that have aired in the past few weeks. Fubo also offers ABC and the ESPN family, making it a top option for sports fans. The service costs $74.99 per month and offers a number of add-on options. The standard package includes a seven-day free trial.
Paramount Plus (free trial)
Paramount Plus offers the ability to watch all CBS channels live as they air on TV, as well as unlimited access to a huge roster of CBS shows. Currently, the service offers two subscription plans: a “limited commercials” option for $6 per month ($60 annually) and a premium “no commercials” option for $12 per month ($120 annually).
Note: With Paramount Plus, you also have access to the show’s 24-hour live broadcasts at no additional cost. You can also watch the show with commercials on Pluto TV.
When is “Big Brother” on?
The 26th season of “Big Brother” continues on Wednesday, August 21, at 8 p.m. on CBS. The series runs until 9 p.m., followed by CBS coverage of the Democratic National Convention.
What channel is CBS on?
You can use the channel finder on your provider’s website to find it: Verizon Fios, AT&T U-verse, Comcast Xfinity, Spectrum/Charter, Optimum/Altice, DIRECTV, Dish.
What is “Big Brother” about?
According to the official CBS website: Big Brother follows a group of people who live together in a house equipped with 94 HD cameras and 113 microphones, recording their every move 24 hours a day. Each week, someone is voted out of the house, with the last remaining houseguest receiving the grand prize of $750,000.
How to watch “Big Brother 2024” and the “Big Brother” live broadcasts online on demand
If you missed an episode of Big Brother or want to watch the full series online when it’s available, look for the show on Paramount Plus (free trial). With a subscription, you can also watch the 24-hour live broadcasts at no extra cost.
Currently, Paramount Plus offers two subscription plans: a “limited commercials” option for $6 per month ($60 annually) and a premium, ad-free option for $12 per month ($120 annually). You can try both plans free for 7 days.
If you don’t want to sign up for Paramount Plus, you can also watch the live feeds for free through Pluto TV. While Pluto TV isn’t free, it does contain ads.
How to watch Big Brother if you’re not in the US
If you’re not in the US, you can still sign up for Paramount Plus (free trial), DirecTV Stream (free trial), or Fubo TV (free trial) using a VPN and setting your location to a US server.
Some of the safest options include ExpressVPN or NordVPN. Both services offer massive discounts as well as a 100% money-back guarantee within the first 30 days.
Who is in the cast of “Big Brother” 2024?
You can see the cast of “Big Brother 25” here and get a detailed insight into the backgrounds of each participant.
Here’s a look at “Big Brother,” courtesy of CBS’s official YouTube channel:
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Joseph Rejent reports on television and writes about live television, streaming services and cord cutting. You can reach him at [email protected].
