PBS: Watch Live TV Shows
PBS: Watch Live TV Shows
Stream Live TV, News & Documentaries. Watch Full Seasons with PBS Passport.
Reviews
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2.11%
6.97%
85.77%
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Comments
Jed & Judy Rojewski
★★★★
"Great! The only thing I would add is the ability to ``cast`` from my phone to my chromecast so I can view on my TV."
"Great! The only thing I would add is the ability to ``cast`` from my phone to my chromecast so I can view on my TV."
Lori Mallard
★★★
"Love PBS! (The app is tricky though, as the search field doesn`t always produce results; sometimes it`s hard to find a show or content even if you know the full name or topic key words; I recommend additional filters or advanced search on the backside to help users on the front side)."
Version: 5.7.3
"Love PBS! (The app is tricky though, as the search field doesn`t always produce results; sometimes it`s hard to find a show or content even if you know the full name or topic key words; I recommend additional filters or advanced search on the backside to help users on the front side)."
Version: 5.7.3
Awp Keahbone
★★★★★
"Not so gory details enjoyable"
Version: 5.6.11
"Not so gory details enjoyable"
Version: 5.6.11
Joseph T.
★★★★★
"I love the PBS app! Great shows, and great information!"
Version: 5.7.3
"I love the PBS app! Great shows, and great information!"
Version: 5.7.3
Keith Howson
★★
"This app is great on the phone, from which I can cast to my Chromecast. I shouldn`t have to, though. Unfortunately the left menu on the app is non-functional on the Chromecast."
Version: 5.7.3
"This app is great on the phone, from which I can cast to my Chromecast. I shouldn`t have to, though. Unfortunately the left menu on the app is non-functional on the Chromecast."
Version: 5.7.3
Linda White
★
"Logged me out for an update and now I can`t log back in. Keeps kicking off of the login screen."
Version: 5.7.3
"Logged me out for an update and now I can`t log back in. Keeps kicking off of the login screen."
Version: 5.7.3
David Wheeler
★
"All the shows I wanted to watch required a premium subscription, could not find how to do this?"
"All the shows I wanted to watch required a premium subscription, could not find how to do this?"
Robert Aldridge
★★★★
"Great learning tool"
Version: 5.7.3
"Great learning tool"
Version: 5.7.3
Nancy Price
★★★★★
"I liked the Kelly interview with Ann Richards daughter. Very excellent reporting/interview. Give me/us more..please!"
"I liked the Kelly interview with Ann Richards daughter. Very excellent reporting/interview. Give me/us more..please!"
Sharon Garcia
★★★★★
"Update: I recently came back to the app and it`s functionally had been greatly improved. It had a minor hiccup when I tried to log in but other that the app has been functioning well. I really enjoy that I can use the passport system from my donation to my local station to get more access to my favorite shows."
Version: 5.7.3
"Update: I recently came back to the app and it`s functionally had been greatly improved. It had a minor hiccup when I tried to log in but other that the app has been functioning well. I really enjoy that I can use the passport system from my donation to my local station to get more access to my favorite shows."
Version: 5.7.3
Matthew Benner
★★★
"Unfortunately I love watching PBS at home on my tv but to watch any thing on this app you have to pay money to become a member , they should have it free like on the TV then ask for donations like they do as well but no I couldn`t watch my show with out becoming a member ."
Version: 5.7.3
"Unfortunately I love watching PBS at home on my tv but to watch any thing on this app you have to pay money to become a member , they should have it free like on the TV then ask for donations like they do as well but no I couldn`t watch my show with out becoming a member ."
Version: 5.7.3
Geoff Stewart
★
"App won`t allow access to sign in in BC on my new Pixel 7"
Version: 5.7.3
"App won`t allow access to sign in in BC on my new Pixel 7"
Version: 5.7.3
Kevin Labenz
★
"Just a mind-numbingly bad platform. I do love the content but not worth the aggrevation trying to watch it on this travesty of an app"
Version: 5.6.11
"Just a mind-numbingly bad platform. I do love the content but not worth the aggrevation trying to watch it on this travesty of an app"
Version: 5.6.11
E J
★★★★★
"Gotta *LOVE* PBS!"
"Gotta *LOVE* PBS!"
Clinton Ellis
★★★★★
"Keep up the excellent work at PBS! Y`all absolutely rock!"
Version: 5.6.11
"Keep up the excellent work at PBS! Y`all absolutely rock!"
Version: 5.6.11
N CHUCK
★
"2.23 Did NOT renew membership: too many ads, hate newer content, what there is of it. Filler subtitled material from other countries. 12.10 GEE, there must be a reason air dates have disappeared. 🤨 11.30 NOT updating this, and probably not renewing. Like shows I have watched already. NEWER ones, tooooooooo wokey and too much nagging. 10.22 PBS turned off part of my shows again claiming I have no Passport! 9.3 Required ID RESET wiped out Watch List and record of what I watched."
Version: 5.6.11
"2.23 Did NOT renew membership: too many ads, hate newer content, what there is of it. Filler subtitled material from other countries. 12.10 GEE, there must be a reason air dates have disappeared. 🤨 11.30 NOT updating this, and probably not renewing. Like shows I have watched already. NEWER ones, tooooooooo wokey and too much nagging. 10.22 PBS turned off part of my shows again claiming I have no Passport! 9.3 Required ID RESET wiped out Watch List and record of what I watched."
Version: 5.6.11
Linda Birmingham
★
"Ads B4 every episode or when u Resume, annoying! Insp. Lewis Seasons 2&3 are out of focus/blurry like watching very used VHS tapes. U can select Sherlock but NO VIDEOS to watch! Took 4 hrs just to get TV app to ``know`` that I`m a Passport member, uninstalled/reinstalled, unplugged TV, checked Updates (none). Luv a few shows but not enuff to put up with blurry videos & constant Ads! Ads at beginning of 1st episode in Season, ok, but not every episode or when I Resume a video! Cancelling soon."
Version: 5.7.3
"Ads B4 every episode or when u Resume, annoying! Insp. Lewis Seasons 2&3 are out of focus/blurry like watching very used VHS tapes. U can select Sherlock but NO VIDEOS to watch! Took 4 hrs just to get TV app to ``know`` that I`m a Passport member, uninstalled/reinstalled, unplugged TV, checked Updates (none). Luv a few shows but not enuff to put up with blurry videos & constant Ads! Ads at beginning of 1st episode in Season, ok, but not every episode or when I Resume a video! Cancelling soon."
Version: 5.7.3
Marykay Montes
★★★★★
"Exolent, I love. Pbs"
"Exolent, I love. Pbs"
Jack Nettleton
★★
"Casts we`ll but the search function is very poor."
Version: 5.7.3
"Casts we`ll but the search function is very poor."
Version: 5.7.3
Charles Cowart
★★★★★
"Love the documentary options"
Version: 5.6.11
"Love the documentary options"
Version: 5.6.11
com.pbs.video
Installs: 1,000,000+
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Version: 5.15.2
Category: Entertainment
Pegi : Teen
Publish Date : Jun 9, 2015
Update Date : 2024-04-02
Android Version : 5.1
Ad Supported : Yes
Version: 5.15.2
Category: Entertainment
Pegi : Teen
Publish Date : Jun 9, 2015
Update Date : 2024-04-02
Android Version : 5.1
Ad Supported : Yes
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Stream live TV, live news, and indie films on the free PBS App. Watch TV shows anywhere, on any device with new programs added daily for endless entertainment. Stream breaking news, local TV, award-winning documentary movies, full-length TV shows, live music and more. PBS is your non-stop video entertainment app.
News streaming and local TV streaming is easy with PBS. Live news keeps you up to date with what’s going on in the world. Stream live TV shows uninterrupted, discover new indie movies, or dive into exciting documentary films from PBS. Enjoy popular concerts, TV series specials and more in just a few taps with PBS’ easy-to-use live streaming app.
Watch TV anywhere, anytime. Watch breaking news, live TV shows, or enjoy documentary films, with video streaming you can access wherever you are. Best of all, you can save TV shows and indie movies to your watchlist to jump into later.
Local TV, live tv shows, and new dramas are available on the PBS App. Explore endless indie films including hit documentary, history, and science content to feed your curiosity. Join the crowd wherever you are with live music performances. Stream live news, timeless indie movies, and compelling TV shows on all of your devices. All your favorites, on demand and in one place – watch TV everywhere with the PBS App.
Watch live TV on a local channel or discover new TV shows from Masterpiece, Ken Burns, NOVA, & Nature. Watch new episodes from PBS NewsHour, Frontline, Antiques Roadshow, Finding Your Roots, Actors on Actors, , Independent Lens, POV, Great Performances, Austin City Limits, Call the Midwife & more.
Watch TV everywhere, enjoy thrilling indie films, and tune in to the latest live news at any time when you download PBS.
PBS FEATURES:
STREAM LIVE LOCAL TV & LIVE NEWS
- Live news from PBS newshour helps you keep up with public affairs
- Watch breaking news from your local PBS station
- Watch TV shows on your local channel
- Local TV available with PBS’ collection of trusted sources
WATCH TV ANYWHERE – LIVE STREAM TV SHOWS ON DEMAND
- Watch TV shows and your favorite TV series at your fingertips
- Exclusive TV shows are yours to discover across a variety of genres
- Save classic TV shows and new TV series to dive into later
DOCUMENTARY FILMS & INDIE MOVIES
- Stream award-winning documentaries or indie movies from anywhere
- Watch the latest documentary on the entertainment app made
- Stream an indie film and access interviews, extras and more
- Explore your favorite indie film genre – drama, action, comedy, and more
ENDLESS TV & VIDEO STREAMING
- Stream TV shows, series & videos from the PBS archives
- Watch breaking news, local channel programming, or iconic TV shows
- Live stream TV shows of all genres on demand in the PBS App
DISCOVER PBS TV SHOWS
- Watch live TV anywhere & explore a vast collection of shows on one video streaming app
- TV shows on the endless entertainment app – drama, documentary, science shows and more
- Stream TV shows like Downton Abbey, NOVA, Nature, Finding Your Roots, and All Creatures Great & Small!
WATCH MORE WITH PBS PASSPORT
PBS Passport is an added benefit of station membership. By donating to your local PBS station, you can:
- Watch live TV from acclaimed PBS local channels
- Stream TV shows & exclusive new series
- Watch popular TV shows with their past and current seasons
- Access early releases and special collections, like Ken Burns films and Antiques Roadshow
WHAT`S NEW ON PBS
- Van der Valk S3
-America Outdoors
- Professor T S2
-Fight the Power: How Hip Hop Changed the World
- Unforgotten S5
Local news, TV shows, and indie movies are yours to discover. Watch TV everywhere and on all your devices with the PBS App.
LEARN MORE
- PBS App: https://www.pbs.org/pbs-app/
- PBS Passport: https://pbs.org/getpassport
- PBS Support: https://help.pbs.org/
PBS offers all Americans the opportunity to explore new worlds through trusted educational television and digital content.
News streaming and local TV streaming is easy with PBS. Live news keeps you up to date with what’s going on in the world. Stream live TV shows uninterrupted, discover new indie movies, or dive into exciting documentary films from PBS. Enjoy popular concerts, TV series specials and more in just a few taps with PBS’ easy-to-use live streaming app.
Watch TV anywhere, anytime. Watch breaking news, live TV shows, or enjoy documentary films, with video streaming you can access wherever you are. Best of all, you can save TV shows and indie movies to your watchlist to jump into later.
Local TV, live tv shows, and new dramas are available on the PBS App. Explore endless indie films including hit documentary, history, and science content to feed your curiosity. Join the crowd wherever you are with live music performances. Stream live news, timeless indie movies, and compelling TV shows on all of your devices. All your favorites, on demand and in one place – watch TV everywhere with the PBS App.
Watch live TV on a local channel or discover new TV shows from Masterpiece, Ken Burns, NOVA, & Nature. Watch new episodes from PBS NewsHour, Frontline, Antiques Roadshow, Finding Your Roots, Actors on Actors, , Independent Lens, POV, Great Performances, Austin City Limits, Call the Midwife & more.
Watch TV everywhere, enjoy thrilling indie films, and tune in to the latest live news at any time when you download PBS.
PBS FEATURES:
STREAM LIVE LOCAL TV & LIVE NEWS
- Live news from PBS newshour helps you keep up with public affairs
- Watch breaking news from your local PBS station
- Watch TV shows on your local channel
- Local TV available with PBS’ collection of trusted sources
WATCH TV ANYWHERE – LIVE STREAM TV SHOWS ON DEMAND
- Watch TV shows and your favorite TV series at your fingertips
- Exclusive TV shows are yours to discover across a variety of genres
- Save classic TV shows and new TV series to dive into later
DOCUMENTARY FILMS & INDIE MOVIES
- Stream award-winning documentaries or indie movies from anywhere
- Watch the latest documentary on the entertainment app made
- Stream an indie film and access interviews, extras and more
- Explore your favorite indie film genre – drama, action, comedy, and more
ENDLESS TV & VIDEO STREAMING
- Stream TV shows, series & videos from the PBS archives
- Watch breaking news, local channel programming, or iconic TV shows
- Live stream TV shows of all genres on demand in the PBS App
DISCOVER PBS TV SHOWS
- Watch live TV anywhere & explore a vast collection of shows on one video streaming app
- TV shows on the endless entertainment app – drama, documentary, science shows and more
- Stream TV shows like Downton Abbey, NOVA, Nature, Finding Your Roots, and All Creatures Great & Small!
WATCH MORE WITH PBS PASSPORT
PBS Passport is an added benefit of station membership. By donating to your local PBS station, you can:
- Watch live TV from acclaimed PBS local channels
- Stream TV shows & exclusive new series
- Watch popular TV shows with their past and current seasons
- Access early releases and special collections, like Ken Burns films and Antiques Roadshow
WHAT`S NEW ON PBS
- Van der Valk S3
-America Outdoors
- Professor T S2
-Fight the Power: How Hip Hop Changed the World
- Unforgotten S5
Local news, TV shows, and indie movies are yours to discover. Watch TV everywhere and on all your devices with the PBS App.
LEARN MORE
- PBS App: https://www.pbs.org/pbs-app/
- PBS Passport: https://pbs.org/getpassport
- PBS Support: https://help.pbs.org/
PBS offers all Americans the opportunity to explore new worlds through trusted educational television and digital content.
RECENT CHANGES
- Addition of a "Continue Watching" area at the top of all Show Details screens on mobile and tablet, so users can start or resume watching a series more easily
- Picture-in-picture support
- UI and navigation improvements
- Bug fixes
- Picture-in-picture support
- UI and navigation improvements
- Bug fixes
DATA SAFETY AND SECURITY
This app has access to
Contacts
· find accounts on the deviceIdentity
· find accounts on the deviceLocation
· precise location (GPS and network-based)· approximate location (network-based)
Microphone
· record audioOther
· draw over other apps· full network access
· view network connections
· prevent device from sleeping
Wi-Fi connection information
· view Wi-Fi connectionsSecurity Practices
Data is encrypted in transit
· Your data is transferred over a secure connection
You can request that data be deleted
· The developer provides a way for you to request that your data be deleted
Data that may be shared with other companies or organizations
App activity
App interactions (Optional) : Analytics, Advertising or marketing, Account managementIn-app search history (Optional) : Analytics
App info and performance
Crash logs (Optional) : AnalyticsDiagnostics (Optional) : Analytics
Other app performance data (Optional) : Analytics
Device or other IDs
Device or other IDs (Optional) : Analytics, Advertising or marketingPersonal info
Email address (Optional) : Advertising or marketing, Account managementName (Optional) : Advertising or marketing
User IDs (Optional) : Analytics, Advertising or marketing, Account management
Data this app may collect
App activity
App interactions (Optional) : App functionality, Analytics, Advertising or marketing, Fraud prevention, security, and compliance, Personalization, Account managementIn-app search history (Optional) : App functionality, Analytics
App info and performance
Crash logs (Optional) : AnalyticsDiagnostics (Optional) : Analytics
Other app performance data (Optional) : Analytics
Device or other IDs
Device or other IDs (Optional) : App functionality, Analytics, Advertising or marketing, Fraud prevention, security, and compliance, Account managementPersonal info
Email address (Optional) : App functionality, Advertising or marketing, Personalization, Account managementName (Optional) : App functionality, Advertising or marketing, Personalization, Account management
User IDs (Optional) : App functionality, Analytics, Advertising or marketing, Personalization, Account management
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