AMAZON Fire TV fans can unlock four new channels from a major network plus thousands of free titles – and they’re all in one app.
Freevee, the free, ad-supported streaming service acquired by Amazon in 2019, already boasts more than 500 free channels.
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The platform is revered for its range of content from on-demand shows and movies to live TV.
And its thousands-strong library continues to grow with the addition of four new channels offering curated content from Paramount.
To start watching, navigate to the Amazon App Store and download the Freevee app.
The Miramax Movie Channel is arriving this month, offering classics from the famous distribution company plus some newer titles.
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There are also two spin-offs from Black Entertainment Television, with content from actor-director Tyler Perry.
The first, BET x Tyler Perry Drama, offers nonstop originals like Tyler Perry’s Sistas, The Oval, Ruthless, and more.
Tyler Perry Comedy, meanwhile, boasts series like House of Payne and Assisted Living.
Also coming this month is the CBS Sports Golazo Network, providing 24/7 coverage of the top soccer competitions across the globe.
Earlier this month, Freevee added dozens of new titles including one channel to coincide with the 2024 Paris Olympics.
That channel, Team USA TV, delivers a behind-the-scenes look and extended /7 coverage of Team USA athletes around the clock.
Several other channels are available to stream starting today.
This includes dedicated channels for content from Dr. Phil, Bleacher Report, Mythbusters, and more.
On August 20, the platform will offer several other FAST channels including one for the popular forensics program 48 Hours.
Freevee debuted as IMDB Freedive in January 2019, rebranding to IMDB TV a few months later.
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Its latest name change came in April 2022 and was meant to encapsulate the company’s mission of providing users with free and easily accessible content.
Unlike Prime Video, Freevee deals primarily in older movies and TV series, with a limited number of originals.
It launched in the United States and the United Kingdom before expanding to Germany. To date, it is unavailable in other countries.
What is FAST streaming?
FAST TV, an acronym for “free, ad-supported streaming television,
Free, ad-supported streaming television is a service that delivers programming similar to cable or traditional TV.
You can view FAST content at no cost, with the only condition being the commercials that appear before or during the content.
Depending on the service, you can watch titles on demand or stream prescheduled broadcasts. Some platforms also offer live TV.
FAST providers often have an expansive library of older shows and branded programming in addition to original titles.
Free, ad-supported channels air 24/7 and have scheduled commercial breaks built into their programming.
Content is normally organized by genre in addition to dedicated channels for specific titles or brands.
In countries where it is available, Freevee has won viewers over due to its range of diverse content as well as its ease of use.
The app is free to download as a mobile app on iPhone and Android devices.
It is even available on gaming consoles like the PS5 and Xbox.
