The best free streaming services to ditch Netflix for

If you’re looking for free streaming alternatives to Netflix in the UK, here are six of the best services that offer a wide range of content at no cost:

Classic Movies Stream

  • A free streaming service, offering a mix of brilliant films from the Golden Age of Hollywood, vintage TV shows, serials and documentaries.
  • Available for free to anyone across the globe.
  • Ad-supported but can be upgraded to an ad-free version with Premium.

BBC iPlayer

  • Offers a vast library of BBC content including popular shows like Peaky Blinders, Killing Eve, and documentaries.
  • Available for free to UK residents with a valid TV license.
  • Offers live TV, on-demand content, and a wide range of categories from drama to news and sports.

ITVX (formerly ITV Hub)

  • Provides free access to ITV’s wide range of shows, including soaps like Coronation Street, reality shows, dramas, and live TV.
  • Offers original content and catch-up services for popular ITV programs.
  • Ad-supported but can be upgraded to an ad-free version with ITVX Premium.

All 4 (Channel 4)

  • Channel 4’s on-demand service, offering a huge library of free shows including The Great British Bake Off, Gogglebox, and Derry Girls.
  • Also features a range of documentaries, films, and international content.
  • Ad-supported but offers high-quality, diverse programming.

My5

  • The free streaming service from Channel 5, offering a mix of dramas, documentaries, reality shows, and films.
  • Includes popular series like Neighbours, The Yorkshire Vet, and a range of factual programming.
  • Easy to access and watch on-demand content from across their channels.

YouTube

  • While it’s primarily known for user-generated content, YouTube offers free-to-watch movies, TV shows, documentaries, and news channels.
  • You can find older films, web series, and plenty of free content from various genres.
  • Some content is ad-supported, but there is a wealth of free entertainment available without subscription costs.

These services allow you to enjoy a wide array of content for free, making them great alternatives if you’re looking to cut costs without sacrificing too much variety.