BBC iPlayer AlternativesVideo & Movie Streaming Services like BBC iPlayer

BBC iPlayer is described as 'Free service that can let you watch old TV and radio programmes that were live during the last seven days, but also you can watch films/movies for free. It is a UK service and NOT available anywhere else' and is a Video Streaming app in the video & movies category. There are more than 50 alternatives to BBC iPlayer for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, Web-based, iPad and Android Tablet apps. The best BBC iPlayer alternative is Netflix. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Playary or WatchIT. Other great apps like BBC iPlayer are Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+ and HBO Max.

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  1. Netflix icon

    Netflix

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    Access a vast library of global content with Netflix's movies and TV shows streaming, available in 4K. Experience seamless viewing across multiple devices, including Chromecast and AirPlay support, plus offline download options for flexible watching. Enjoy personalized recommendations through the intuitive interface.

    114 Netflix alternatives

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    • Subscription
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    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Daydream
    • Kindle Fire
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Nintendo Switch
    • Xbox
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    Many British TV shows are available on Netflix

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    BBC licenses it's shows to Netflix

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    • Netflix is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & iPhone alternative to BBC iPlayer.

    • Netflix is the most popular commercial alternative to BBC iPlayer.

    • Netflix is Paid and ProprietaryBBC iPlayer is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Prime Video

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    Access Amazon Originals, popular movies, and TV shows with a Prime membership. Use Prime Video Channels for more content. Rent or buy with no membership required. Take your favorites offline or stream across various devices. Discover actor facts and music with X-Ray.

    92 Prime Video alternatives

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    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Fire TV
    • Android TV
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    BBC licenses it's shows to Amazon

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    • Prime Video is the most popular Mac alternative to BBC iPlayer.

    • Prime Video is Paid and ProprietaryBBC iPlayer is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Hulu

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    Access thousands of episodes and films from current and classic TV shows on your favorite devices. Enjoy exclusive originals and movies with Hulu's subscription, featuring seamless streaming and personalized recommendations across a wide array of entertainment options.

    95 Hulu alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple TV
    • Playstation VR
    • Daydream
    • Kindle Fire
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Gear VR
    • Xbox
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    Disney+

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    This platform offers subscription-based access to movies and TV series from Disney's extensive library, including Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars franchises. Enjoy Originals like The Mandalorian, with 4K UHD viewing and simultaneous streaming on multiple devices, plus offline downloads.

    54 Disney+ alternatives

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    • Subscription
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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Xbox
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    Playary

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    Discover, Share, and Connect: Your Gateway to Independent Music and Podcasts.

    298 Playary alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Apple TV
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    • Playary is the most popular Linux alternative to BBC iPlayer.

    • Playary is the most popular free alternative to BBC iPlayer.

    • Playary is Free and ProprietaryBBC iPlayer is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Playary is Privacy focused and LightweightBBC iPlayer is not according to our users
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    HBO Max

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    Max is a streaming app that combines all of HBO with even more must-see TV series, blockbuster movies, and exclusive Max Originals.

    70 HBO Max alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Android TV
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Roku
    • Chromecast
    • Xbox
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    Apple TV

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    Continue to watch your favorite shows and movies, discover new content, and find new video apps. With the Apple TV App, you can do it all in one place.

    59 Apple TV alternatives

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    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Roku
    • Chromecast
    • Xbox
    • Android Tablet
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    Paramount+

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    Welcome to A Mountain of Entertainment. Stream tens of thousands of full episodes—including favorites from CBS, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., Comedy Central, BET, MTV and Smithsonian Channel—plus exclusive shows, brand-new originals, and live sporting events like UEFA Champions League...

    92 Paramount+ alternatives

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Android TV
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  12. YouTube TV icon

    YouTube TV

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    This service offers subscription access to major broadcast and cable channels like ABC, CBS, ESPN, and more. Record and store content without DVR limits for nine months, share with up to six accounts per household, and stream on multiple devices, including Google Chromecast. Cancel anytime without commitment.

    61 YouTube TV alternatives

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    • Android
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    • Apple TV
    • Android TV
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    Disney+ Hotstar

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    Access Indian and international TV, movies, and exclusive sports coverage, including major leagues and special shows, watch live news channels, enjoy HD and ad-free streaming, explore content in 17 languages, and get early-access with multiple subscription options.

    40 Disney+ Hotstar alternatives

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    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Peacock

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    Peacock is an American video streaming service owned and operated by the Television and Streaming division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, named after the NBC logo.

    42 Peacock alternatives

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