Watch Free Movies & TV Shows
Browse movies and TV shows available to watch for free in the US, grouped by truly free streaming, library-card access, and provider-included options.
Free to Stream
Watch free with ads — no account or subscription needed
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
The Pianist
Apocalypse Now
Gangs of New York
Rain Man
Apocalypto
The Magnificent Seven
Monty Python and the Holy Grail
Moonrise Kingdom
Halloween
The Hurt Locker
Free with Library Card
Stream free through your local library
Forrest Gump
Titanic
The Wolf of Wall Street
Parasite
The Truman Show
Arrival
The Intouchables
Catch Me If You Can
Saving Private Ryan
World War Z
Memento
Ex Machina
Free with TV Provider
Watch free if you have a cable or internet subscription
Captain America: Civil War
Spider-Man: Homecoming
Captain America: The First Avenger
Spider-Man: No Way Home
Spider-Man
The Amazing Spider-Man
Bohemian Rhapsody
Spider-Man: Far From Home
Spider-Man 2
Spider-Man 3
A Quiet Place
Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood
Free Streaming in 2026
There are currently 39 movies and TV shows available to watch for free in the US. Ad-supported services like Tubi, Pluto TV, and Plex offer the largest free catalogs with no account required. Library cardholders can access thousands more through Hoopla and Kanopy at no cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch free movies and TV shows online?
You can watch thousands of free movies and TV shows on ad-supported services like Tubi, Pluto TV, Plex, and The Roku Channel. Library cardholders also get free access through Hoopla and Kanopy. Some cable/internet providers include free content through services like Spectrum On Demand.
Do I need an account to watch?
Most ad-supported services like Tubi and Pluto TV let you watch without creating an account. Plex and The Roku Channel require a free account. Library services like Hoopla and Kanopy require a valid library card.
Are these really free or is there a catch?
Yes, they are genuinely free. Ad-supported services show commercials during playback, similar to traditional TV. Library services are funded by your local library. No credit card or paid subscription is required.
What are the best free streaming services?
The largest free streaming catalogs come from Tubi (thousands of titles), Plex, Pluto TV, and The Roku Channel. For higher-quality indie and classic films, Kanopy (via library card) is excellent. Hoopla offers a broad mix of content with library access.