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How To Watch CBS Network Live Without Cable 2026: PGA Coverage, The Grammys, March Madness and More Throughout The Year

By Megan Vick  |  Last updated Jan 30, 2026 2:07 PM ET
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CBS has always been one of the channels that people spend time on regardless of whats on. Whether you're an NCIS, Survivor, or a 60 Minutes fan, theres content made just for you broadcast on CBS. There's also a plethora of sporting and live events such as The Grammys, NFL matchups, and College Basketball to keep sports fans entertained. 

Signing up for a live TV streaming service has never been simpler so make sure you get in on a free trial to test out which service is the best option for you to watch CBS this year!

What Shows and Events to Watch on CBS 

CBS has become the home to some of the biggest crime dramas, family comedies, reality competition shows, and major live sporting events. Some of the most sought after shows and events upcoming on CBS include:

  • Grammy Awards - Music’s biggest night airs live on CBS in early February
  • NCAA College Basketball - Regular-season games throughout February leading into March Madness
  • Survivor 50 - Landmark season premieres in late February
  • CBS Primetime Returns - New and returning episodes of NCIS, Tracker, Ghosts, and 60 Minutes
  • March Madness Selection Sunday - Live bracket reveal in mid-March
  • NCAA Men’s Tournament - Early rounds and featured games beginning mid-to-late March
  • Conference Championship Week - Key college basketball tournaments in early March
  • Marshals - A Yellowstone spinoff premiering March 1st on CBS

Watch CBS Live on a DIRECTV MySports Genre Pack (5 Days Free)

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5-Day Free Trial

A DIRECTV MySports Genre Pack grants access to 20+ sports and other broadcast networks for a discounted price from other plans. At Just $69.99/mo you'll get access to the channels you actually want at a fraction of the price compared to other DIRECTV packages. Take advantage of a 5 day free trial to see if the Genre Pack meets all your needs.

How to watch CBS on Paramount Plus

With Paramount Plus as the home property for the CBS Network, you can stream everything on CBS as well as other channels on Paramount Plus including Comedy Central, MTV, BET, Nickelodeon and a few others. 

With a 7-day free trial currently on Paramount Plus, you'll have plenty of time to try out the platform. Once the free trial is over you will be charged for the monthly price of the plan you selected.

Watch CBS Live on Hulu + Live TV (3 Days Free)

The Hulu + Live TV free trial gives you 3 days free access to CBS and the 95+ live channels on Hulu's channel list. You'll also get access to Disney Plus and ESPN Plus with the Disney Plus Bundle giving you 3 services for the price of one. Once your free trial is over you'll be charged the price of your selected plan.

Watch CBS Live on Fubo (7 Days Free)

Fubo is a great option for those streamers who are looking for more than just CBS on their channel list. With hundreds of channels and a solid free trial offering, you can select one of the available Fubo plans and get a $30 discount on your first month after your trial period. Sports fans, be aware that Fubo is missing TBS, TNT, and truTV which broadcast upcoming major sporting events like the NBA and NHL Playoffs.

Watch CBS Live on YouTube TV (Free Trial Available)

YouTube TV keeps it simple but solid with their 1 base plan option. You'll get CBS as well as 100+ other live channels with a YouTube TV subscription. With quad box capabilities, this makes YouTube TV a great place to keep up with your favorite content. Get a free trial to test the in's and out's of the service.

FAQ

How can I watch CBS for free?

Free Trials from DIRECTV, Paramount Plus, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV make it easy to watch CBS for free for a limited time. You can also watch select CBS content on the CBS App for free.

Is CBS free with Amazon Prime?

When you add Paramount Plus as a selected premium channel on Amazon Prime, you'll have access to live CBS content, including Spring/Summer 2025 show renewals.

Can I watch CBS without a TV provider?

The CBS app provides downloaders access to select CBS content within the app. You will need a valid streaming/cable subscription to access everything CBS.

Is CBS part of Paramount Plus?

Paramount Plus is the parent streaming service for everything CBS! Sign up to get full access to CBS content within the app.

Is CBS available on Fire TV, Apple TV, or Roku?

Yes, you can stream CBS through the app in each platform. Simply visit each app store, and install CBS from there. 

Megan is a freelance reporter with 15 years of experience. Her bylines have appeared in TV Guide, The Hollywood Reporter, Rolling Stone, and more.