Watch Telemundo Online (telenovelas & sports)

Telemundo has been a popular source of Spanish-language programming for over two decades now. It's technically a local channel so you can only watch it without cable on streaming services that have a full lineup of locals. For most needs and in most areas, we recommend DIRECTV, Hulu Live and YouTube TV. The only free way to watch Telemundo is during a trial period, currently available from DIRECTV (5 day trial). Their dedicated app is one of the best ways to view a mix of live and on demand programming. Let's check out all the details...

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• Telemundo on DIRECTV
• Telemundo on Hulu Live
• Telemundo on YoutubeTV
• Most popular shows
• All providers with Telemundo
• How to watch for free
• Compatible Devices

Note: For all sections below, a checkmark next to a plan means that it's our favorite way of getting Telemundo.

Telemundo on DIRECTV - our recommended service

• Channels: 160
• Best price: $49.99
• 5-day free trial

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DIRECTV gives you access to all your local channels at no additional charge, including Telemundo. That's important because some streaming providers charge extra for locals (if they include it all). All of DIRECTV's plans include local channels. The least expensive is their Spanish-language plan, Optimo Más. It includes 100 channels for $86.99/mo. Other Spanish channels in Optimo Más you may dig include Univision, Unimás, Universo, TUDN, TeleCentro, Holá TV, Peru Magico and much more.

If you prefer an English plan, the Entertainment package is the first with Telemundo (90 channels for $49.99/mo). It doesn't include any Regional Sports Networks so you won't be able to catch your local team's games. It also doesn't have much other sports channels so if sports are your thing, you're probably better off upgrading to the next plan, Choice ($5/mo more). As with all DIRECTV plans, there's no contract or received required.

Overall, DIRECTV is a solid way of getting Telemundo. It's about the same price as the other options on this page and unlimited connections let a large household continuously stream content without interruption. Finally, a 5-day trial makes the whole thing risk-free. Canceling is easy and can be done directly online (no weird form to fill out or email to use).

Telemundo on Hulu Live

• Channels: 95
• Best price: $89.99
• Free Disney+

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Another good way to get Telemundo is with Hulu + Live TV. That plan combines their original on demand programming with a bunch of live TV programming, including locals like Telemundo. It has 95 channels and the ad-supported plan goes for $89.99/mo. Pretty good value overall.

If you detest ads, there's also an ad-free version for $10/mo more. It's worth it if you'll be watching a fair amount of TV on Hulu. As Telemnudo is a local channel, other locals available with Hulu usually include: ABC, FOX, CW, NBC and PBS. Your exact lineup depends on your zip. Here's a closer look at both plans:

One big perk of Hulu Live is free access to Disney+ and ESPN+. Since Disney owns all these properties, expect that perk to never go away. All in, it can save you over $25 a month.

You probably already know what Disney+ is but what about ESPN+? It's relatively new and basically includes all of ESPN's content (live channels/sports, ESPN Unlimited, etc). A pretty sweet way to consume everything ESPN has to offer.

Telemundo on YoutubeTV

Owned by Google, YouTubeTV is the live TV wing of YouTube. It has a similar look and feel and lets you easily switch back and forth. Programming-wise, it has a solid lineup including a pretty complete list of local channels, including Telemundo. With regard to price, it has one English base plan and it's the only one that includes Telemundo. It goes for $82.99/mo with 100 channels. A fair value overall.

How to watch Telemundo for free

Try an antenna first (no monthly cost)

Being an over-the-air channel, you can get it with nothing else but the cost of an HD antenna ($25-$75). We usually recommend the Mohu -- a great value and is able to capture even the weakest of signals. Check on Amazon. After you get your antenna, all the programming is free and assuming the signal is strong enough, the picture quality is true HD and difficult to tell the difference from streaming HD. In most cities, an HD antenna can capture over 25 local channels -- that's enough for a lot of folks for ALL their TV needs.

Other ways to find Telemundo programming

Telemundo is an NBCUniversal property, so other NBC services broadcast its programming as well. For example, Peacock Premium has a good number of popular shows. NBC.com features a handful of Telemundo shows. Telemundo's apps (more below) are a great way to catch recently aired shows. Watch it on your time with On Demand and keep track of everything. Finally, Hulu and Netflix have contracts with Telemundo to air a some of their more popular series such as La Reina del Sur.

Popular shows on Telemundo

Not surprisingly, Telemundo has a wide mix of programming -- its most popular categories include sports and drama (especially telenovelas). In 2014, they won the full rights to the Spanish-language version of the World Cup (men's and women's). It runs until 2026 and also covers FIFA U-17 and Beach Soccer World Cups. Other than the World Cup, they also have broadcast rights to the Summer and Winter Olympics and a bunch of Premier League matches. All that has led to an increased focus on sports analysis and news shows like Telemundo Deportes.

Other than sports, Telemundo's dramas and telenovelas account for a big part of their following. There's always a fresh, new series of telenovelas on the network, with some of the more popular right now: El Señor de los Cielos, Corazón Valiente, Secretos de Sangre, La Hija del Mariachi, La Tormenta, Señora Acero, Tierra de Reyes, Bella Calamidades

Over the years, there have been a ton of classic programs that have aired on Telemundo. Just some of those include: Betty in NY, The Lord of the Skies, Hidden Passion, You Cannot Hide, Playing with Fire, etc.

Streaming services with and without Telemundo

Telemundo is hugely popular channel so it's no surprise that it's widely available on streaming platforms... those that have live and local channels, that is. That list currently includes Hulu Live, DIRECTV and Youtube TV. Sling TV offers a limited number of local channels (mainly just the big 4: ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox) - Telemundo isn't an option and Sling recommends you use an antenna to get it. Peacock, owned by NBC, shows some Telemundo programs as well. It's a relatively small number though so won't be enough for true Telemundo fans.

Devices that work with Telemundo

Like most popular and well-supported channels, Telemundo has full coverage across all major device operating systems (iOS, Android, etc). There's an app that's compatible with all the major streaming devices as well (Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, etc). Sure, some of the smaller streaming device/iOS combos aren't updated as often but they still work well enough. For the most part, no matter where you are and what you use to access Telemundo via the internet, you're likely to be satisfied. Our favorite way of watching Telemundo is via the Roku app but preferences vary quite a bit.

Telemundo has their own dedicated app

Telemundo has their own set of in-house apps and they're quite popular. They're all free to download but require you to login to your TV provider to access the content. Every so often, they'll let non-subscribers access programs via free previews. Nearly all the content is ad-supported, even after you login. The iOS version has a rating of 4.6/5 from over 180k reviews. The Android app generally has more usage with a 4.6/5 from an impressive 5+ million reviews. Of the two, we prefer the Android for its streamlined user interface and ease-of-use.

With both app versions, the major advantage over streaming with a provider's app (eg, DIRECTV) is the easy access to On Demand. You can quickly find shows, track watch-lists and get alerted when new episodes get added.

Soccer and live sporting events on Telemundo

Telemundo has a rich history of live soccer and international sports. Starting at the top, they have the rights to the FIFA World Cup and Olympics (both every four years). They broadcast a bunch of more regional/local tournaments as well.

Similar channels to Telemundo

Founded in 1984 out of Puerto Rico, Telemundo has grown into the second-largest Spanish language channel in the world (after Univision). In some ways and with certain demographics, it's more popular than Univision but, overall, it still trails them in viewership. In 2010, Comcast took control of 51% of Telemundo - that's important as it gave it further negotiating power with providers and created a strong partnership with Comcast's Xfinity TV line of products. Since then, their programming has evolved quite a few times. Toss in those exclusive soccer contracts and Telemundo packs quite a punch. Here's a rundown of similar channels: