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how to watch the olympics

You can watch the upcoming Winter Olympics through traditional TV channels, official streaming platforms, or free national broadcasters, depending on where you live and whether you have cable or not.

Main ways to watch

1. In the US

  • NBC will air daily Olympic coverage on its main broadcast channel, plus USA Network and CNBC for additional events.
  • Peacock is the central streaming hub: every event is available live or on replay via the Peacock app or PeacockTV.com once you subscribe.
  • You can also stream via NBCOlympics.com, NBC.com, the NBC app, or the NBC Sports app if you sign in with a cable or live‑TV streaming subscription.

2. Outside the US

Many countries have a free national broadcaster plus a companion streaming app.

  • UK: BBC and BBC iPlayer typically show extensive live coverage and replays free with a TV license.
  • Canada: CBC and CBC Gem stream events free with an account.
  • Australia: Channel 9 and 9Now stream coverage free with sign‑up.
  • If an event is geo‑blocked while you travel, some viewers legally use a VPN to connect to their home country’s service; always check local laws and terms of service first.

With or without cable

If you have cable / satellite / antenna

  • Just tune to NBC, USA, CNBC, and your national Olympic broadcaster during the Games.
  • Use the NBC Sports or NBC apps (or your local broadcaster’s app) and sign in with your TV provider to unlock full live streams and replays.

If you don’t have cable

  • Subscribe to Peacock for full Olympic streaming in the US; plans are relatively low‑cost and carry every competition live or on replay.
  • Use live‑TV streaming services (like Sling TV or Hulu + Live TV in some regions) that carry NBC, USA, and CNBC if you want a more “traditional TV” channel bundle.
  • In the UK, Canada, and Australia you can often watch most coverage free through BBC iPlayer, CBC Gem, or 9Now with just an online account.

Devices you can use

  • Smart TV or streaming stick: Install the Peacock or broadcaster’s app (NBC, BBC iPlayer, CBC Gem, 9Now, etc.) and log in.
  • Phone or tablet: Download the official apps (Peacock, NBC apps, or your country’s broadcaster) for live and on‑the‑go viewing.
  • Computer: Watch via official sites like PeacockTV.com, NBCOlympics.com, BBC iPlayer, CBC Gem, or 9Now in a modern browser.

Quick mini‑guide example

You’re in the US, no cable, just a smart TV and phone.

  1. Subscribe to Peacock.
  2. Install Peacock on your TV and phone.
  3. Open the Olympics section to follow specific sports and rewatch events you miss live.

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