kevin costner the first christmas where to watch
“Kevin Costner Presents: The First Christmas” is airing on ABC and then moving to on‑demand streaming on Disney+ and Hulu, with live options through services that carry ABC like Fubo and DirecTV Stream in many regions.
Where to watch right now
- ABC broadcast
- Premieres on ABC on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET.
* Runs as a two‑hour Christmas special hosted by Kevin Costner.
- Live streaming without cable
- You can stream the ABC broadcast live via:
- Fubo (offers a free trial in eligible regions).
- You can stream the ABC broadcast live via:
* DirecTV Stream (also listed with a free trial for new users).
* These services require account signup and may be geo‑restricted to the U.S.
- On‑demand after it airs
- The special becomes available on Disney+ and Hulu the day after the ABC premiere, so you can watch it on demand if you miss the live airing.
* Some streaming guides also list it as available on Disney+ alongside other Christmas titles.
Quick viewing options table
| Platform | How you watch | Cost / trial | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC (TV) | Watch live on your local ABC channel. | Included with antenna or cable/linear TV. | [3][5]Premiere Dec. 9, 2025, 8 p.m. ET. | [5][9][3][7]
| Fubo | Stream ABC live via the app/site. | Paid subscription, free trial available in U.S. markets. | [3][5][7]Live during ABC broadcast; DVR/on‑demand via service. | [7][3]
| DirecTV Stream | Stream ABC live where available. | Paid subscription, free trial mentioned. | [3][7]Live during ABC broadcast. | [7][3]
| Disney+ | On‑demand after TV airing. | Requires Disney+ subscription. | [9][3][7]Available starting the day after the ABC premiere. | [9][3][7]
| Hulu | On‑demand after TV airing. | Requires Hulu subscription; may also appear in Hulu with Live TV. | [3][7]Available starting the day after the ABC premiere. | [9][7][3]
Extra viewing tips
- If you are outside the U.S. , some guides suggest using a VPN set to a U.S. location to access U.S. streaming providers that carry ABC, though availability and legality depend on local rules and provider terms.
- Runtime is listed at about 1 hour 25 minutes to 2 hours depending on how commercials are handled in your region.
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