With NOW TV, you can choose from more than 40 live channels and On Demand content, including hit Hollywood movies, acclaimed original series and classic favorites from networks like Hallmark, History, and AMC. Plus, you get Peacock Premium at no extra cost.

You can watch NOW TV at home on your Flex streaming TV Box or any other eligible streaming TV device, or you can watch on-the-go with the Xfinity Stream app on up to three mobile devices at the same time.

Screenshot of the NOW TV home screen.

NOW TV

NOW TV Live: 40+ live channels and On Demand content available with the Xfinity Stream app.

Top channels include:
- Live News and Weather
  - BBC America
  - BBC News
  - The Weather Channel
- Lifestyle Interests
  - A&E
  - AMC
  - Animal Planet
  - Comedy TV
  - Cooking
  - Crime + Investigation
  - Discovery
  - Discovery Life
  - Food Network
  - FYI
  - Great American Family
  - Great American Living
  - Get TV
  - Game Show Network (GSN)
  - Hallmark
  - Hallmark Drama
  - Hallmark Movies
  - HGTV
  - HISTORY
  - Investigation Discovery
  - IFC
  - Justice Central
  - Lifetime
  - Lifetime Movie Network
  - Magnolia Network
  - Military History
  - MotorTrend Network
  - Pursuit
  - Recipe TV
  - Science Channel
  - Sony Movies
  - Sundance TV
  - TLC
  - Travel Channel
  - Vice
  - Weather Channel
- Multicultural
  - AFROTV
  - OWN
  - WeTV
20 hours of cloud DVR
Streaming on three concurrent screens

Plus, at no extra cost:

Peacock Premium (access through the Peacock app)
20+ free streaming channels — ranging from action to comedy to horror and more — seamlessly integrated alongside NOW TV Live’s channel lineup.
- NBC News Now
- Sky News
- Xumo Action Movies
- Xumo Black Cinema
- Xumo Bollywood & Indian Cinema
- Xumo Comedy Movies
- Xumo Comedy TV
- Xumo Crime TV
- Xumo Documentaries
- Xumo Drama and Action TV
- Xumo Family Movies
- Xumo Food TV
- Xumo Movies
- Xumo Game Show
- Xumo Her Movies
- Xumo Horror & Thriller
- Xumo Kids TV
- Xumo Reality TV
- Xumo Sci-Fi & Fantasy Movies
- Xumo Travel & Lifestyle TV
- Xumo Westerns

NOW TV is available by ordering through your online account, by contacting Comcast Customer Support or visiting an Xfinity Retail Store.

Eligibility

For NOW TV service, you'll need:

The Xfinity Stream app — available on web (xfinity.com/stream), mobile (Apple and Android), Xfinity Flex, FireTV, Chromecast, and Apple AirPlay.
A subscription to Xfinity Internet.
- Note: Internet Essentials customers are not eligible for NOW TV.
An account that’s currently in good standing.

Notes:

There are no equipment requirements.
Not required but available on Xfinity Flex streaming TV Box (Xi6 or XiOne).
- The one-time Xfinity Flex Activation Fee is waived when you subscribe to NOW TV.
If you downgrade from Xfinity X1 to NOW TV, you cannot use your X1 TV Boxes with NOW TV.

Access NOW TV

Here’s how to watch NOW TV from your Flex streaming TV Box, web or mobile device.

Note: A Flex streaming TV Box is not required to watch NOW TV.

TV Box

On your Flex streaming TV Box, select the Xfinity Stream icon from the list of apps.
The NOW TV Home page will open.
- Now Playing will default to the last channel you’ve watched.
- Live TV will display your live TV channel guide.
- Saved will display your current recordings.
- Browse/Search lets you search for your favorite movies, shows, people, and collections.
- Settings will display your account and device settings, apps and subscriptions, preferences and more.

Web

On your web browser, visit xfinity.com/stream. Click Sign In.
Enter your Xfinity ID, then click Let’s go.
Enter your password, then click Sign In.
You’ll be asked to verify the mobile number associated with your Xfinity account.
- Provide the verification code sent to your mobile device, then click Verify.
- Note: You can choose to verify by email rather than mobile by clicking Email a code instead.
You can now begin watching NOW TV content on your web browser.
- Note: The Featured row will include Peacock content, as well as free and On Demand content.

Mobile

Open the Xfinity Stream app on your Apple or Android device. Then, tap Sign in.
You'll be redirected to your mobile browser to sign in to your Xfinity account. Enter your Xfinity ID, then tap Let’s go.
Enter your Xfinity password, then tap Sign in.
You can now begin watching NOW TV content on your mobile device.

Activate Peacock Premium

Once you purchase NOW TV, you can activate Peacock Premium from your online account at xfinity.com/account:

Sign in to your account with your Xfinity username and password.
Select Activate now at the top of your screen and you’ll be redirected to Peacock’s website.
Enter your email to get started, then click Continue.
- If you’re an existing Peacock customer, enter your credentials, then click Sign in.
- If you’re a new Peacock customer, fill in your information, then click Create Account.
You can now watch Peacock Premium content with your NOW TV subscription! To begin, click Start Watching Peacock.

Note: If you have an Xfinity Flex streaming TV Box, open the Peacock app on Flex and log in with the same Peacock credentials used to activate.

FAQs

Which devices can I watch NOW TV on?
You can watch NOW TV content through the Xfinity Stream app on the following devices at this time: Xfinity Flex streaming TV Box, Apple or Android mobile device, FireTV, Chromecast, and Apple AirPlay. You can also watch through the Xfinity Stream website on your browser at xfinity.com/stream.

Currently, NOW TV is not available on Apple TV, LG TV, Roku, Samsung Smart TV, or Xumo TV. For more on compatible devices, see Xfinity Stream App Minimum System Requirements.

How many devices can I use to stream NOW TV content?
You can stream content on up to three devices at the same time.

How do I get NOW TV?
You can get NOW TV through your online account, by contacting us or visiting an Xfinity Retail Store.

How much does NOW TV cost?
A subscription to NOW TV is $20/month with no annual contract (taxes apply). There are no fees associated with NOW TV.

Do any Regional Sports Network or Broadcast TV fees apply with NOW TV?
No, these fees don't apply with NOW TV service.

I have Xfinity Flex. How do I upgrade to NOW TV?
You can upgrade from Xfinity Flex to NOW TV through your Flex streaming TV Box, your online account, by contacting us, or by visiting an Xfinity Retail Store.

I have NOW TV. How do I upgrade to Xfinity TV?
You can upgrade from NOW TV through your online account, by contacting us, or visiting an Xfinity Retail Store. You’ll need to unsubscribe from NOW TV first before upgrading.

How do I downgrade from NOW TV?
You can downgrade from NOW TV through your online account, by contacting us, or visiting an Xfinity Retail Store.

If I cancel NOW TV, will I lose my Xfinity Internet service?
No, you will not lose your Xfinity Internet service if you cancel NOW TV.

If I cancel my Xfinity Internet service, will I lose NOW TV?
Yes, you are required to subscribe to Xfinity Internet for NOW TV.

Do I need a TV Box to get NOW TV?
No, you won’t need a TV Box to stream NOW TV content; however, an Xfinity Flex streaming TV Box is available at no additional charge with your NOW TV subscription and the one-time Xfinity Flex Activation Fee is waived when you subscribe to NOW TV.

Can I use my own modem with NOW TV?
Yes, if you use your own modem for Xfinity Internet, you’ll be able to use the Xfinity Stream app to watch NOW TV, if compatible. Find out if your equipment is approved and compatible with Xfinity services.

If I already have add-on services like Netflix, HBO Max, Showtime, etc., will I have to re-purchase them once I upgrade to NOW TV?
No. Access to additional services like Netflix, HBO Max, Showtime, and more will carry over seamlessly to the new experience once you’ve upgraded to NOW TV.

Can I subscribe to additional add-on services like Netflix, HBO Max and Showtime with NOW TV?
You can subscribe to additional add-on services with an Xfinity Flex streaming TV Box.

Can I use DVR?
Yes, you’ll have 20 hours of DVR service included with your NOW TV subscription.

I currently have Xfinity X1. If I downgrade to NOW TV, will I lose my DVR recordings?
Yes, when you downgrade from X1, you’ll no longer have access to your X1 DVR recordings.

If I downgrade to NOW TV from Xfinity X1, can I use my existing cable TV boxes?
No, you can't watch NOW TV with your current Xfinity X1 equipment.

Can I watch live TV?
Yes, you can watch 40+ live channels as part of the NOW TV Live streaming service, including TV from networks like HGTV, AMC, History, A+E, and Hallmark.

Can I buy or rent movies and TV series?
Yes, purchases and rentals will be available with NOW TV.

Is pay per view (PPV) available on NOW TV?
PPV events and PPV sports packages are not available with NOW TV.

Does NOW TV content count against my internet usage?
Yes, NOW TV is an internet-delivered service and will count against your monthly internet usage.

Can I take Choice TV, Popular TV or Ultimate TV with NOW TV?
No, NOW TV cannot be added to any traditional Xfinity TV package.

Can I watch NOW TV on Xfinity X1?
No, NOW TV can be watched on Xfinity Flex with the Xfinity Stream app or with the app on your own device: web, mobile (Apple and Android), FireTV, Chromecast, and Apple AirPlay.

What if I’m unable to watch Peacock with NOW TV?
Please visit peacocktv.com/help for help with troubleshooting.

Which third-party devices are supported by Peacock?
For a full list of third-party devices, please see this Peacock Help article.

What if I already have a Peacock subscription but want to subscribe to NOW TV?
If you already have a paid Peacock subscription, you must cancel your existing subscription before subscribing to NOW TV, which includes Peacock at no additional cost. For instructions on canceling your existing Peacock subscription, see peacocktv.com/help/article/cancellation.

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