Selecting what channel to watch is sometimes a herculean task especially when one is faced with hundreds of channels as seen in DIRECTV. Movies, sports, news, and more; entertainment are just around the corner all the time. But with such a great many of them, it seems that one may be rather lost in terms of what he or she should choose. This article will be a brief guide to the most popular and the best channels to try out on DIRECTV and tips to aid in finding more channels of interest.
Entertainment
For primetime shows, award-winning dramas, and funny sitcoms, some top channels on DIRECTV include:
- ABC (Channel 7) – Broadcasting shows such as Grey’s Anatomy, The Good Doctor, and Abbott Elementary.
- CBS (Channel 2) – the most popular network with the most-watched shows such as NCIS, Young Sheldon, 60 Minutes, and NFL games (live).
- FOX (Channel 11) – Some of the amazing shows that can be watched are 9-1-1, The Resident, and animated comedy series like The Simpsons among others.
- NBC (Channel 4) – Watch the fascinating Chicago Fire and Chicago Med series or have a good laugh at Saturday Night Live.
Do not also miss checking channels such as Bravo, E! MTV, and VH1 to find out what fun reality shows could be watched and what new gossip about stars.
Movies
For the best movie-watching experience at home, make sure you check out these DIRECTV channels:
- HBO (Channel 501) – Featuring multiple of the most popular Hollywood movies, HBO originals, and vivid series, this channel is perfect for movie lovers.
- Cinemax (Channel 531) – Action, drama & comedy movies are available in Cinemax apart from that they have some cult movies, and the ‘Cinemax movies for women’ on requested movie nights are a must-watch.
- Showtime (Channel 538) – Besides the original series, Showtime delivers new movies and documentaries you won’t find on any other channel.
- Viva (Channel 555) – Viva shows Mega Blockbuster films, and it has many channels that are exclusive for movies like Viva Cinema, Viva Comedy, and Viva Streeters.
Sports
DIRECTV offers sports fans an unmatched viewing experience:
- ESPN (Channel 206) – The world’s best place for Sports, ESPN never misses the mark for scores, reports, and special programming and live events like Monday Night Football.
- FS1 (Channel 219) – Whether it is the MLB postseason, NASCAR racing, soccer, or college sports, this Fox Sports channel is the place to be.
- NFL Network (Channel 212) – For NFL enthusiasts, this channel offers around-the-clock programming of football content, such as live regular-season games and complete NFL Draft coverage.
- Outdoors Channel (Channel 609) – This channel covers hunting, fishing, shooting sporting activities, and so on with how-tos shows and competitions that will attract lovers of sport.
Kids and Family
Fill kids' days with engaging, educational shows thanks to these family-friendly DIRECTV offerings:
- Disney Channel (Channel 290) - Watch Disney Channel programs and original movies, animated shows and programs, and tween-friendly programs.
- Nickelodeon (Channel 299) - Dirty kids and babies can watch more SpongeBob Square Pants, Blue’s Clues, and many other shows from Nick Jr.
- Cartoon Network (Channel 296) – Watch classic cartoons now with shows like Adventure Time and Craig from the Creek and you can even get your Looney Tunes and Scooby-Doo fix.
- Animal Planet (Channel 278) – Animal Planet provides the viewer with programs that are centered on wildlife, rescues, and pets which makes Animal Planet a perfect choice for entertainment for the entire family.
News and Finance
Stay in the know by watching reliable national DIRECTV news channels like:
- CNN (Channel 202) – It is the best source of global current events, politics, business, etc., that can be watched on CNN.
- Fox News Television (channel 360) – It offers top issues commentary from a Fox News perspective, a daily show, and more.
- MSNBC (Channel 356) – MSNBC is a good source to watch news, politics, and culture from the liberal viewpoint as it has several informative programs.
- Bloomberg TV (Channel 353) - See the current stock overview and watch interviews with the leading businesspersons.
Flipping through the DIRECTV Stream Guide
Most of the stations are not heralded on the internet and this is because when one decides to surf through the entire list of DIRECTV channels more than 315 in number, there is always a surprise. Just use the guide to browse through options that are provided in a manner where they are grouped into categories such as sports, news, movies, and networks. Be alert when you are going through channel descriptions and bookmark the ones with titles that interest you. As a result, with time, the act of organizing the favorite shows and movies becomes as easy as a breeze.
Seeking Recommendations
If you ever want to find what else is out there to watch that is like the shows/movies you like, be sure to look at the Recommendations page in the DIRECTV app or online. The Watchlist becomes more personalized the more content you add and provide thumbs up or thumbs down ratings. Speaking with DIRECTV CS can also help to find the genre and channels that might be of interest to the viewer.
Conclusion
DIRECTV provides unending entertainment in the form of drama, comedy, films, or even sports for those who have a liking for them. Browse the most-watched programs of the moment like Game of Thrones on HBO, NBA basketball on ESPN, or Disney cartoons on Disney Channel, or find a program of your choice through the list of channels and suggestions. You will be beamed by the number of options available, and there are programs that every member of the household will like. Happy channel surfing!
