How to Watch ABC Local Channels Without Cable

Updated on December 30, 2025 • Staff

ABC has it all: game shows for the whole family, reality TV staples, fan-favorite dramas, and everything in between.

ABC is also part of the channels that Disney recently pulled out of Spectrum, just like ESPN. If you are an ex-Spectrum customer, worry not, there are still many ways to watch ABC. 

You can watch ABC on Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, DIRECTV (ex DirecTV Stream), YouTube TV, or An OTA Antenna.

The cheapest option to watch ABC is An OTA Antenna for $0/month.

$73.99/month | ABC + 83 channels | 7 days free trial

ABC on Fubo

Fubo is a live TV and on-demand streaming service. The platform had it beginning as a soccer stream service, but it quickly became popular as a viable alternative to expensive cable subscriptions in the U.S, offering an attractive bundle of more than 100 live channels as well as an endless array of on-demand movies.
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$88.99/month | ABC + 105 channels | 3 days free trial

ABC on Hulu with Live TV

The "Hulu + Live TV" plan mixes Hulu's exclusive offering of Originals with around 90 TV channels (the channels available depend on where you live). If you already have Hulu, getting the Live TV addition is usually cheaper than subscribing to another Live TV service. And if when you want to cancel the Live TV plan, you can click "cancel" on Hulu which will give you the option to keep the On-Demand part while canceling the Live TV.
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$89.99/month | ABC + 137 channels | 5 days free trial

ABC on DIRECTV (ex DirecTV Stream)

Named the "best all-around streaming service for cord-cutters" by Rolling Stone, DIRECTV tries to be all the good things about cable without any of the hassle. It has a big selection of channels, possibly the best stream quality in the market, and great DVR capability. For example, unlike with competitor Youtube TV, your DVR recordings on DirecTV will be the same quality as the live stream (often in 4K). The service also comes with a decent monthly price tag, and Netflix-style practicality that allows you to stream Live TV from anywhere by downloading the app. Within your home, you can stream on up to 20 devices (!), and from outside your home you can stream on up to three devices.
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$82.99/month | ABC + 143 channels | 7 days free trial

ABC on YouTube TV

Youtube TV has quickly grown into one of the best choices for Live TV, offering both local and national channels like ESPN, CNN, Comedy Central, and others. Youtube TV's marketing claims that by getting the platform, you could save up to $500 a year on cable. One major draw of the platform is unlimited cloud DVR storage that's included in the $82.99 plan. It's also one of the most widely available Live TV streaming services, as you can get it on virtually every device from Fire TV to XBOX to Smart TV brands like LG.
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ABC on An OTA Antenna

A good old antenna (OTA stands for Over-the-Air) is still a great way to watch local channels like ABC for free. First, check that you can receive it on a website like RabbitEars, then make your pick of indoor antennas. There are many affordable options on Amazon but if you want something a little more reliable, high-end options include ClearStream, Tablo, and Mohu antennas.

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ABC in May 2025

ABC's May 2025 sports programming in the USA will include weekend NBA Playoff broadcasts and possibly some WNBA games (both pre-season and regular season start this month). The network's entertainment schedule will continue with its established lineup of primetime series, the finales of its current season's scripted drama and comedy shows, and the finale of "American Idol." You can also expect the ongoing broadcast of its news programming, including "Good Morning America" and "World News Tonight."

2025 on ABC

ABC will still carry many NBA, NHL, and College Football games. This is on top of fan-favorite programming like Dancing with the Stars (20th anniversary this year!), Abbott Elementary of which the new season will premiere in 2025, and more.