Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Rated 7+ IMDb · 70%+ RT Little-known finds Curated by humans
Updated October 25, 2026 • By Isabella Endrinal
AGMTW score, out of 10
British mysteries and dramas, and nothing at all outside that lane.
Value for money7.6
Cheap for a large library of British mysteries.
$8.99 a month, the lowest price in its category. Weighed against what it carries (content 5.2/10), that comes to 7.6 on value.
Content quality5.2
British mystery shows.
We have no title-level data for this one, so this is our own read on how much there is worth watching.
Apps and devices6.9
Serviceable app, on 6 of the 12 major devices.
Rated 4.67 on iPhone and 4.11 on Android. Works on 6 of 12 devices.
Streaming quality7.5
1080p, stereo; no 4K at any price.
Base plan streams in 1080p.
While programming depends on your geographical location, Acorn TV in the US focuses on TV shows from dozens of international networks in countries of the Commonwealth, from British channels like the BBC and ITV as well as Oceanic shows from Australia and New Zealand.
Aside from British shows, there’s also a solid selection of content from other major European networks from France, Italy and Ireland.
Also available on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Roku as a premium channel
Sign up for MonthlyAcorn Media Group is owned by the American media group RLJ Entertainment, Inc. The company has been distributing British TV in the US since 1994, originally via sales of VHS tapes, and eventually DVD and Blu-ray. In 2013, Acorn TV launched as a monthly and annual subscription online on-demand service.
While programming depends on your geographical location, Acorn TV in the US focuses on TV shows from dozens of international networks in countries of the Commonwealth, from British channels like the BBC and ITV as well as Oceanic shows from Australia and New Zealand.
Aside from British shows, there’s also a solid selection of content from other major European networks from France, Italy and Ireland.
International programming: If you’re all about popular shows from across the Atlantic, Acorn TV certainly has you covered with plenty of full season sets of top UK shows and beyond.
How much does Acorn TV cost?
Acorn TV starts at $8.99/month. Plans range from $8.99 to $89.99/month.
Does Acorn TV have a free trial?
Yes. Acorn TV currently offers a 7-day free trial for new subscribers.
What devices support Acorn TV?
Acorn TV is available on Amazon Fire TV, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, iOS, Roku.
Can I cancel Acorn TV anytime?
Acorn TV is a month-to-month subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time without penalty.
Is Acorn TV worth it?
International programming: If you’re all about popular shows from across the Atlantic, Acorn TV certainly has you covered with plenty of full season sets of top UK shows and beyond.
Five criteria, each scored out of 10. The overall score is their weighted average: content 50%, value 20%, apps 20%, streaming quality 10%. Live TV packages are also scored on customization and add-ons (20%), with the other four scaled to 40%, 16%, 16% and 8%.
Value for money
0The most expensive service of its kind.
10The cheapest service of its kind, with full content.
Content quality
0None of the 20 most-watched cable channels, or nothing from our recommended list.
10All 20 channels, or the deepest catalog of titles we recommend.
Apps and devices
0A one-star app that runs on none of the 12 major devices.
10Five-star apps on all 12 major devices.
Streaming quality
0Below 720p.
104K on the plan we price.
Customization and add-ons
0A live TV package with no add-on packs to build on.
10Eight or more add-on packs at $15 a month or less.