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Peacock

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About Peacock

Peacock is NBCUniversal's streaming platform, launched in July 2020 and one of the few major streaming services to offer a free ad-supported tier. Owned by Comcast, Peacock hosts NBC and Bravo live channels, next-day episodes of NBC shows, Universal Pictures films, classic series like The Office and Parks and Recreation, WWE Network content, and Premier League soccer. The service has three tiers: Free (limited library, ads), Premium ($7.99/month, full library, ads), and Premium Plus ($13.99/month, ad-free on most content). Peacock's live sports portfolio is a major differentiator — it holds rights to NFL Sunday Night Football, NASCAR, Premier League, Notre Dame football, and major golf events. As of 2025 Peacock has approximately 36 million paid subscribers in the US. The platform's free tier makes it uniquely accessible for casual users who just want NBC sitcoms or sports highlights without a subscription commitment. Peacock is available on all major devices including smart TVs, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, iOS, Android, and gaming consoles. Comcast customers often receive Peacock included with their cable/internet subscription.

Free tier available (ad-supported)36M+ paid US subscribersNFL Sunday Night Football streaming rightsHome of The Office and all NBC content

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peacock really free?

Yes, Peacock Free gives access to thousands of hours of content including classic TV shows, movies, and some live sports with ads. Premium tiers unlock the full library, NFL games, and ad-free viewing.

Does Peacock have live TV?

Yes, Peacock streams live NBC and MSNBC channels, live sports (NFL Sunday Night Football, Premier League, NASCAR), and select live events for Premium subscribers.

Can I get Peacock for free with Xfinity?

Xfinity X1 and Flex customers with select Xfinity internet plans receive Peacock Premium included at no extra cost as part of their Comcast subscription.