Rose D. Cotton 
Spending time at home can find you searching for new sources of entertainment. When you’ve watched all that Netflix and Disney + has to offer, but don’t want to pay for another streaming service, you can always turn to the internet. Countless free online movie streaming sites are bound to have movies you haven’t seen yet. We’ve rounded up a few options that you can watch on your laptop, streaming device, and even your phone.
Whether you prefer undiscovered indie gems, gripping documentaries, sentimental classics, or recent hits, there really is a platform for every genre, taste, and streaming option. While browsing these free online movie streaming sites, you are sure to find one or more that will give you hours of fun from the comfort of your couch or wherever you feel like losing yourself in a captivating movie.
1. Bounce back
As the premier African American broadcast network, Bounce airs on local TV and cable channels across the United States, but is also available online. You can stream movies, original TV series, and more. Like many free online movie streaming sites, you can watch movies on the Bounce website or download the Bounce TV app from the iTunes App Store for iPhone and iPad or the Google Play Store for Android phones and tablets. .
2. Cracking
Crackle is a video network that offers movies, shows, and original content. You can watch free movies on Crackle.com or stream them with the Crackle app on smart TVs, mobile devices and video game consoles. You have to attend some commercials, this is how they offer free programming. You can browse by genre and title, or search for a specific movie to find something you might like.
3. Fawesome.tv
With over 10,000 movies and shows in 25 genres, subscription-free and instant HD streaming, you’re likely to find something that will catch your interest at Fawesome.tv. While you can’t stream from the website, you can download the free Windows 10 app from the Microsoft Store, which also works on Xbox One, or stream to your Roku, FireTV, LG device, or use the app. on most major mobile devices. You can browse genres including Action, Horror, LGBT, and more, search by title, or check what’s popular.
4. IMDb TV
You’ve probably heard of and even used IMDb, the Internet Movie Database, to find out more about a movie, TV show, or actor. But you might not know that it also offers a free streaming service called IMDb TV (formerly Freedive). You can stream movies and shows on this ad-supported streaming video channel through the website, Amazon FireTV devices, LG devices, Roku devices, Xbox One and S / X Series, PlayStation 4, Android TV, Amazon Prime Video and on almost any mobile device with the IMDb app Wherever you are. While a free account is required, signing up allows you to get personalized recommendations, maintain a watchlist, rate movies, and provide information.
5. Open culture
If your taste leans towards vintage films, the collection of Open Culture could do the trick. Their compilation of 1,150 free movies (most hosted on YouTube) includes classics, indie movies, film noir, westerns and more. It’s not like other free online movie streaming sites with photos, sorting options, or advanced search capabilities, and it also doesn’t have apps that let you watch movies on. streaming devices. But Open Culture is easy to use. It can direct you to movies that other sites don’t include.
6. Peacock TV
Peacock TV offers a premium paid service, but the NBCUniversal streaming app, owned by Comcast, also offers thousands of hours of free programming, including a large collection of movies. Titles include recently popular movies, award-winning titles, and original movies and shows, including the revival “Saved By the Bell†and the rebooted “Punky Brewsterâ€. In addition to streaming in most web browsers, you can also watch through a long list of apps and devices.
7. Pluto TV
The ad-supported streaming platform owned by ViacomCBS, Pluto TV has a massive library of on-demand and live streaming content. You can watch hundreds of similar channels on cable TV, but you also have access to thousands of movies of all genres. You can start watching online immediately or register for an account to receive a more personalized experience. In addition to the option of viewing in a web browser, you can add Pluto TV to most streaming devices, smart TVs, and mobile apps.
8. Popcornflix
Because its parent company, Screen Media Ventures, LLC, is the largest independent motion picture distributor in the global television market, Popcornflix has access to over 1,500 films. It makes these films available for free in over 60 countries. No movie is more than two clicks away from online viewing. You can also use one of the many supported platforms, such as Roku, Apple TV, Xbox, iOS, and Google Play.
9. Redbox
You might think Redbox is just a kiosk outside of grocery stores and drugstores where you can rent DVDs. However, the company also offers a streaming service and some of the content is available for free. You can live stream TV or on-demand movies and series through the Redbox website or on select smart TVs, streaming devices, and apps.
10. The Roku Channel
The Roku Channel offers thousands of free movies and TV shows as well as live TV channels. If you already have premium subscriptions with certain content partners, such as HBO, Cinemax, or Showtime, you can connect the accounts and watch it all in one place. Although originally designed for Roku devices, this channel is available online and on mobile devices, Amazon Fire TV devices, and Samsung smart TVs.
11. Sling TV
While its premium version has more to offer, Sling TV also offers an unconditional free account. Open the Watch Sling website in your browser or on a supported device and just start watching. You need to create a free account to watch movies or shows on demand.
12. Tubi
Owned by Fox Corporation, Tubi is an ad-supported streaming service that offers fewer ads than cable. With over 20,000 titles in its library, Tubi offers movies and TV shows from Paramount, Lionsgate, MGM and more. You can stream movies online or by using one of the many supported apps and devices. Browse by popular titles, dozens of genres, specials or channels.
13. Xumo
Xumo has over 190 channels including movie channels by genre. You can lose yourself for hours watching old westerns, sci-fi movies, documentaries, and more. You have the choice to stream live channels or browse content on demand without creating an account or signing in. Find a show on your laptop or use one of the many supported devices.
14. Yidio
Unlike many other free online movie streaming sites, Yidio, short for Your Internet Video, is a video aggregator. It can search over 200 movie sources, which is especially useful if you have multiple streaming subscriptions, such as Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon. Even if you don’t subscribe to any premium service, you can find movies by searching or browsing. Yidio will also recommend titles based on other movies and shows you enjoy.
15. YouTube
Sure, it’s the first place to watch original content on everything from makeup tutorials and games to cooking, but you might be sleeping on a terrific source of free movies. YouTube has a large collection of movies that you can buy or rent, but it also offers free movies, thanks to ads. You might not find new releases, but you might find a forgotten favorite or something you never got around to seeing.
Now there are only two more things to consider. With so many free online movie streaming sites, where do you start and who’s dealing with the popcorn?
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