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Where to watch Grit channel May 2026? Live stream TV providers, subscription plans and costs

Fubo vs DirecTV: Best value for Grit

$34.99/moMyEntertainment Pack
$55.99/moSport + News Genre Plan
$73.99/moFubo Pro
$83.99/moFubo Elite
$89.99/moDirecTV Entertainment
$94.99/moDirecTV Choice
$103.99/moFubo Deluxe
$124.99/moDirecTV Ultimate
$169.99/moDirecTV Premier

GOAL Recommends: Fubo is the best value for Grit fans in 2026. It includes the main Grit channel and often carries Grit Xtra (the digital-only spinoff) in its base Pro plan. Since Fubo’s price is currently lower ($73.99/mo) due to ongoing carriage shifts with other networks, it is the most affordable "all-in-one" streaming choice for 24/7 Westerns.

FeatureDIRECTVFubo
Grit (Linear Channel)✅ (Channel 81)✅ (Base Plan)
Grit Xtra (Streaming Feed)
Cloud DVR✅ (Unlimited)✅ (1,000 Hours)
Local Over-the-Air Access✅ (via Gemini/Box)
Monthly Price$89.99 (Entertainment)$73.99 (Pro)

What is coming up on the Grit Channel in May 2026?

In May 2026, the Grit network will continue to deliver its signature lineup of classic Western television series and iconic feature films. The network's daily daytime schedule is heavily anchored by blocks of long-running, nostalgic fan-favorites, including ongoing airings of Death Valley Days, The Rifleman, The Lone Ranger, Tombstone Territory, Bat Masterson, and Tales of Wells Fargo. As evening approaches, the channel transitions into its primetime movie presentations, which heavily prominently feature legendary stars of the genre. Throughout the month, viewers can tune in for major John Wayne classics, with scheduled prime-time and late-night broadcasts of staple films such as The Comancheros, She Wore a Yellow Ribbon, Hondo, Rio Grande, and the network's namesake, True Grit.

What is the Grit channel?

Grit is a free-to-air television network owned by Scripps Networks. Launched in 2014, the network features classic Westerns, both TV series and films. The network is available as a digital sub-channel and also as a cable channel.

Where can I watch it for free?

You can access the Grit channel through the free trials of leading streaming services such as Fubo and DirecTV Stream.

It's also available on Sling TV and YouTube TV's Base Plan. 

READ MORE: How to get a five-day free pass with Fubo

If you are out of the country and would like to watch upcoming Grit content on your favoured streaming service, you can do so by bypassing geo-restrictions by using a Virtual Private Network (VPN).

READ MORE: The best streaming VPNs for watching sports

Frequently asked questions

Fubo (formerly fubo TV) has a number of plans: Pro, Elite, Deluxe and Sports, with a Latino package at a fraction of the cost and for a lot less channels. Add-ons are also available, if you wish to add more sports and entertainment to your package.

No, Fubo is a completely different and independent streaming provider to Amazon.

While Fubo has plenty of sports options, it lacks the Warner Bros. Discovery channels, meaning you can't watch TNT, TBS, and TruTV, which are crucial for some MLB and NBA games and other popular content.

Furthermore, due to recent developments, Fubo have also recently lost rights to the NBC channels - a huge drawback for a sports-centric service when NBC carries popular sporting events such as Sunday Night Football and English Premier League soccer.

Yes, payments are taken monthly unless you opt for a quarterly payment setup.

Yes, Fubo is available to use on a Fire Stick, as well as a number of other devices, including Roku.

Yes, you can watch Fubo on your television, by installing the app onto your Smart TV or via a web browser that's connected to your TV.

Yes, you can watch up to 10 simultaneous streams from your home location on various devices connected to your home Wi-Fi, and on three additional mobile devices from various locations away from your home.

Prices tend to rise annually, but Fubo does operate a one-year price lock guarantee.

No, Fubo doesn't give refunds for this, but doesn't lock you in to annual contract either.

Fubo could be down due to a number of reasons, such as internet connectivity, app problems or even a service outage. 

Check the Wi-Fi or home broadband you're connected to to see if there's an issue there. You can try updating or reinstalling the app, as well as checking there isn't an electrical outage in the area by testing other equipment or, specifically, other devices or apps that connect to the same internet.

There's a good chance your internet speed isn't fast enough, especially if you are experiencing buffering while streaming. 

Check there's nothing blocking or interfering with the internet hub or router, so the signal isn't being disrupted. 

Optionally, you can lower the picture quality if you are experiencing buffering, which may help it to run smoother.

This could be because the service is geo-restricted, meaning you cannot use it outside of the United States or area you are trying to access specific local channels. 

Using a VPN is a way to circumvent the issue, as Fubo is generally region and country specific.

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