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Where to watch ION TV channel March 2026? Live stream TV providers, subscription plans and costs

Everything you need to know about where to live stream the ION TV channel, which is the best provider, what it'll cost and what subscription deals are on offer.

What is coming up on ION in March 2026?

In March 2026, ION remains the ultimate sanctuary for those who prefer their television "case-closed," anchored by its signature 24-hour procedural marathons. The weekly rhythm stays rock-solid with NCIS on Mondays, FBI on Tuesdays, and the dual-threat of Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D. dominating the mid-week slots. While the sports world prepares for the landmark 30th anniversary season of the WNBA on ION (tipping off May 8), the network is currently navigating a high-stakes March 10 deadline for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement, using its primetime "WNBA Pulse" segments to keep fans updated on negotiations and draft prospects. For those looking to swap brackets for b-roll, ION Mystery is leaning into a "Classic Case-Files" month with heavy rotations of CSI: Miami and The Mentalist, ensuring that while the rest of the world is obsessing over Oscar ballots or "March Madness," ION provides the comforting predictability of a perp walk and a snappy one-liner.

What is the ION TV channel?

ION Television, simply referred to as ION or ION TV, is a broadcast television network and FAST television channel owned by Scripps Networks. Launched in 1998 as Pax TV, it focused primarily on family-oriented programming. Under the Scripps ownership, the channel began shifting focus to sports packages with the inclusion of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) and the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA).

Where can I watch it for free?

You can access the ION channel through five-day free trials on leading streaming services Fubo and DirecTV.

It's also available on YouTube TV's base plan.

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

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How much does it cost?

ION channel is available on all Fubo and DirecTV plans. It is also available for free on Sling Freestream.

ProviderFirst monthMonthly cost
Fubo Pro$54.99$84.99
Fubo Elite$74.99$104.99
Fubo Deluxe$84.99$114.99
DirecTV Entertainment$49.99$89.99
DirecTV Choice$59.99$94.99
DirecTV Ultimate$84.99$124.99
DirecTV Premier$124.99$169.99
Sling FreestreamFreeFree

If you are out of the country and would like to watch upcoming ION 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

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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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