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Where to watch MTV channel April 2026? Live stream TV providers, subscription plans and costs

Best value streaming service for MTV April 2026

Sling TV Select$24.99/mo
Philo$25.00/mo
DirecTV MyEntertainment (Genre Pack)$34.99/mo
Sling TV Blue or Orange$45.99/mo
YouTube TV Entertainment Plan$54.99/mo
Fubo Pro (and above)from $73.99/mo
YouTube TV Base Plan$82.99/mo

What is coming up on MTV in April 2026?

In April 2026, MTV is headlined by the bittersweet countdown to the final chapter of its most iconic modern reality franchise, following the March announcement that Jersey Shore Family Vacation will conclude its historic run on the network. While the "Farewell Season" (8B) is set for a May 7 premiere, April serves as a month of celebration, featuring "15 Years of Shore" marathons and specials that revisit the roommates' most chaotic milestones from Seaside Heights to the present. The daily schedule remains anchored by the relentless, high-volume rotation of Ridiculousness, featuring Rob Dyrdek, Steelo Brim, and Lolo Wood, alongside "Animation Domination" blocks of The Office that dominate the primetime and late-night slots. Fans of the brand's competition legacy can also tune in for The Challenge: Home Turf specials, which provide deep-dive retrospectives into the lives of legends like CT Tamburello and Cara Maria Sorbello. Rounding out the month is a fresh slate of MTV Cribs and Teen Mom encores, ensuring the network remains the ultimate destination for unscripted drama and nostalgic pop-culture marathons as it prepares for its next major evolution.

What is the MTV channel?

MTV, short for Music Television, is a cable television channel. It is the flagship property of the MTV Entertainment Group, owned by Paramount Skydance. MTV airs music videos and related music entertainment programming guided by video jockeys. MTV gained a cult following in the US and overseas thanks to its extensive rights to blockbuster albums.

Where can I watch it for free?

You can access MTV through a five-day free trial with Fubo and DirecTV.

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

You can also watch it on paid-for plans from Philo, YouTube TV and via Sling TV as an additional add-on.

How much does it cost?

MTV is available on all Fubo and DirecTV plans. It can be purchased as an add-on to Sling TV too.

ProviderFirst monthMonthly cost
Fubo Pro$54.99$84.99
Fubo Elite$74.99$104.99
Fubo Deluxe$84.99$114.99
Philon/a$33
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 TV Entertainment Extran/aFrom $45.99 + $6 add-on
YouTube TV$72.99$82.99

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