What is coming up on VH1 in March 2026?
In March 2026, VH1 remains the definitive home for high-stakes urban reality and "pop-culture comfort," navigating the month with a heavy focus on the expanded Love & Hip Hop universe and a return to its music-movie roots. The network’s Monday nights are anchored by Love & Hip Hop: Miami (Season 6), where the drama centers on Trina’s professional crossroads and the rising stardom of Zoey Brinxx. This is followed on Tuesdays by the "Check-In" specials and new episodes of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, including a highly anticipated update on March 3 that dives into the fallout of the recent reunion.
The daytime and late-night blocks are dominated by "Mega-Marathons" of Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out, specifically focusing on the Season 11 and 12 archives to bridge the gap between new reality premieres. Weekend programming has shifted toward the "VH1 Movie Night" brand, featuring music-centric cinema like Cadillac Records and Burlesque (airing March 1), alongside staple marathons of Basketball Wives and Black Ink Crew: Chicago. While its former flagship, RuPaul’s Drag Race, continues its successful run over on MTV, VH1 maintains its "Level Up" branding with a consistent rotation of lifestyle series and "Where Are They Now" digital shorts featuring fan-favorite alumni from the VHI-Reality era.
What is the VH1 channel?
VH1, short for Video Hits One, is a basic cable television network. Launched on January 1, 1985, it is currently owned by Paramount Skydance. VH1 was conceived to build upon the success of MTV by targeting a slightly older demographic, focusing on the lighter, softer side of popular music. It, however, moved to reality television programming with a focus on music personalities, celebrities, and shows targeting African-American audiences.
Where can I watch it for free?
You can access the VH1 channel through the five-day free trials of leading streaming services such as Fubo and DirecTV.
It's also available through paid-for subscriptions with Sling TV throught their Lifestyel Extra add-on, as well as Philo and YouTube TV's Base Plan.
READ MORE: How to get a five-day free pass with Fubo
How much does it cost?
VH1 is available on all packages of all the premium streaming services.
| from $33 | Philo | |
| from $45.99 + $6 add-on | Sling TV | |
| from $73.99 | Fubo Pro | |
| from $82.99 | YouTube TV | |
| from $83.99 | Fubo Elite | |
| from $89.99 | DirecTV Entertainment | |
| from $94.99 | DirecTV Choice | |
| from $103.99 | Fubo Deluxe | |
| from $124.99 | DirecTV Ultimate | |
| from $169.99 | DirecTV Premier |
If you are out of the country and would like to watch upcoming VH1 content on your favoured streaming service, you can do so by bypassing geo-restrictions by using a Virtual Private Network (VPN).
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