Peaco*ck streaming: Pricing, plans, Olympics coverage, and how to sign up (2024)

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Peaco*ck is the streaming home for NBCUniversal movies and shows, making it the only subscription service with access to new Universal films like "Abigail," original series like "Those About to Die," and classic sitcoms like "The Office." It's one of our picks for the best streaming services you can sign up for, especially if you're a fan of NBC programs.

Ad-supported and ad-free Peaco*ck plans are offered, with subscriptions starting at $8 a month. Both plans give you access to Peaco*ck's entire streaming lineup, including full coverage of the 2024 Summer Olympics. The ad-free tier also adds live access to your local NBC station.

To help you decide whether Peaco*ck is worth it, we've broken down everything you need to know about the service, including full details on pricing, plans, content, and supported devices.

What is Peaco*ck?

Peaco*ck is a streaming service created by NBCUniversal with two subscription plans: Premium (with ads) and Premium Plus (ad-free). The platform offers a collection of shows, movies, and original series, along with live sportsand news.

Content can be viewed via an on-demand library or always-0n streaming channels broken down by genres and franchises.

Peaco*ck's catalog includes a mix of Universal films and NBC shows, like "Monkey Man" and "Parks and Recreation." Original series and movies are also available, including hit shows like "Ted," "The Traitors," "Poker Face," and "Twisted Metal."

For detailed impressions, you can read our full Peaco*ck review.

How much does Peaco*ck Premium cost?

Peaco*ck Premium costs $8 a month or $80 annually for ad-supported streaming. To watch without ads, you need to upgrade to a Peaco*ck Premium Plus plan, which costs $14 a month or $140 a year.

Current Peaco*ck pricing is the result of a cost increase that went into effect on July 18. Members who signed up before the price hike will start paying the adjusted rates on their next billing cycle on or after August 17. With this increase, Peaco*ck's monthly pricing now matches that of Disney Plus.

Both Peaco*ck plans offer access to the service's entire lineup, including new original series, exclusive content from NBC shows and WWE Network, live sports like Sunday Night Football, and next-day streaming support for many NBC shows airing on TV. In addition, Peaco*ck Premium Plus also includes download support and livestreaming access to your local NBC station.

Do Instacart members get Peaco*ck?

Instacart Plus members get Peaco*ck Premium included with their membership. The grocery delivery service added Peaco*ck Premium as a sweet extra benefit as of November 2023, meaning that members can now get free access to ad-supported streaming in addition to unlimited free delivery and more. Instacart Plus costs $10 a month or $100 a year.

Where can I sign up for Peaco*ck?

You can sign up for a Premium or Premium Plus subscription right now through the Peaco*ck website.

Where can I watch Peaco*ck?

Peaco*ck's streaming app is available on all the best TVs from every major brand, as well as iOS and Android mobile devices, Roku, Apple TV, Android TV, Google TV, Fire TV, Xbox One, PlayStation, Chromecast, Xfinity, and Flex devices. Check out our guide to the best streaming devices for our top media player picks.

The service is also available through its official website. You can browse a full list of supported devices here.

Is Peaco*ck free?

Peaco*ck originally offered a free entry-level plan, but that option is no longer available to new subscribers. However, members who signed up for the free plan before February 2023 can still access select content without paying for a subscription.

Peaco*ck's free plan has around 10,000 hours of ad-supported movies and TV shows, but you can get access to a lot more by upgrading to a Peaco*ck Premium plan.

Peaco*ck Premium usually costs money, but if you subscribe to Xfinity internet or TV, you might be able to get it for free. Current Xfinity Internet customers with gigabit speeds or those who are Diamond or Platinum Rewards members can get Peaco*ck Premium for free. Likewise, Now TV customers can also get Peaco*ck Premium for no extra charge.

Instacart Plus members also get Peaco*ck Premium included with their subscription for free. This addition to the service became available to members in November 2023.

Is Peaco*ck streaming the 2024 Olympics?

Yes, Peaco*ck is the streaming home of the 2024 Paris Olympics. Members can watch every event live on the service, starting with the Opening Ceremony on July 26. You can learn more in our complete guide detailing how to watch the 2024 Olympics.

What shows and movies are on Peaco*ck?

Peaco*ck Premium and Premium Plus plans both feature more than 80,000 hours worth of on-demand TV and movies. Peaco*ck Premium Plus also lets you livestream your local NBC network.

All paying subscribers can stream classic shows like "The Office," "Law & Order," and "Parks and Recreation." Peaco*ck users can also access new episodes of ongoing NBC and Bravo shows the day after they air. Daily broadcasts from NBC News and MSNBC stream on Peaco*ck as well, along with new episodes of "Days of Our Lives."

New Universal movies also arrive on Peaco*ck after they play in theaters. Some notable movies on Peaco*ck right now include the horror flick "Abigail" and the action film "Monkey Man." However, it's important to note that while new Universal films typically hit Peaco*ck first, they only remain on the service for a few months before arriving on other subscription platforms, like Prime Video.

Outside NBCUniversal content, Peaco*ck has select movies and series licensed from other studios, including a rotating selection of films like "Harry Potter" and "Red" from Warner Brothers. The service also has past seasons of the hit Paramount series "Yellowstone."

Peaco*ck subscribers are also able to watch original shows and movies. Some popular Peaco*ck exclusives include:

• "Those About to Die"
• "Apples Never Fall"
• "Ted"
• "The Traitors"
• "Twisted Metal"
• "Based on a True Story"
• "Bel-Air"
• "Hart to Heart"
• "Bupkis"
• "Poker Face"
• "They/Them"
• "Dr. Death"
• "The Resort"
• "Paul T. Goldman"
• "One of Us Is Lying"
• "Vampire Academy"
• "Rutherford Falls"
• "Angelyne"
• "Would It Kill You To Laugh?"
• "Queer as Folk"
• "Everything I Know About Love"

Peaco*ck has live sports, too, including Sunday Night Football during the NFL season, matches from the Premier League, Major League Baseball games, and WWE events.