How to watch movies TV online free

The spread of broadband Internet is changing the way we watch TV and movies. A lot of people are cutting the cable company cord or dropping that satellite service in favor of online streaming. If you've been wondering where you can find movies and TV shows to watch for free online without breaking the law, then we've got you covered.

Below is a compilation of seven services where you'll find everything from older films or B-movies to documentaries, cult classics, and more popular mainstream releases from the big and small screen. We also have a few honorable mentions covering traditional TV networks that are streaming their content online as well as popular paid online streaming alternatives.

YouTube

Over 6 billion hours of video are watched on YouTube every single month. Most of them are music and funny videos, but you can find free full length movies and TV shows on there as well. The vast majority are older films or B-movies, but you'll discover the odd gem if you look hard enough. Videos may be split into multiple chapters, and you'll have to put up with ads.

Hulu

You can find an impressive selection of TV shows and movies on Hulu for free, and the content is supported by ads. Hulu is backed by NBC Universal, Fox, and Disney, and it has struck agreements with a wide variety of networks and partners.

There is also an optional subscription service called Hulu Plus ($7.99 per month) which offers a much wider library of content and support for mobile devices, although it