Since 2002, Around the Horn has been a staple of ESPN and sports-debate television. In 23 seasons, the sports talk panel show has aired over 4,800 episodes in its daily 5:30 PM ET time slot, but today, the mute button will be pressed for the final time.
The long-running show will conclude with its 4,953rd episode from ESPN’s Seaport Studios in New York City, with host Tony Reali and its panelists debating the hot sports topics of the day. Reali, who took over as host from Max Kellerman in 2004, called the series’ longevity “a success story no matter how it ends,” saying he considers the ending a “sunset” rather than a cancellation in an interview with People.
For many sports fans, the ESPN “Happy Hour” of Around the Horn and Pardon the Interruption back-to-back is a certain nostalgia that will be missed. Over the show’s run, many debate shows have come and gone and along with PTI, it inspired present-day shows such as Get Up and First Take.
ATH’s influence is felt throughout sports media as it was a launchpad for some of the biggest names in the industry, similar to how Saturday Night Live is to actors. With a mix of veteran sportswriters and up-and-coming personalities, notable names to appear during the show’s run include Woody Paige, Mina Kimes, Pablo Torre, Bomani Jones, Adam Schefter, Elle Duncan, Jemele Hill, Bob Ryan, Jackie MacMullen, J.A. Adande, and Bill Plaschke.
Here’s how to watch today’s final episode of ATH.
When to Watch the Final Episode of Around the Horn
How to Watch Around the Horn Live Without Cable
ESPN and ESPNEWS will air the series finale of Around the Horn and cord cutters can watch on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, or any other compatible device, a subscription to a live TV streaming service like DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV.
Find out more about each streaming service, below.
Watch Around the Horn on DIRECTV
Stream ESPN and ESPNEWS on DIRECTV. The Entertainment package which includes over 90 live channels and in that lineup, you can stream ESPN for $86.99 per month. To unlock ESPNEWS, you’ll have to upgrade to the Choice package which includes over 125 channels for only $114.99 per month. For a limited time, you can get the DIRECTV Choice for only $59.99 for the first month. That’s $30 off the original price of $89.99 per month and you get $10 off the second and third months.
DIRECTV also offers a MySports package, a skinny bundle of over 20 sports-only channels, including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNEWS, ESPNU and in select markets ABC for $69.99 per month. The bundle also includes thousands of hours of live sports, exclusive content and more on ESPN+.
With DIRECTV, there are no contracts, no hidden fees, and each plan includes unlimited cloud DVR storage. New subscribers can take advantage of a 5-day free trial before subscribing, which allows you to live stream Around the Horn for free online.
Watch Around the Horn on Fubo
Fubo is noted for being a sports-oriented streaming service and it carries ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNEWS and ESPNU. The base plan is the Pro plan and it offers ABC, ESPN and ESPN2 in a packed lineup of over 200 live channels and 100+ sporting events for only $84.99 per month. Relive your favorite moments and rewatch your favorite shows with unlimited hours of Cloud DVR space.
Adding ESPNEWS is simple with the fubo Extra add-on for an additional $7.99 per month. Or you can upgrade to the Elite package of +280 channels for $94.99 per month
With Fubo, new subscribers can get a free trial and save $20 on the first month.
Stream Around the Horn on Sling TV
One of the most affordable ways to watch Around the Horn on ESPN is with Sling TV. The Sling Orange package is only $40 per month and it includes a lineup of over 30 channels with ESPN and ESPN2 featured.
To add ESPNU and ESPNEWS to the mix, you can add on Sports Extra for an additional $11 per month.
Never miss any of your favorite shows, movies, sports, or more with 50 hours of DVR storage included with each plan.
For a limited time, new subscribers can get half off of their first month.
Watch Around the Horn on Hulu + Live TV
Stream over 95 channels on Hulu + Live TV for $82.99 per month. Since Hulu + Live TV is a Disney-owned streaming platform, it is one of the most complete ways to watch Around the Horn on ESPN and ESPNEWS. The base plan offers the full lineup, plus unlimited access to the Hulu library, Disney+, and live sports on ESPN+ for no additional charge. Record your favorite shows and sporting events for up to 9 months with unlimited DVR storage.
New subscribers can try Hulu + Live TV for free for 5 days.
Watch Around the Horn on YouTube TV
YouTube TV packs a robust lineup of ESPN platforms, including Around the Horn on ESPN, and ESPNEWS in a base plan of 100+ channels for only $82.99 per month. The service includes unlimited DVR, and the ability to share 6 accounts per household.
Try YouTube TV for free and save $46 over two months when you sign up by July 31.