Roku significantly expanded its free streaming offerings in February 2026 by adding a total of 17 new ad-supported channels available through The Roku Channel on Roku players and Roku TVs. This addition enhances the platform’s already extensive library of free content, providing viewers with diverse programming options across genres such as classic sitcoms, animated series, sports, action films, comedy, news, and lifestyle content without requiring any subscription fees.
The updates occurred in phases throughout the month. Early in February, Roku rolled out nine new dedicated channels, focusing on popular nostalgic and entertainment programming. These include dedicated streams for The Bernie Mac Show, featuring the comedian’s family-oriented sitcom from the early 2000s; Felicity, the late-1990s coming-of-age drama following a young woman’s college experiences; Blossom, the 1990s teen sitcom centered on family dynamics and personal growth; Cougar Town, the lighthearted series about middle-aged friendships and romance; America’s Funniest Home Videos, showcasing humorous user-submitted clips; Pokémon, delivering episodes and adventures from the long-running animated franchise; MeatEaters, a hunting and outdoor lifestyle program; FuelTV, dedicated to action sports and extreme activities; and Willow Sports, offering live and on-demand coverage of international cricket matches along with related highlights and analysis.
Later in the month, Roku added five more channels to further broaden its appeal, particularly toward international, wellness, and Spanish-language audiences. These include CNN Xpress (also referred to as CNN Express), a fast-paced news feed providing condensed headlines, breaking stories, and quick updates; Filmed Comedia (or Filmex Comedia), specializing in a continuous lineup of comedy films with a Latin American influence, ranging from rom-coms to classic humorous features; Filmex Accion (or Filmex Accion), focused on non-stop action cinema; SobreVivi (likely a wellness or sobriety-focused channel, possibly stylized as Sober IVvi), offering content related to recovery, healthy living, and motivational programming; and additional regional options like Telemundo Puerto Rico for Spanish-language entertainment and news from the island, Vas No Vas USA for game shows or competition formats, and Multi Camaras for multi-camera sitcom-style content.
Here is a bulleted list of all the new free channels added by Roku in February:
- CTV News
- Filmed Comedia
- SobreVivi
- Filmex Accion
- CNN Xpress
- The Bernie Mac Show
- Felicity
- America’s Funniest Home Videos
- Pokemon
- Blossom
- Cougar Town
- MeatEaters
- FuelTV
- Telemundo Puerto Rico
- Vas No Vas USA
- Willow Sports
- Multi Camaras
This February expansion brings the total to 17 new free channels, aligning with Roku’s strategy to grow its free ad-supported free streaming television options amid increasing demand for no-cost viewing alternatives. The additions make classic favorites from past decades readily accessible alongside niche sports, international news, and culturally specific entertainment. Viewers can access these channels directly through The Roku Channel interface, where they stream continuously with periodic advertisements supporting the free model.
With hundreds of live and on-demand options already available, these 17 new channels contribute to a richer experience for families, nostalgia enthusiasts, sports fans, and global audiences. Users are encouraged to check their Roku devices for the latest updates, as the platform frequently refreshes its lineup to keep offerings fresh and engaging. This move reflects broader industry trends toward accessible, diverse streaming that prioritizes viewer choice in an evolving media landscape.
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