The Largest Free Streaming Service in the World
500,000+ ratings on Roku Channel Store
Tubi is the world's largest free, ad-supported streaming service, with over 50,000 movies and TV shows available at no cost. Owned by Fox Corporation, Tubi has grown into a legitimate streaming powerhouse that rivals paid services in terms of content volume. It's completely free with no subscription required — you just watch a few ads, similar to traditional TV.
Best For
Anyone who wants the largest possible selection of free movies and TV shows. Tubi is the first app you should install on any Roku.
Unlike most free streaming services that have a few hundred titles, Tubi has over 50,000 movies and TV shows — more content than Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+ combined. The library spans every genre imaginable: action, comedy, drama, horror, sci-fi, romance, documentary, foreign films, anime, and more.
Tubi is owned by Fox Corporation, which means it has real financial backing and genuine content licensing deals with major studios. You'll find content from Paramount, Lionsgate, MGM, and many other major studios on Tubi — not just obscure direct-to-video titles.
The ad experience on Tubi is reasonable. You'll see about 4-6 minutes of ads per hour of viewing — similar to traditional broadcast TV and much less than cable. Ads are clearly marked so you know when they're coming.
Tubi's strongest categories are:
Horror: Tubi has one of the best free horror libraries anywhere. From classic slasher films to modern supernatural horror to international horror, the selection is excellent.
Documentaries: An enormous documentary library covering true crime, nature, history, science, sports, and social issues. Many critically acclaimed documentaries are available for free on Tubi.
International Cinema: Tubi has a strong selection of foreign language films with English subtitles, including Korean, Japanese, Spanish, French, and Italian cinema.
Classic TV: Complete series runs of beloved classic TV shows are available on Tubi, including many shows that aren't available elsewhere for free.
Kids Content: Tubi has a dedicated Kids section with hundreds of family-friendly movies and TV shows, clearly separated from adult content.
Create a free account: While you don't need an account to watch, creating a free Tubi account lets you save watchlists, continue watching across devices, and get personalized recommendations.
Use the search function: Tubi's catalog is so large that browsing the home page only shows you a fraction of what's available. Use the search function to find specific titles or genres.
Check the New Arrivals section: Tubi adds new content every week. The New Arrivals section is the best place to find recently added titles.
Explore the genre categories: Tubi has detailed genre categories including sub-genres like 'Psychological Thrillers,' 'Cozy Mysteries,' and 'Foreign Horror.' Exploring these categories is a great way to discover content you wouldn't find otherwise.
Use JustWatch: The free website JustWatch.com lets you search for any movie and see if it's available on Tubi. This is the fastest way to check if a specific title is on Tubi.
Yes, Tubi is completely free. You watch ads (about 4-6 minutes per hour) instead of paying a subscription fee. No credit card required.
No. You can start watching immediately without creating an account. An account is only needed if you want to save watchlists or continue watching across devices.
No, Tubi currently streams in up to 1080p HD. There is no 4K content on Tubi.
Tubi typically shows about 4-6 minutes of ads per hour — similar to broadcast TV. Ads are clearly marked before they play.
Tubi has a dedicated Kids section with age-appropriate content. However, Tubi also has mature content, so parental supervision is recommended for young children using the main app.
It's completely free. No credit card, no commitment.