The 2026 Super Bowl is here, with the Seahawks and Patriots descending on Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara to fight for the Vince Lombardi trophy. We’ve put together everything you need to know about where to watch a Super Bowl live stream, including free and global options.
Today’s Super Bowl match-up might look familiar to some. It’s a repeat of the 2015 game, where the New England Patriots squeaked out a 28-24 win against the Seattle Seahawks after a snappy fourth quarter. The Seahawks, who have one title to their name, haven’t been to the Super Bowl since. However, the Pats made three more trips, two successfully, bringing their title count to a whopping six. They’re tied with the Pittsburgh Steelers for the most Super Bowl wins, and a victory tonight would make history.
This is the Patriots’ first trip to the big game without Brady and first time in the playoffs since 2021, bolstered by young quarterback Drake Maye and new head coach (and former Pats linebacker) Mike Vrabel. The Seahawks have also benefited from newer leadership. Head coach Mike Macdonald joined the team ahead of the 2024 season, and Seattle gained an extra asset this season with veteran quarterback Sam Darnold.
Whether you’re rooting for the Pats or Hawks (or you just want to watch Bad Bunny’s halftime show), we’ve got you covered. Keep reading to learn how to watch from around the world, including free streaming options.
Where to watch the Super Bowl in the US
Super Bowl LX airs on NBC in the US. There are several ways to live stream the game, but Peacock is our top recommendation. NBC and Peacock Super Bowl coverage will be available in 4K. Peacock is NBC’s direct streaming counterpart, and Super Bowl coverage is available through the service’s Premium and Premium Plus tiers.
Peacock Premium costs $11 a month and offers ad-supported on-demand content and select live sporting events, like the Super Bowl and the Olympics (check out our Winter Olympics streaming guide). Peacock Premium costs $17 a month and unlocks ad-free on-demand content and a 24/7 live stream of your local NBC station.
Peacock Premium (Monthly Plan)
Peacock is a convenient streaming source for hit NBC TV shows, Universal movies, and select sports like Sunday Night Football. The service also carries its own slate of original programming.
If you’re looking for something with a free trial, a live TV streaming service might be worth considering. You can check out our roundup of the best live TV streaming services, or explore our best overall cable alternative, DirecTV, below.
The month-to-month streaming service DirecTV carries NBC in several packages, including both signature plans and genre packs. The cheapest way to live stream NBC via DirecTV is through the MyNews genre pack, which costs $40 a month and carries around 10 channels. If you’re a sports fanatic, then the MySports genre pack might be a better fit. It costs $70 a month and includes 20 key sports channels, as well as ESPN Unlimited access. NBC is also available in the service’s signature plans, which start at $90 a month for an Entertainment subscription. All plans come with a five-day free trial for new customers.
DirecTV Subscription
Previously known as AT&T TV, DirecTV offers streaming access to a large selection of live channels, including most key networks typically found in traditional cable packages.
Where to watch the Super Bowl in Australia
7 will broadcast Super Bowl LX in Australia, which means that fans will be able to live stream the game through 7Plus. This is a free streaming platform, and viewers just need to create an account if they don’t already have one, and then they’re all set to start watching. Coverage will also be available through DAZN’s NFL Game Pass.
Where to watch the Super Bowl in the UK
Channel 5 will broadcast the Super Bowl for free in the UK, and viewers will be able to live stream the coverage. They just need to create an account if they don’t already have one, and then they’re all set to start streaming. UK Coverage will also be available through Sky Sports and the DAZN NFL Game Pass. DAZN’s Game Pass is a great option for British fans hoping to watch the US broadcast and ads.
How to watch the Super Bowl from anywhere
DAZN’s NFL Game Pass will offer comprehensive Super Bowl live streams for most regions outside the US and China. Several countries also typically offer free broadcasts, and we’ll keep this page updated as those emerge.
If you’re away from the UK or Australia and hoping to access the above free options, you can do so with the help of a VPN. Short for virtual private networks, VPNs are easy-to-use cybersecurity tools that let people alter the virtual location on their electronic devices. This way, their favorite websites and apps work from anywhere. They’re especially popular options among those traveling abroad and hoping to access their usual services or upgrade their online security and privacy.
NordVPN is one of the best services on the market, thanks to its fast speeds, extensive server selection, and cybersecurity features. Plus, it comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, so it’s no sweat if you find that it’s not what you’re looking for. You can learn more in our NordVPN review.
NordVPN Plan
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How long is the Super Bowl?
There’s no exact set length for the Super Bowl, but it usually wraps up by 10 p.m. ET, making it about a three-and-a-half-hour affair. Like regular-season games, the game is made up of four 15-minute quarters. In the event of a tie at the end of those 60 minutes (which is not as rare as you’d think, at least in recent years), the game will go another 15 minutes in overtime. The halftime break is usually around 25 to 30 minutes, and the halftime show typically lasts around 13 minutes.
Where can I watch the Super Bowl in 4K?
There are some great options to live stream the Super Bowl in 4K this year. In the US, NBC broadcasts will support 4K (available on the likes of DirecTV and Sling TV), and the Peacock app will also have a 4K feed.
Outside of the US, like in the UK, Dazn’s Ultimate NFL tier. has a dedicated 4K feed utilizing a US live stream that also includes all the Super Bowl commercials.
Who is performing at the Super Bowl?
Bad Bunny will headline the Super Bowl halftime show, which typically begins somewhere between 8 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. ET, although we recommend being on your couch by 8, just in case things get off to an early start. There will be plenty of musical performances before the game, too. Teddy Swims will headline the pre-game tailgate concert, which you can live stream on Peacock. Later, Green Day will perform. Charlie Puth will sing the National Anthem, Brandi Carlile will perform “America the Beautiful,” and Coco Jones will sing “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
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