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Philo Launches Six New Channels From MSG, AMC, Shudder, More

Philo Launches Six New Channels From MSG, AMC, Shudder, More

The skinny bundle streamer is adding channels from AMC Networks, WE tv, TV One, and Weigel Broadcasting.

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Matt Tamanini is the News Editor at The Streamable, where he oversees daily news coverage and editorial strategy, with a particular focus on breaking stories, streaming comparisons, and major industry events. A well-rounded journalist with a diverse background, Matt joined The Streamable in 2022 after holding key editorial roles at several high-profile outlets. He has an extensive career in sports and entertainment journalism, having served as a senior editor for BroadwayWorld, the world’s largest theater website, and as managing editor for Land-Grant Holy Land, which covers Ohio State sports.
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With a background in sports and entertainment reporting, he’s covered everything from Broadway to college football. He cut the cord in 2014 and has a sharp eye for streaming trends and a soft spot for Hallmark movies.
With a background in sports and entertainment reporting, he’s covered everything from Broadway to college football. He cut the cord in 2014 and has a sharp eye for streaming trends and a soft spot for Hallmark movies.

Whether you are in search of sports, scares, or something in between, customers of the live TV streaming skinny bundle Philo have even more options. The streamer has added five new free channels to its lineup that include programming from MSG, Shudder, TV One, and more. Philo has also added Dabl to its base package lineup. The channel highlights African American comedies and characters with some of the most iconic Black sitcoms of all time.

  • Philo is adding five free channels and one channel to its base package.
  • The additions focus on sports, horror, Black-focused sitcoms, true crime, and hip-hop royalty.
  • The new channels join a collection of more than 70 free channels and another 70 channels on Philo’s base plan.

Philo has added five new channels to its lineup of free offerings, Overtime, Scares by Shudder, MSG SportsZone, Growing Up Hip Hop WE tv, and TV One Crime & Justice. Overtime and MSG SportsZone allow sports fans to dive deeper into their favorite teams and athletes while Scares by Shudder highlights some of the most spin-tingling titles from the horror outlet. The Growing Up Hip Hop channel opens the archives of the iconic reality series to focus on the children of legendary hip-hop artists. Overtime, MSG SportsZone, Scares by Shudder, and Growing Up Hip Hop WE tv are all owned by AMC Networks.

TV One Crime & Justice programs around-the-clock titles focusing on real-life true crime stories. Finally, Dabl is designed to be a lean-back, bingeable experience for viewers, airing back-to-back episodes of some of the most popular comedies in TV history.

In addition to the half-dozen new channels arriving on Philo, the streamer is also moving [BBC News] to the “Free Channels” section of its guide. All of the new channels have already been added to the platform that includes more than 70 channels on its base plan as well as over 70 free channels. All of these streaming options come at one of the cheapest prices in streaming. After a one-week free trial, Philo costs just $25 per month.

What Are the New Channels on Philo?

  • Overtime: Overtime is the leading brand for the next generation of sports fans. They tell the stories of today’s star athletes — and the stars of tomorrow – both on and off the court.

  • Scares by Shudder: Brace yourself for a good scare. Tune into endless, edge-of-your-seat programming with Scares by Shudder. Featuring a curated selection of horrors, thrillers, and the supernatural.

  • MSG SportsZone: Take a deeper dive into the players, personalities, teams, and sports you love. MSG SportsZone is the home for the sports super fan.

  • Growing Up Hip Hop WE tv: Family. Fame. Fortune. The next generation of hip-hop royalty must overcome secrets and scandals on their way to glory and riches.

  • TV One Crime & Justice: Gripping original movies and series based on true stories ripped from the headlines.

  • Dabl: A fresh and exciting television destination featuring audience-favorite African American comedies and characters. It’s all about family, friends, and having fun. With daily comedy blocks, Dabl is designed for extended viewing and maximum audience engagement. The exciting and hilarious lineup includes Girlfriends, Moesha, The Parkers, The Game, Sister, Sister, Half & Half, One on One, and more to come.

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Philo

Philo is a live TV streaming service designed for entertainment lovers, offering flexible ways to watch without the high price of traditional TV bundles. The service now features two paid plans — Essential and Bundle+ — alongside its existing free streaming offering, giving customers a range of options depending on how much live and premium content they want.

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The Essential plan costs $25 per month and includes 70+ live TV channels focused on entertainment and lifestyle programming, such as AMC, HGTV, Hallmark Channel, Nickelodeon, and Food Network. Subscribers also get access to 120+ free streaming channels, more than 80,000 movies and shows on demand, and unlimited DVR with one-year storage. Essential also includes a 7-day free trial for new customers.

For viewers who want more premium content, Philo offers the Bundle+ plan for $33 per month (formerly the Philo Core plan). Bundle+ includes everything in Essential, plus ad-supported AMC+ and access to the HBO Max (Basic with Ads) app. Users can also access discovery+ content directly within the Philo app. While Bundle+ adds a full premium streaming bundle for just $8 more per month, it does not include a free trial.

The service is available on most major devices, including Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, smart TVs, mobile devices, and web browsers. In addition to its paid plans, Philo also offers a free ad-supported streaming experience, allowing users to explore content before deciding whether to upgrade to a live TV subscription.

While it doesn’t include local broadcast stations or sports networks like ESPN, FS1 or NBC Sports Network, Philo remains one of the most affordable live TV streaming options for entertainment-focused viewers. With a simple lineup, generous DVR storage, and a clear path from free streaming to live TV and premium bundles, Philo is an appealing choice for cord-cutters who want to keep costs down while still enjoying a wide range of popular programming.

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Matt Tamanini
Matt Tamanini is the News Editor at The Streamable, where he oversees daily news coverage and editorial strategy, with a particular focus on breaking stories, streaming comparisons, and major industry events. A well-rounded journalist with a diverse background, Matt joined The Streamable in 2022 after holding key editorial roles at several high-profile outlets. He has an extensive career in sports and entertainment journalism, having served as a senior editor for BroadwayWorld, the world’s largest theater website, and as managing editor for Land-Grant Holy Land, which covers Ohio State sports.
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