Arizona PBS is now free to stream for Prime Video viewers in the U.S.

Livestream of station’s primary channel now available on Prime Video, Hulu + Live TV, Local Now, YouTubeTV and the PBS App.

Arizona PBS is now streaming for Amazon Prime Video viewers in the Grand Canyon State. A new partnership between PBS and Amazon brings the station’s primary, high-definition broadcast channel, along with the 24/7 PBS KIDS channel, to Prime Video’s free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) offerings, which means viewers will be able to access the channels via the Prime Video app, web and Fire TV. This collaboration marks the first time PBS programming is available for free on a major streaming service, expanding access to high-quality educational content for people across Arizona.

Through this partnership, Arizona PBS viewers can enjoy their favorite local, national and children’s programs ad-free using Prime Video’s FAST channels. Non-Prime users can access this content for free under the “Watch for Free” section within Prime Video, ensuring the trusted and educational programming from Arizona PBS remains open and accessible to all.

“We’re excited to announce Arizonans can now stream our primary broadcast channel for free through Prime Video,” said the station’s general manager, Scott Woelfel. “In today’s ever-changing media landscape, providing Arizonans cross-platform access to our programming is crucial as we seek to better serve all who call the Grand Canyon State home.”

In November 2024, PBS and Amazon announced more than 150 local PBS stations and the PBS KIDS Channel would launch ad-free over the coming months as a Prime Video FAST offering. Additionally, PBS Distribution (PBSd), a leading distributor of public media content around the world, now offers two new FAST channels: PBS Drama and PBS Documentaries.

This launch marks a significant milestone for PBS in delivering a curated lineup of its high-quality programming from member stations to a broader FAST audience, particularly at a time when two in three U.S. viewers use a FAST platform.

This addition reflects Arizona PBS’ ongoing commitment to expanding digital access to its educational programming. As streaming habits continue to evolve, the launch of these FAST channels ensures Arizona PBS content can reach an even broader audience.

Alongside Prime Video, the station’s programming remains available through a variety of platforms, including the azpbs.org website, Hulu + Live TV, YouTubeTV, Local Now and in the PBS App. Additionally, Arizona PBS members have access to an extended library of public television programming with Arizona PBS Passport.