Philo’s the Most Affordable Way to Watch Your Favorite Shows LIVE!

Philo’s the Most Affordable Way to Watch Your Favorite Shows LIVE!

By Michael Monson 5 min read January 16, 2026

Looking for the most affordable way to watch RuPaul’s Drag Race and other popular MTV, BET, Comedy Central, and VH1 shows live? Then look no further than Philo! Starting at just $33/month* (when you sign up at philo.tv), you can enjoy new episodes of the shows you just can’t miss, as soon as they air.

And if you sign up today at philo.tv, we’ll take $8 off your first month! That’s more than 70 top-rated live channels (including AMC, A&E, Hallmark Channel, Lifetime, and more) plus 120+ additional free channels, AND access to the HBO Max Basic with Ads plan, AMC+, and discovery+—all for just $25*! 

Can’t watch the shows you love live? No problem! Philo includes an unlimited DVR that lets you save and record ALL your favorite shows and movies so you can rewatch them for up to a year. The best part? You can skip the ads on all recorded content!

So what are you waiting for? Sign up today and start streaming the LIVE TV you love, for less!

 

rupaul's drag race

RuPaul’s Drag Race (Fridays at 8/7c)

In dark times… let there be drag! RuPaul serves as host, judge, and mentor in this reality competition series that crowns America’s Next Drag Superstar.

Watch RuPaul’s Drag Race on MTV with Philo.

 

Tyler Perry's Sistas

Tyler Perry’s Sistas (Wednesdays at 9/8c)

Written, directed, and executive produced by Tyler Perry, “Sistas” follows a group of single black women as they navigate the ups and downs of modern life, including careers, friendships, romances, and even social media. 

Watch Tyler Perry’s Sistas on BET with Philo.

 

caught in the act: unfaithful

Caught in the Act: Unfaithful (Tuesdays at 8/7c)

Host Tami Roman is on a mission to empower suspicious lovers to catch their cheating partners in the act.

Watch Caught in the Act: Unfaithful on MTV with Philo.

 

The Daily Show

The Daily Show (Weekdays at 11/10c)

A satirical look at news, trends, pop culture, current events, politics, sports, and entertainment.

Watch The Daily Show on Comedy Central with Philo.

 

love & hip hop atlanta

Love & Hip Hop Atlanta (returns February 17th)

Atlanta’s hip-hop scene may be serious business, but the real entertainment goes down outside the recording booth on this reality series following the city’s brightest stars. 

Watch Love & Hip Hop Atlanta on MTV with Philo.

 

tyler perry's house of payne

Tyler Perry’s House of Payne (returns February 4th)

A multi-generational, working-class family experiencing life’s struggles with faith, love, and humor.

Watch Tyler Perry’s House of Payne on BET with Philo.

 

Tyler Perry's Assisted Living key art on BET with Philo

Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living (returns February 4th)

After losing his job, Jeremy decides to move to the backwoods of Georgia to help his grandfather, who has purchased a rundown home for the elderly.

Watch Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living on BET with Philo.

 

Looking for more great TV? Philo’s Core plan also includes:

  • More than 70 top-rated live channels (including AMC, A&E, Hallmark Channel, Lifetime, and more!) plus 120+ additional free channels.
  • Access to both the HBO Max Basic with Ads plan and discovery+ at no additional cost (accessed through their respective apps).
  • An unlimited cloud DVR that lets you save all your favorite shows and movies for up to a year—letting you skip the ads on everything you’ve got recorded!
  • The entire AMC+ library of hit originals, blockbuster movies, and classics—available in the Philo app (at no additional cost).
  • Over 85,000 movies and shows on demand!

*Pay $25 for your first month of Philo Core, then just $33/mo after (plus tax, if applicable). New users only. Terms apply. Cancel anytime.