DIRECT TV Channels and Programming

Get over 160 full-time HD channnels with more than 30 new channels coming soon. DIRECT TV's HD is of the highest quality and they carry the most movies in 1080p HD (same crispness as Blu-Ray). For a limited time, DIRECT TV is offering free HD for life to new customers, so if you're a high-definition buff, it's a good time to switch.

Local Channels - Provided it's available in your area, every DIRECT TV package now comes with a 100% free local channel package (ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, etc). Get local news, sports, and more all in HD digital quality.

Sports Programming - As discussed in our dish network vs direct tv comparison, DIRECT TV is at the cutting edge with the number and quality of sports channels (including being the only satellite provider offering the NFL Sunday Ticket and MLB EXTRA INNINGS).

Premium Movies - With free HBO, SHOWTIME, CINEMAX and STARZ on most packages, many customers actually end up saving as they catch movies soon after they're out of theaters, instead of forking over $12 for a ticket. And if you're a fan of one of the original premium cable series (Boardwalk Empire, True Blood, How to make it in America, Dexter, Homeland, Weeds, etc.), you'll get the very most out of your entertainment dollar.

International Programming - DIRECT TV has you covered with a variety of foreign-language packages: Spanish (DIRECT TV PARA TODOS), Vietnamese (VietnameseDirect), Bangla (BanglaDirect), Hindi (HindiDirect), Italian (ItalianDirect), Chinese (Phoenix TV), Cantonese/Mandarin (Jade World) and much more. Most of these channels feature fully-comprehensive, locally-immersive channels, not just simple dubbing or subtitles - you'll have hours of relevant, entertaining programming right at your fingertips.