Yes, you can watch the Today Show on Peacock, but only certain parts of it
The Today Show airs live on NBC every weekday morning from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. Eastern time. Peacock streams the full live broadcast during those hours if you have a Peacock Premium subscription (the paid tier, not the free version). You can also watch clips, segments, and full episodes on demand after they air, which are available to both Premium and Premium Plus subscribers.
The catch is timing: you cannot watch the live broadcast on Peacock with a free Peacock account. If you want to catch Today live, you need either a Peacock Premium subscription or a cable login through the NBC app or website. On-demand clips and episodes are more flexible — some are free to all Peacock users, while others require a Premium subscription.
Key Takeaways
- Live Today Show broadcasts are available on Peacock only with a Premium subscription; free Peacock accounts cannot stream the live show.
- On-demand clips and full episodes are available through Peacock, with some free and some requiring Premium access.
- You can also watch Today live through the NBC app or website if you sign in with a cable provider account.
- Peacock Premium costs around $5.99 per month with ads or $11.99 per month without ads, though prices may vary by region.
What you get with Peacock Premium for Today Show content
A Peacock Premium subscription gives you access to the live Today Show stream during broadcast hours and a library of on-demand episodes and segments. You can rewatch full episodes from the past week or longer, depending on what NBC makes available. Segments — interviews, cooking spots, travel features — are often posted individually within hours of airing, so you can find what you want without watching the entire three-hour broadcast.
Premium Plus, the higher tier at $11.99 per month, includes everything Premium has plus the ability to read episodes to watch offline. For Today Show viewing specifically, the main difference is that Premium Plus removes ads from the stream, while Premium includes ads. Both tiers let you stream on multiple devices at the same time.
How to find Today Show content on Peacock
Open the Peacock app or website and search for "Today" in the search bar. The results will show you the live stream (if it is currently airing and you have Premium), recent full episodes, and individual clips. You can also browse by category — look for "NBC" or "News" sections, where Today Show content is organized.
Peacock updates the on-demand library regularly, so older episodes may disappear after a certain period. If you want to watch a specific episode or segment, search for it by date or topic rather than scrolling. Bookmarking or saving episodes to your watchlist helps you find them later without searching again.
Free alternatives if you do not have Peacock Premium
The NBC website and NBC app both stream the Today Show live if you log in with a cable provider account (Comcast, Verizon, Charter, and others). This is free if you already pay for cable, and it does not require a Peacock subscription. The NBC app is available on phones, tablets, and streaming devices.
YouTube also hosts clips from Today — NBC uploads segments regularly, and you can watch them free without any subscription. These are usually shorter clips rather than full episodes, but they cover the most popular stories and interviews from each day. If you only want to catch specific segments, YouTube is often faster than searching Peacock.
Watching Today on other devices
Peacock works on phones, tablets, computers, and streaming devices like Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and Google TV. read the Peacock app from your device's app store, sign in with your Peacock account, and search for Today. The live stream and on-demand episodes work the same way across all devices, though the app interface may look slightly different depending on your device type.
If you are using a streaming device connected to your TV, make sure your internet connection is stable — live streams require a steady connection to avoid buffering. For the best picture quality, Peacock streams in up to 4K on supported devices, though most Today Show broadcasts are in standard HD.
What to know about Peacock's content availability
Peacock's library of on-demand Today episodes changes regularly. NBC typically keeps recent episodes available for a week or two, with some older content staying longer. If you want to watch an episode from several weeks ago, it may no longer be on Peacock — in that case, YouTube clips or the NBC website may have what you are looking for.
Peacock occasionally removes content due to licensing agreements or NBC's own decisions about what to keep available. If you find an episode you want to watch later, save it to your watchlist right away rather than assuming it will still be there in a few days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch Today live on Peacock with a free account?
No. The live broadcast requires a Peacock Premium subscription. Free Peacock accounts can watch some on-demand clips and episodes, but not the live stream. If you have a cable login, you can watch Today live through the NBC app or website instead.
How much does Peacock Premium cost?
Peacock Premium is around $5.99 per month with ads or $11.99 per month without ads. Premium Plus (ad-free with offline downloads) costs around $11.99 per month. Prices may vary by region or if you bundle it with other services. Check Peacock's website for current pricing in your area.
Can I read Today episodes to watch offline?
Only with Peacock Premium Plus. The Premium tier lets you stream on demand but not read. Premium Plus includes offline downloads, so you can save episodes and watch them without an internet connection.
Is Today available on Peacock the same day it airs?
Yes. Clips and segments usually appear on Peacock within hours of airing. Full episodes are typically available on demand the same day or the next day, depending on when NBC uploads them.
What if I have cable but no Peacock subscription?
You can watch Today live through the NBC app or NBC.com by signing in with your cable provider account. This is free if you already pay for cable and does not require a separate Peacock subscription.