Peacock Premium does not carry the Super Bowl
Peacock Premium does not broadcast the Super Bowl. NBC owns the rights to air the Super Bowl in certain years, and when NBC has those rights, the game streams on Peacock—but you do not need a Peacock subscription to watch it. The Super Bowl broadcast on NBC's platform is always free to watch, even if you do not pay for Peacock Premium.
The Super Bowl broadcasting rights rotate among networks. In 2024, CBS held the rights. In 2025, Fox will broadcast it. NBC will have the Super Bowl again in 2026. When NBC's turn comes, the game will be available free on Peacock, on the NBC website, and on the NBC app—no paid subscription required.
If you want to watch the Super Bowl on a year when NBC does not have it, you will need to use whichever network is broadcasting that year, or find a streaming option through that network's own service.
Key Takeaways
- Peacock Premium does not include Super Bowl access because the game is broadcast free on NBC in years when NBC holds the rights.
- Super Bowl broadcasting rights rotate among CBS, Fox, and NBC on a three-year cycle, so the network changes most years.
- When NBC broadcasts the Super Bowl, you can watch it free on Peacock, the NBC website, or the NBC app without paying for Premium.
- In years when CBS or Fox has the Super Bowl, you will need to watch through that network's streaming service or cable broadcast.
Which network broadcasts the Super Bowl each year
The Super Bowl rotates among three networks: CBS, Fox, and NBC. Each network holds the rights for one year, then the rights move to the next network in the cycle. This means the Super Bowl is on a different channel almost every year.
CBS broadcast the Super Bowl in 2024. Fox will broadcast it in 2025. NBC will have it in 2026. After NBC, the cycle repeats: CBS in 2027, Fox in 2028, and so on. If you want to know which network is broadcasting a specific year's Super Bowl, check the NFL's official schedule or search for "Super Bowl [year] channel" a few weeks before the game.
How to watch the Super Bowl free on NBC and Peacock
When NBC broadcasts the Super Bowl, the game streams free on Peacock without requiring a Premium subscription. You can watch it on the Peacock app, on Peacock's website, or on the NBC app and NBC.com. You will need to create a free Peacock account to watch, but you do not pay anything.
The free stream on Peacock is the same broadcast as the one on NBC television. You get the same announcers, commercials, and halftime show. The only difference is that you are watching on a streaming platform instead of cable or an antenna.
To watch on Peacock, read the app or go to peacocktv.com, sign in with a free account, and search for the Super Bowl. The game will appear in the app's main feed or in the sports section a few days before kickoff. You can also watch on NBC.com or the NBC app using the same free account.
Watching the Super Bowl on CBS or Fox
In years when CBS or Fox broadcasts the Super Bowl, you have several options. You can watch on cable or an antenna if you have access to either. You can also stream through the network's own app or website, though some networks require you to sign in with a cable provider account to stream.
CBS offers Super Bowl streaming on Paramount+ (the network's paid streaming service) and on CBS.com. Fox streams the Super Bowl on the Fox app and Fox.com, though you may need to sign in with a cable provider. If you do not have cable, check whether your local library offers free streaming access to these services, or ask whether the network is offering a free streaming option for that year's game.
Super Bowl streaming on other platforms
Some years, the Super Bowl is also available on other streaming services. For example, in 2023, the Super Bowl was on CBS and also streamed on Paramount+. In 2024, it was on CBS and available through Paramount+. These arrangements change year to year depending on which network holds the rights and what streaming deals they have made.
If you have a subscription to a streaming service and want to know whether the Super Bowl will be on it, check the service's website or app a few weeks before the game. The network broadcasting that year will announce where the game will stream.
What Peacock Premium does include
Peacock Premium is a paid subscription service that gives you access to thousands of movies, TV shows, and sports events—but not the Super Bowl in the way most people think of it. Peacock Premium includes access to other NBC sports broadcasts, including some NFL games during the regular season, playoff games, and other sporting events.
If you subscribe to Peacock Premium for other content and the Super Bowl happens to be on NBC that year, you can watch it through your Premium account. But you do not need Premium to watch the Super Bowl on NBC, because NBC broadcasts it free to everyone.
Planning ahead for Super Bowl viewing
The easiest way to know where to watch the Super Bowl is to check which network is broadcasting it that year. You can find this information on the NFL's official website, on ESPN, or by searching "Super Bowl [year] channel" a few weeks before the game. Once you know the network, you will know where to stream it.
If you know you want to watch on a streaming platform and you do not have cable, plan ahead. If NBC is broadcasting, you can watch free on Peacock. If CBS is broadcasting, you may want to sign up for a free trial of Paramount+ or check whether your cable provider offers streaming access. If Fox is broadcasting, the Fox app may let you watch with a cable login, or Fox may offer a free streaming option that year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch the Super Bowl on Peacock Premium right now?
It depends on the year. If NBC is broadcasting the Super Bowl that year, yes—but you do not need Premium. The game streams free on Peacock to all users. If CBS or Fox is broadcasting, the Super Bowl will not be on Peacock at all.
Do I need a cable login to watch the Super Bowl on Peacock?
No. When NBC broadcasts the Super Bowl, it streams free on Peacock without requiring a cable login. You only need a free Peacock account. This is different from some other NBC broadcasts, which may require cable authentication.
What if I do not have internet fast enough to stream the Super Bowl?
If you have cable or an antenna, you can watch the Super Bowl on television the traditional way. If you do not have cable, check whether a friend, family member, or local business (like a bar or restaurant) is showing the game. Many public libraries also have viewing events during the Super Bowl.
Can I watch the Super Bowl on Peacock outside the United States?
Peacock is only available in the United States. If you are outside the US, you will need to check what streaming services carry the Super Bowl in your country, as broadcasting rights vary by region.
Will Peacock Premium ever include the Super Bowl as a benefit?
Peacock Premium already includes Super Bowl access in years when NBC broadcasts it, but as a free stream rather than an exclusive Premium feature. NBC makes the Super Bowl free to all viewers because it is a major cultural event. This is unlikely to change.