Dancing with the Stars is available on YouTube TV if your local ABC channel is included in your package
Whether you can watch Dancing with the Stars on YouTube TV depends on two things: whether ABC is available in your area, and which YouTube TV plan you have. The show airs on ABC, so you need that channel in your lineup. YouTube TV includes ABC in most markets, but not all—and the channel availability can vary by location and change over time.
To learn about ABC is available to you right now, open YouTube TV, go to your account settings, and check your channel list. Search for "ABC" in the guide. If it appears, you can watch Dancing with the Stars live when it airs, or record it to your library to watch later. If ABC does not show up, it is not currently available in your service area.
Key Takeaways
- ABC must be in your YouTube TV channel lineup for your location—availability varies by area and is not may provide in every market.
- You can watch Dancing with the Stars live on ABC when it airs, or use YouTube TV's cloud DVR to record episodes and watch them later.
- YouTube TV's cloud DVR stores recordings for nine months at no extra cost, so you do not need to plan around broadcast times.
- If ABC is not available in your area, you may be able to stream the show through the official ABC app or ABC.com if you have a cable or streaming login.
How to find ABC in your YouTube TV channel list
Open the YouTube TV app or website and sign in to your account. On the home screen, look at the channel guide or search for "ABC" using the search function at the top. If ABC appears in the results, it is available in your service area. Click on it to see the current schedule and upcoming episodes of Dancing with the Stars.
If you do not see ABC, your location does not currently have access to it through YouTube TV. This can happen in smaller markets or areas where YouTube TV has not yet secured local broadcast rights. You can check back periodically, as channel availability does change, but there is no way to force ABC to appear if it is not in your lineup.
Recording episodes with YouTube TV's cloud DVR
YouTube TV includes unlimited cloud DVR storage at no extra charge. When you find Dancing with the Stars in the guide, click the record button (usually a circle icon) next to the episode or the series name. The episode will record automatically when it airs, and you can watch it anytime within nine months.
To access your recordings, go to the "Library" section of YouTube TV. Your recorded episodes will appear there organized by show name. You can delete recordings whenever you want to free up space, though YouTube TV does not limit how many shows you can record at once. This is useful if you cannot watch the show live on Tuesday nights when it typically airs.
What to do if ABC is not available in your area
If ABC does not appear in your YouTube TV channel list, you have a few other options. The official ABC app and ABC.com both stream Dancing with the Stars episodes, but they require you to sign in with a cable or streaming service login—YouTube TV counts as a valid login for this purpose. If you have YouTube TV but ABC is not in your package, this route will not work.
You can also check whether ABC is available through other streaming services in your area. Hulu with Live TV, for example, includes ABC in most markets. Some cable providers still offer ABC through their own apps or websites. The fastest way to find out what is available to you is to search "watch ABC [your city]" online, which will show you the current options in your location.
Understanding YouTube TV's local channel coverage
YouTube TV carries local ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox stations in most major cities and many smaller markets, but coverage is not universal. YouTube TV negotiates with each local broadcaster separately, so availability depends on where you live and whether YouTube TV has a current agreement with your local ABC affiliate.
You can see exactly which local channels are available before you sign up by entering your zip code on YouTube TV's website. If you already subscribe, your account settings show which local channels are in your package. If ABC is missing and you want it, contact YouTube TV support to ask whether it is expected to be added to your area in the future—they cannot force it, but they can tell you the status.
Live versus on-demand viewing
Dancing with the Stars typically airs live on ABC on Tuesday nights during its season. If you watch live through YouTube TV, you see it at the same time as cable viewers. If you record it or watch a replay, you can start watching anytime after the episode finishes airing.
Some episodes may also be available on-demand through the ABC app or Hulu (with a separate Hulu subscription), but YouTube TV's cloud DVR is usually the simplest option if you have ABC in your package. You record it once and it stays in your library for nine months without taking up space on your device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch Dancing with the Stars live on YouTube TV if I am out of the country?
No. YouTube TV is only available in the United States, and the service will not work if you are outside U.S. borders. If you travel internationally, you will not be able to access YouTube TV or watch the show through it until you return.
Do I need a separate subscription to watch Dancing with the Stars on YouTube TV?
No. If ABC is in your YouTube TV package, Dancing with the Stars is included with your regular subscription at no extra cost. Recording episodes also costs nothing—cloud DVR is built into all YouTube TV plans.
How long can I keep recorded episodes in my YouTube TV library?
Recorded episodes stay in your library for nine months from the air date. After nine months, they are automatically deleted. If you want to keep an episode longer, you would need to watch it before the nine-month window closes or find it through another source like the ABC app or Hulu.
What if my YouTube TV package includes ABC but the show does not appear in the guide?
This usually means the show is not airing that week or the guide has not updated yet. Refresh your YouTube TV app or browser, or check the ABC channel directly to see the current schedule. Dancing with the Stars takes breaks between seasons, so it may not air year-round.
Can I share my YouTube TV login to watch Dancing with the Stars on the ABC app?
Yes. If you have YouTube TV, you can sign into the ABC app or ABC.com using your YouTube TV credentials. This lets you stream Dancing with the Stars on your phone or computer even if you are not using the YouTube TV app itself.