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Back by popular demand! DirecTV’s can’t-miss streaming discounts are back again, but for a limited time only. Starting on Friday (Aug. 1), new subscribers can join the streaming platform for just $49.99/month for the first month, which saves you $35 from the original price.

What Channels Does DirecTV Offer?

Not familiar with DirecTV? It’s a great choice for live television, especially when you consider everything it offers and the convenience of watching live TV without cable cords. The streaming deal, which arrives just in time for NFL season, college football season and the fall TV lineup, cuts the price on DirecTV’s Entertainment package by 41%, regularly $84.99 per month after a free trial for five days. However, the limited offer ends on Sept. 30.

DirecTV’s most affordable streaming plan includes 90+ channels such as ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, CNN, Fox, Bravo, Lifetime, Nickelodeon, TLC, Hallmark Channel, HGTV, HLN, ID Network, IFC, Paramount Network, Syfy, TBS, TNT, E!, BET, MTV, VH1, OWN, WEtv, FX, AMC, Food Network, C-Span, NBC, CBS, ABC and Fox.

If you’re a sports fan, DirecTV allows you to stream the WNBA, NBA, WWE, MLB, soccer and other games and major sporting events.

Which DirecTV Streaming Package Should I Choose?

DirecTV offers a handful streaming plans, and luckily, each package is eligible for the $35 off discount. The most affordable option is the Entertainment package featuring over 90 channels for $49.99. The Choice plan is on sale for $72.99 (regularly 107.98) and comes with 125+ channels including sports channels like ACC Network, Big Ten Network, MLB Network, NBA TV, SEC Network and regional sports networks.

The Ultimate plan, currently $102.98 (regularly $137.98) adds even more sports and entertainment to the plate offering over 160 channels including NHL Network, CBS Network, Starz, Discovery Family, FX Movie Channel and Encore.

Finally, DirecTV’s Premier plan, discounted to $147.98 (regularly $182.98), features 185+ channels and it comes with everything in the cheaper streaming plans, in addition to Max, Paramount with Showtime, Starz and Cinemax.