From nostalgic teen dramas to sitcoms and Westerns, some of the nation’s favourite TV shows have made their way over from the USA. But no need to worry – thanks to Freeview Play you can watch a whole host of these American TV series for free. Keep reading to find out how.
Gossip Girl
Gossip Girl sees everything. Secrets and scandals are exposed by a mysterious blogger capturing the filthy rich lives and loves of teens at a prestigious Manhattan school. XOXO. And if that wasn’t enough drama, you’ll also find the 2019 Gossip Girl reboot also available for free on BBC iPlayer.
Pretty Little Liars
Pretty people, ugly secrets. How far will they go to keep them safe? A year after their friend disappears, four girls receive mysterious messages from 'A'. Just like Gossip Girl, BBC iPlayer is also home to the later reboots of the show so there’s even more for you to get stuck into.
Ghosts US
Already made your way through the original series of Ghosts starring Charlotte Ritchie and Kiell Smith-Bynoe? If so, Ghosts US is on hand to fill the gap as a couple inherit a crumbling mansion - and a gaggle of ghouls, from a saucy 1920s lounge singer to a 1960s hippy. It's a live-in nightmare!
Looking For Alaska
Adapted from hit author John Green, Looking For Alaska is a coming-of-age drama which follows Miles and his new friends as they attempt to make sense of what they’ve been through after an unexpected tragedy. Full of friendship, love and plenty of drama, Looking For Alaska is the perfect binge-worthy American TV show.
Jane The Virgin
Catch all episodes of the smash-hit 00s romcom Jane The Virgin for free on ITVX. The show follows a driven young woman dreaming of becoming a writer who is artificially inseminated by accident during a check-up.
The Carrie Diaries
A fan of Sex in the City? Watch the iconic show’s prequel right now on ITVX. As Carrie Bradshaw navigates the end of high school she gets a taster of the marvellous life she could be having in Manhattan, New York.
One Tree Hill
Dive into the nostalgia of One Tree Hill courtesy of ITVX. This long-running US drama series follows the lives of two estranged half-brothers as their lives intersect when they are both placed on their school’s basketball team. With 187 episodes to watch, this one will keep you busy for a while.
The O.C.
Another must-watch teen drama, The O.C. centres on bad boy Ryan Atwood as he is taken under the wing of a public defender and immersed in Orange County’s high-class society.
Everybody Hates Chris
Prefer something a little more light-hearted? This American sitcom follows Chris as he is uprooted to a new neighbourhood. Bussed to a predominantly white middle school two-hours away by his strict, hard-working parents, Chris struggles to find his place while keeping his siblings in line at home and dealing with the school bully.
Parks and Recreation
In an attempt to beautify her town Leslie takes on what should be a fairly simple project: help local nurse Ann Perkins turn an abandoned construction pit into a community park.
The Big Bang Theory
Astronomically popular US sitcom. Nerdy flatmates Leonard and Sheldon know a lot about physics, but little about women. But when Penny moves in across the hall, that could all be about to change...
Young Sheldon
Good news for fans who have already made their way through The Big Banger Theory – the US comedy prequel is also available to stream on Channel 4. Gifted but eccentric younger Sheldon Cooper, who doesn't find it easy growing up in East Texas.
Yellowstone
If sitcoms and teen dramas aren’t quite your thing, head to over to My5 and give Yellowstone a go. This critically acclaimed neo-western drama series stars Kevin Costner as part of a ranching family in Montana.
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