DirecTV Channel Guide 2024 (100+ Channels)

DirecTV has become a household name for many, providing various channels and content for viewers of all interests and ages. With the ever-growing list of channels and packages, keeping track of what’s available can be challenging. That’s where our complete DirecTV Channel Lineup comes in handy.

This Directv channel guide lists the most popular channels available on the satellite provider. We’ve also included a full list of all available channels. One thing to keep in mind is that Directv is a satellite provider.

This means that, unlike cable companies like Spectrum and Comcast, channel numbers for most channels will be the same across the country.

Basic or Local DirecTV Channel Guide

DirecTV offers a basic channel lineup that includes popular channels such as ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, and The CW. Additionally, you’ll find popular cable networks like TBS, TNT, USA, and more. This basic lineup ensures you’ll never miss out on your favourite shows and movies.

However, in our experience, these channels have lower-numbered channels that are all over the place and high-numbered channels which you can find throughout the country.

For example, Fox is available on channels 398 and 399, while you can watch CBS on 390 and 391.

Channel Name	Channel Number	Channel Name	Channel Number
ABC	396, 397	FOX	398, 399
CBS	390, 391	PBS	389
NBC	392	CW	394, 395

To watch NBC on DirecTV, tune to channel 392. For ABC, you can watch it on channels 396 and 397.

The CW and PBS are similar to the broadcast channels in that they have multiple channel numbers on Directv.

The CW is on channels 394 and 395, and PBS is on channel 389.

Premium Channel DirecTV Guide

If you’re looking for premium content, DirecTV has you covered. Premium channels available include HBO, Cinemax, Showtime, Starz, and EPIX. These channels offer exclusive access to hit movies, original series, and documentaries.

It is great that you can now stream premium cable channels, but some people would prefer to watch HBO and Showtime on their TV. HBO, Cinemax, STARZ, and Cinemax are the major premium cable channels.

These premium cable channels have multiple channels in a tight range where you can watch their latest content, but there are primary channels. For HBO, there is HBO East and HBO West on channels 501 and 504, respectively.

Showtime East is on channel 545, and Showtime West is on channel 546. The correct channel for Cinemax is 516 in the East and 516 in the West. STARZ is on 525.

Channel Name	Channel Number	Channel Name	Channel Number
HBO Comedy	506	Cinemax East	515
HBO East	501	Cinemax West	516
HBO Family East	507	Cinemax	523
HBO Family West	508	Cinemax 5 Star Max	520
HBO Latino	511	STARZ Encore Western	538
HBO Signature	503	STARZ in Black	530
HBO West	504	STARZ West	526
HBO Zone	509	STARZ	525
HBO2 West	505	STARZ Cinema	531
HBO2 East	502	STARZ Edge	529
Showtime 2	547	STARZ Encore	535
Showtime East	545	STARZ Encore Action	541
Showtime Extreme	549	STARZ Encore Black	540
Showtime Familyzone	552	STARZ Encore Classic	537
Showtime Next	551	STARZ Encore Family	542
Showtime Showcase	550	STARZ Encore Suspense	539
Showtime West	546	STARZ Encore West	536

Direct TV Sports Channels Guide

For sports enthusiasts, DirecTV offers a wide range of sports channels, including ESPN, FS1, NFL Network, MLB Network, and NBA TV. Additionally, you can add sports packages like NFL Sunday Ticket, NBA League Pass, and MLB Extra Innings to ensure you never miss a game.

We have found that most leagues have their own channels where they place content.

Below is a list of some of these channels:

• MLB Network: 213
• NFL Network: 212
• Tennis Channel: 217
• NHL Network: 215
• NBA TV: 216
• Golf Channel: 218

ESPN offers numerous channels, and we have listed the most prominent ones below.

• ESPN: 206
• ESPN2: 209
• ESPN News: 207
• ESPNU: 208
• ESPN Deportes: 466

DirecTV channel 219 is FS1, and channel 618 is Fox Sports 2.

If you’re looking for college football, you can also watch it on the ACC Network (channel 612) and the Big Ten Network (channel 610).

ESPNU is another option, but there are a few other channels that broadcast college football games.

Channel Name	Channel Number	Channel Name	Channel Number
ESPN	206	FS1	219
ESPN News	207	NBA TV	216
ESPNU	208	CBS Sports Network	221
ESPN2	209	Tennis Channel	217
ESPN Deportes	466	Big Ten Network	610
NHL Network	215	ACC Network	612
MLB Network	213	Golf Channel	218
NFL Network	212

DirecTV News Channels Guide

Stay informed with DirecTV’s news channel lineup, which includes CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, BBC World News, and more. With these channels, you’ll have access to breaking news, in-depth analysis, and current events from around the globe.

On the business side, DirectTV offers three major channels for you to watch: Fox Business, CNBC, and Bloomberg. Fox Business is on channel 359.

Bloomberg TV is on channel 353. CNBC has two channels: CNBC is on channel 355, and CNBC World is on channel 357.

If you watch Fox News, you’re likely not watching MSNBC. Fox News is a more conservative-leaning outlet, and it’s available on DirectTV channel 360.

Newsmax is another conservative-leaning outlet, and it’s on channel 349. If you prefer a more liberal slant, you can watch MSNBC on channel 356 or CNN on channel 202.

CNN is also available on channel 358 as CNN International and on channel 419 as CNN en Español.

Channel Name	Channel Number	Channel Name	Channel Number
Fox News Channel	360	FOX Business Network	359
CNN	202	BBC World News	217
CNBC	355	CNBC World	357
CNN En Espanol	419	CNN International	358
MSNBC	356	CSPAN	218
Newsmax	349	Bloomberg TV	353
Weather Channel	221

Movie Channels On DirecTV

Your DirectTV subscription includes both premium and non-premium movie channels. This doesn’t include regular channels that sometimes air movies.

Some of the free movie channels included are FXM, TCM, and The Movie Channel. FXM is on channel 258, Turner Classic Movies (TCM) is on 256, and The Movie Channel has separate East and West channels: 553 for the East and 554 for the West.

Here’s a table of where you can watch movie channels on DirecTV:

Channel Name	Number	Channel Name	Number
TCM	256	FXM	258
The Movie Channel West	554	The Movie Channel East	553
Crime & Investigation	571	HDNet Movies	566
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries	565	Hallmark Drama	564
MTV Live	572	ShortsTV	573
Smithsonian Channel	570	Sony Movies	568

Guide to Music Channels On DirecTV

If you’re looking for good TV music, DIRECTV has you covered. Some of the major music channels include BET, CMT, and MTV.

CMT is your go-to for country music; you can find it on channel 327. BET is for hip-hop, and you can watch music videos there on channel 329.

For more classic tunes, check out VH1 or MTV Classic. VH1 is on channel 335, and MTV Classic is on channel 336.

The OG MTV is on channel 331, and there’s a second channel called MTV2 on 332.

Channel Name	Channel Number
VH1	335
CMT	327
MTV	331
MTV2	332
MTV Classic	336
BET	329

DirecTV Kids & Cartoon Channels Guide

Cartoon Network, Disney Channel, and Nickelodeon are big channels for cartoons and kids.

Cartoon Network has two channels: 269 and 297 for the East and West Coast. This means that you have more options for what shows to watch.

Disney has a similar grouping with their Western Channel being on 291 while its Eastern Channel is on 290. They also have smaller channels like Disney Junior on Channel 289 and Disney XD on Channel 292.

Nickelodeon has a huge number of channels. I’m just going to list them below—that’s going to be the easiest way to find what you’re looking for:

• Nickelodeon (channel 319)
• Nick Jr. (channel 317)
• TeenNick (channel 316)
• Nicktoons (channel 320)
• Nick at Nite (channel 321)
• NickMom (channel 322)
• The N (channel 323)

Channel Name	Number	Channel Name	Number
Cartoon Network East	296	Cartoon Network West	297
Nickelodeon East	299	Nickelodeon West	300
Disney Channel East	290	Disney Channel West	291
Disney Junior	289	Disney XD	292
Nick Jr	301	Nicktoons	302
Teennick	303	PBS Kids	TeenNick
Boomerang	298

DirecTV Entertainment Channels Lineup

DirecTV customers have a lot of great entertainment channels to choose from. Our favorites are the Paramount Network on channel 241 and the Lifetime Channel on channel 252. But there are plenty of other great channels to watch, so feel free to explore!

Here are a few other channels that we recommend:

• HGTV – 229: If you’re into home improvement and design, HGTV is a must-watch.
• Food Network – 213: If you love to cook, the Food Network is the perfect channel for you.
• TNT – 245: TNT is a great channel for watching movies and TV shows.
• TBS – 247: TBS is another great channel for watching movies and TV shows.
• USA – 242: USA is a great channel for watching action-packed shows and movies.

Channel Name	Channel Number	Channel Name	Channel Number
TNT	245	TBS	247
USA Network	242	AMC	254
Hallmark Channel	312	Lifetime	252
Paramount Channel	241	Freeform	311
Syfy	244	FX	248

DirecTV Packages

International Channels

DirecTV also offers a selection of international channels, catering to a diverse range of languages and cultures. Channels are available in Spanish, Chinese, Filipino, and more, ensuring you can enjoy content worldwide.

Conclusion

In summary, DirecTV offers various channels, packages, and services to suit various preferences and budgets. Our comprehensive DirecTV Channel Guide lets you easily navigate and customize your viewing experience. Happy watching!

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