How to watch Chinese TV in the USA
WorldStream streams 12 Chinese channels live in the USA, including TVBS News, TVBS Asia and Phoenix InfoNews. Watch on your smart TV, phone, tablet or computer, with no satellite dish.
$12.95 USD /month
or $139.80 USD/year
+ $5.95 USD/month for a second stream
7-day free trial · cancel any time
Start your free trialStart watching in three steps
- Start your 7-day free trial, then choose Chinese TV on a monthly or annual plan.
- Get the WorldStream app on your smart TV, streaming stick, phone or tablet, or watch in a web browser.
- Sign in and watch live. Missed something? 7-day catch-up replays the past week's programmes on supported channels.
Chinese TV in the USA: questions and answers
Do I need a VPN or a satellite dish to watch Chinese TV in the USA?
No. WorldStream streams Chinese TV over the internet to subscribers in the USA, so all you need is an internet connection. VPNs are not supported and can stop playback.
How much does Chinese TV cost in the USA?
$12.95 USD a month or $139.80 USD a year. A second stream costs $5.95 USD a month more. Every plan starts with a 7-day free trial, and you can cancel at any time.
Which Chinese channels can I watch in the USA?
All 12: TVBS News, TVBS Asia, Phoenix InfoNews, CCTV-Opera, Fujian Straits TV, Anhui International, Xiamen Star, Yunnan International, Shenzhen International, CGTN Documentary, CGTN and CCTV-4.
What time are live programmes on in the USA?
The channels broadcast from mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, which all keep UTC+8. New York is 12 to 13 hours behind, depending on daylight saving. Los Angeles is 15 to 16 hours behind, depending on daylight saving.
Can I watch programmes I missed?
Yes. 7-day catch-up lets you replay programmes from the past week on supported channels; what each channel offers depends on its broadcaster.
Which devices can I watch on?
Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Android TV / Google TV and Roku), Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Chromecast and AirPlay, iPhone, iPad and Android phones and tablets, and any modern web browser.
Start watching Chinese TV in the USA
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