Programming

With DIRECTV, customers have access to more than 265 digital-quality channels, including local network affiliates where available. Select from more than 30 premium movie channels and up to 55 Pay Per View movie and event choices each day. Package selections may include up to 73 XM Satellite Radio channels.

DIRECTV also offers a wide variety of high-definition television programming, including major HD networks, local networks' HD programming where available*, special HD event broadcasts and HD Pay Per View movies.**

*In cities where local off-air, HD programs are available, reception may vary based on geographic location. Programs not delivered in HD in all markets.
**To access DIRECTV HD programming, a three- or five-LNB dish, a DIRECTV HD Receiver and HD television equipment are required.

Does DIRECTV offer channels on an a la carte basis? 

Customers may add individual premium services to your CHOICE or PLUS DVR base package. DIRECTV offers these premium options: HBO®, Starz® Super Pack, SHOWTIME UNLIMITED®, Cinemax® and our SPORTS PACK. Adult channels are also available on an a la carte basis.

Can I receive local channels from another part of the country? 

Under federal law, DIRECTV can provide local channels only within a local television market. For example, DIRECTV can provide San Francisco stations only in San Francisco and the surrounding areas. Federal law requires DIRECTV to respect the local TV markets boundaries, which are established by Nielsen Media Research. Distant broadcast network feeds from New York and Los Angeles are available only to customers who cannot receive an over-the-air signal from a local TV station and to customers who get waivers from their local TV stations.

Can I control what my kids watch? 

The Parental Controls feature, which is built into the equipment, lets you restrict access to movies based on the motion picture rating system. You can also add Pay Per View spending limits and block the viewing of entire channels. This is a great feature for parents who wish to control what their children watch. Consult your system manual for more details.

Does DIRECTV offer programming in additional languages? 

Yes! DIRECTV is proud to offer unique multicultural programming with its Caribbean, Chinese, Filipino, Italian, Korean, Russian, South Asian, Ukrainian and Vietnamese packages. See the International Services page for details.

Does DIRECTV offer a Spanish-language programming service? 

Yes, DIRECTV offers the most comprehensive Spanish- and English-language programming at an affordable price. It features access to more than 55 Spanish-language channels*, including sports, movies, news, music and educational networks.

The actual number of channels varies by package. Visit our channels page for a complete list of channels available in each package.

*Includes English-language broadcast channels with alternate Spanish audio.