Getting a new cable TV subscription can be exciting. You go through the channel lineup with an eye on a handful of your favorite TV networks. You pin down a few for sports programs, some for weekend reality binging, some for the Hollywood movie thrills, and an assortment of others. However, if you have a diverse taste in TV entertainment, BBC America is the one to pick.
Spectrum, a re nowned U.S. cable service provider, offers access to BBC America and a plethora of local, popular, and premium TV networks once you subscribe to Spectrum TV plans.
Now, if you are a recent member of the Spectrum Family, you could be perplexed about which channel number to tune into to watch BBC America on Spectrum TV. Because Spectrum channel numbers vary from one region to another. To find out the exact channel number for BBC America, read on.
Owned by BBC Studios and AMC Networks, BBC America is an American basic cable network that has been up and running since March 29, 1998 . You can chalk up its popularity to its very large global reach and diverse channel programming.
You get to binge-watch shows and films from a selection of genres, mainly comedy, action, nature documenting, and sci-fi. BBC America has six sister channels:
The number of channels may vary based on your area. Click here to find out about the exact channel number in your area.
Here are the exact channel numbers for BBC America on Spectrum TV.
City |
Channel |
Austin, TX |
86 |
Bakersfield, CA |
213 |
Brooklyn, NY |
71 |
Buffalo, NY |
110 |
Charlotte, NC |
101 |
Cincinnati, OH |
225 |
Cleveland, OH |
19 |
Columbus, OH |
225 |
Dallas, TX |
110 |
El Paso, TX |
110 |
Fort Worth, TX |
110 |
Indianapolis, IN |
92 |
Los Angeles, CA |
110 |
Milwaukee, WI |
225 |
New York, NY |
71 |
Orlando, FL |
75 |
St. Louis, MO |
172 |
San Antonio, TX |
86 |
Tampa, FL |
75 |
If your city is not mentioned in this table, you can use the aforementioned channel guide that Spectrum offers.
Watch your favorite BBC America shows and series, such as Bargain Hunt, Antiques Roadshow, and Planet Earth, by subscribing to the following Spectrum TV plans.
Package |
Features |
Order Online |
TV Select Signature |
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TV Select Plus |
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You can also watch BBC America and other channels on the go with the Spectrum TV App or through Spectrum On Demand.
BBC America’s programming is quite extensive. And there is never a season where the network’s content goes unnoticed in the mainstream media. TV shows like Killing Eve, The Hunt, Orphan Black, Copper, The Watch, Luther, Planet Earth, Doctor Who, and Sherlock as well as The Graham Norton Show and many others have garnered massive viewership. And there is a lot more you can tune in to BBC America for.
When it comes to entertainment, BBC America is a whole package. Having this network on your channel lineup means no shortage of content to tune into. If you want to have an array of entertainment options, Spectrum should be your go-to provider. You can subscribe to any of the aforementioned packages or take a look at Spectrum bundle options for an economical price.
Two of Spectrum's plans TV Select Signature and TV Select Plus come with BBC America in their channel lineup. You can also watch BBC America if you get the bundle deal of Internet + TV Select Signature + Voice.
The difference between the two channels lies in the funding. BBC America does not receive funding from the British license fee, the entity that funds BBC’s channel within the United Kingdom.
If you are not subscribing to a cable provider and are an avid streamer, you can watch BBC on YouTube Live TV for a subscription of $72.99/mo for 100+ live channels.