I watch so many great shows on CBS, from NCIS and Blue Bloods to Young Sheldon, 60 Minutes, and the Late Late Show with James Corden. When I decided to cut the cord with my cable provider, finding a way to keep watching CBS was one of my top priorities.

In a hurry? These services support CBS and Roku:

Fubo: With 150+ channels, it offers something for everyone. Fubo allows you to try out its service with a free trial.
DIRECTV STREAM: Makes it easy to switch from cable to streaming with their 90+ channel Entertainment plan and options for much more. A 5-day free trial is now available for DIRECTV STREAM.
Hulu + Live TV: This total entertainment streaming service provides a great on-demand selection and all the essential live TV channels with a free 3-day trial.

If you can’t watch your favorite movies and shows because of your location, try ExpressVPN to get access to the content you deserve.

Note for viewing from : streaming platforms like Fubo or Sling TV limit access to US viewers, but combining your existing subscription with a VPN enables streaming from anywhere in the world.

ExpressVPN is my #1 choice because it’s easy to set up, super reliable, and works perfectly with these streaming services. You get access to US content through their servers in 25+ US cities, plus 3 free months and a 30-day refund if you’re not happy.

You’ll have access to local platforms as if you were in the country, as well as access to services like BBC iPlayer as if you were in the UK, CBC Gem as if you were in Canada, plus hundreds more worldwide.

Use a Streaming Service to Watch CBS

With traditional cable you’re stuck watching whatever is on at any given point of time. But, with a streaming service you can often watch CBS programming wherever and however you want.

Many streaming service offer access to live TV and CBS is often included in the default channel package. For a monthly fee you get access to live TV without the contract and headache of traditional cable and satellite TV. These streaming services can be used on many different devices including Roku devices.

How to Watch CBS on Roku

To watch CBS using a Roku device, you’ll need to first get a subscription to a streaming service with Live TV. Most popular streaming services are compatible with Roku devices. Once you have a subscription and have downloaded the stream service’s app on your device, you’ll be able to watch CBS using your Roku.

Fubo Offers CBS

Fubo (formerly FuboTV) is a sports-centric streaming service offering over 110 channels for $79.99/month. The service offers more than just sports though. You can also watch the popular entertainment and news channels as well, including CBS. To watch CBS using Fubo on your Roku use the following steps:

Install the Fubo channel from the Roku store.
Sign up for a free trial of Fubo ($79.99/month after trial period). You can sign up directly through your Roku device. If you want to sign up using a different email address select Cancel to enter a new email address.
After information is entered a summary of your subscription is displayed. Click Let’s Go.
Enter your Roku PIN to subscribe.
Start using the Fubo app to watch CBS on your Roku.

Note that Fubo is only compatible with Roku 2 or newer devices. For more information be sure to check out our complete review on Fubo.

Hulu + Live TV Includes CBS

Hulu + Live TV gives you access to Live TV channels as well as Hulu’s complete library of on-demand and Hulu Original content. This is one of the more popular streaming services coming in at $82.99/month for 85+ channels. The service also offers great coverage of CBS in most US markets. To watch CBS using Hulu + Live TV with your Roku use the following steps:

Get Hulu + Live TV Free

Install the Hulu channel from the Roku store.
Open the channel and sign up for Hulu + Live TV ($82.99/month). You can sign up directly through your Roku device using the same email address. If you want to sign up using a different email address select Cancel to enter a new email address.
Enter your name, birth date, gender, and ZIP code.
Create a password.
Click “I Agree” to the subscription.
Enter your Roku PIN to subscribe.
Start using Hulu app on your Roku to watch CBS.

If you already have a Hulu + Live TV subscription you can skip steps 2 through 6, and simply sign in after you open the channel. Note that newer Roku models need the latest Hulu app. Roku Streaming Player models 2400 to 3100 and Roku Streaming Stick models 3420 or earlier support the Classic Hulu app.

Check out our review on Hulu + Live TV for more information on the streaming service.

Watch CBS with Paramount+

Paramount+ (formerly CBS All Access) is one of the cheapest ways to stream CBS. This is because CBS is the only channel you get with this streaming service. Because of this it is far cheaper than either Fubo or Hulu + Live TV. It is only $7.99/month if you want access to CBS content. To get your live local channel, you need Paramount+ with Showtime for $12.99/month (Try Paramount+).

Try Paramount+

In addition to live stream of CBS, you also get access to an on-demand library of 10,000+ past CBS show episodes.

Find Paramount+ in the Roku Channel Store and install.
Open the channel and follow the prompts to Sign Up or Sign In.
Use your Roku Device: Select “On Roku.” Your device information will be linked to your CBS All Access account. You will need to provide billing information to subscribe. Your Roku PIN will be required to confirm your subscription.
Sign In or Sign Up Using the Web: Select “On the Web.” Sign in and you’ll get instructions to activate your subscription and your activation code.

Once you’ve signed in and activated your device you can start streaming your favorite CBS shows with Paramount+.

Today’s CBS Schedule

Here is today’s schedule in Eastern Time:

5:00am	CBS News New York This Morning 5am News coverage to start the day.
6:00am	CBS News New York This Morning 6am News coverage to start the day.
7:00am	CBS Mornings Tony Dokoupil and Norah O'Donnell with papal conclave coverage from Rome; actor Christine Baranski; Sarah Gelman, editorial director at Amazon Books.
9:00am	The Drew Barrymore Show – A Little Bit Extra: Brooke Shields In this "a little bit extra" episode, Drew shares more of her conversation with Brooke Shields at the news desk.
9:30am	The Drew Barrymore Show – Christian Siriano; Chris Appleton; Rossy Gossy Posse Christian Siriano and Chris Appleton join Drew for some fashion forecasting, predicting the hottest upcoming looks and trends; Ross dishes with his pals in an all-new Rossy's Gossy Posse.
10:00am	Let's Make a Deal Costumed contestants compete for cash and prizes.
11:00am	The Price Is Right Contestants bid for prizes then compete for fabulous showcases.
12:00pm	CBS News New York 12pm Midday news update.
12:30pm	The Young and the Restless Victor hits Kyle where it hurts; Nikki gives Claire a reality check; Chelsea struggles working with Adam.
1:30pm	The Bold and the Beautiful Past history links two Los Angeles families.
2:00pm	Beyond the Gates The Duprees scramble to steady the ship in the wake of Ted's betrayal; Eva struggles to make amends; Kat witnesses a moment that could change her life.
3:00pm	Judge Judy – Drunk Minor Lost on New Year's Eve?!; Deep Cleaning Disaster! A young driver gets lost on his way to a party and destroys a man's yard while trying to make a U-turn, leaving parts of his car behind; a woman's sub-lessee leaves her with a damaged apartment and costs her more than $3,000 in a security deposit.
3:30pm	Judge Judy – Six-Dog Pile-Up! A pack of dogs gets into a vicious fight on the border of two properties; pet owners fight over liability.
4:00pm	Hot Bench – Trickle Down Effect The plaintiff says the defendant's toilet leaked, causing mold and water damage to his condo; the defendant says the overflow was due to a larger plumbing system issue, and the plaintiff should be suing the HOA instead.
4:30pm	Hot Bench – Tenant Tango The owner of a nonprofit social services organization sues his subletter for nonpayment of rent, while she says his business partner advised her to withhold payment while they sorted out a problem with the building's owner.
5:00pm	CBS News New York 5pm Evening news coverage.
6:00pm	CBS News New York 6pm Breaking news and headlines, local weather forecasts, sports and traffic reports.
6:30pm	CBS Evening News The latest world and national news.
7:00pm	Inside Edition Primary stories and alternative news.
7:30pm	Entertainment Tonight News and features about performers, productions and the milieu.
8:00pm	Hollywood Squares – I've Been in 12 Sandwiches; Between Two Nuts Celebrity guests include Tichina Arnold, Beth Behrs, Mario Cantone, Pete Holmes, Jo Koy, Tig Notaro, June Diane Raphael, Kristen Schaal, Luenell, Debi Mazar, Jack McBrayer, Patton Oswalt, Ravi Patel, Mira Sorvino, Michaela Watkins and Reggie Watts.
9:00pm	S.W.A.T. – Devil Dog When Hondo's cousin goes AWOL from his Marine base during basic training, Hondo, Deacon and Daniel Sr. take a road trip to get the kid in line; Alfaro plots to work outside the law when he discovers that his mother's abusive ex is back in her life.
10:00pm	Fire Country – Firing Squad Bode receives a life-changing opportunity that could impact his future as a firefighter; Leven Rambin guest stars as Audrey, a former fire camp inmate.
11:00pm	CBS News New York 11pm Local news coverage.
11:35pm	The Late Show With Stephen Colbert Stephen Colbert looks at headlines, interviews guests, performs comedy sketches and introduces musical performances.
12:37am	After Midnight – Asif Ali; Saagar Shaikh; Morgan Murphy Comic Asif Ali; actor Saagar Shaikh; comic Morgan Murphy.
1:37am	Comics Unleashed With Byron Allen Cocoa Brown; Lavell Crawford; Dwayne Perkins; Reynaldo Rey.
2:07am	Paid Programming Paid programming.
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3:07am	CBS Evening News The latest world and national news.
3:37am	Missing Missing persons cases come from all over the United States.
4:00am	Pets.TV – Pets.TV Goes to the Maldives The Maldives.
4:30am	Real Green Creating a home green garden; fishermen in India adopt sustainable practices; green cleaning products; recycling milk cartons.
5:00am	Judge Judy – Parents Want Their Child Arrested? A teenager leaves home after being accused of breaking the rules that came with her new car; her parents are livid that she stole their family cat.

Wrapping Up

Fans of CBS shows have several options using their Roku devices. Simply sign up for the streaming service that works for you and get started. Don’t have a Roku device? No problem. There are other ways to watch CBS without cable too, which is good news.

If you have any questions about watch CBS on your Roku feel free to ask them in the comments.

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Frank was the Senior Content Editor at Hotdog.com and an expert in sports streaming, specializing in out-of-market games and regional sports networks.

A passionate cord-cutter and longtime subscriber to numerous streaming services, Frank has first-hand experience navigating the complexities of sports streaming.

With a PhD in Atmospheric Physics from the Oregon Graduate Institute and a professional background in early streaming technology, Frank combines deep technical insight with practical, real-world knowledge.

His mission at Hotdog.com was straightforward: help sports fans get hassle-free access to the games they love, at the best price, without frustration.