Alright, let’s dive in. Mike covered a solid list, but let’s add some flair and maybe rethink a few bits, because it’s 2023—streaming’s an art, not just a pastime.
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Peacock – Mike overlooked this one, but hear me out: a free option with access to The Office (every season) is a godsend. Plus, Premier League for sports fans. If you’re into wrestling? WWE galore.
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Crackle – Yeah, you probably rolled your eyes, but this free app actually has some solid movies. It’s kinda like Tubi’s underrated cousin that shows up with unexpected gifts. Classic titles, a few oddities—worth the zero-dollar entry.
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Paramount+ – If you’re a Star Trek fanatic, it’s essential. New shows, old-school episodes, and even some decent recent movies. Oh, and Survivor. Can’t forget Survivor.
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Funimation or Crunchyroll – Anime lovers, where you at? Fire Stick is perfect to binge those endless seasons of One Piece or catch the latest subbed episodes before social media spoils it.
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Vudu – Mike missed this one, and it’s a classic for free movies with ads. Also great if you’re renting new releases—cheaper than cable-on-demand options.
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Shudder – Horrors and thrillers, baby. Halloween might be over, but Shudder’s all year-round spooky content is chef’s kiss. Indie horrors? Yes. Bizarre thrillers? Double yes. Plus, more niche than Netflix’s horror section.
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Stirr – This little nugget is a hidden gem. It’s free, has live TV and random channels like music, documentaries, and even random retro TV. Low stakes but still neat.
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ESPN – Look, Mike included ESPN kinda indirectly with that Hulu bundle mention, but let’s give it the spotlight. Smooth match live games and ESPN+ exclusives are a must for sports fans.
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DoCast – Now THIS deserves a special shoutout if you’re looking to mirror your phone onto the big screen. Trust me, once you start casting vacation pics at family gatherings, power glide presentations from your phone, or even game walkthroughs, you’ll feel like you unlocked next-level tech sorcery.
And for the love of all things holy, avoid ‘app hoarding.’ If you’re not touching certain apps after a free trial or haven’t watched anything worthwhile for a month, yeet those apps into the void.
Oh, and considering you’re new, check out how to further boost the utility of your Fire TV with these top screen mirroring apps and tricks. Super handy if you’re integrating different devices.
But hey, no shade to Mike. Solid picks. Just mix it up. Streaming is personal, like coffee orders—gotta experiment before committing!
