How to watch or stream Super Bowl LIV free. It’s broadcast this year in 4K Ultra HD.
You’re busy prepping the chili and chicken wings, so we’ll just get right to it. Here’s everything you need to know about Super Bowl LIV (that’s 54 for those of us who can’t do Roman math) — the basic who, what, when and where, plus detailed info on how to watch the game on TV or via streaming. You can also listen on the radio!
Who’s playing? Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers
When is the game? Sunday, Feb. 2, with a 6:30 p.m. kickoff
Where do they play? Hard Rock Stadium in Miami (home of the Miami Dolphins)
What network airs the game? Fox
Who sings the National Anthem? Demi Lovato (look for this at approximiately 6 p.m.)
Who headlines the halftime show? Jennifer Lopez and Shakira (produced by Jay-Z and Roc Nation) (approx. 8-8:30 p.m.)
What time is the halftime show? It’s hard to say, but most likely between 8 and 8:30 p.m.
Where can I watch commercials? If you’re not watching all of the game but don’t to miss the best ads, here’s a compilation of all of the 2020 Super Bowl commercials ranked.
How to watch the Super Bowl
Watch the game on TV: If you’re watching on TV and you have cable or an antenna, you’re all set. Enjoy the game!
Stream the game, Option #1: If you don’t have cable or an antenna to pick up Fox, you can still stream the game. Some streaming subscription services like Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu Live TV, DirecTV Now and Sling may stream the game if Fox is offered live in your area. This varies from market to market, so check to see what your service provides. Also, each service offers a free trial period, which means you can sign up and watch the game for free (and then cancel ... or not!).
Stream the game, Option #2: You can also stream the game for FREE using the Fox Sports or Fox NOW apps on your mobile device or tablet. Download the apps through Apple or Android. Typically, network apps require authentication to view content (meaning, you have to sign in with a cable, satellite or streaming service ID and password). According to a spokesperson for Fox Sports, you will not need authentication to watch the Super Bowl. (Note: If you try to stream directly through the Fox.com website, you may have to sign in.)
Stream the game, Option #3: You can also use the Fox apps to stream through your TV using FireTV 4K and Apple TV 4K. Unfortunately, Roku has dropped the Fox apps.
Listen to the Super Bowl
If you’re OK just listening to the game without seeing it, Sirius XM satellite radio has nine stations that will broadcast the game (but not the halftime show).
Get details on that at blog.siriusxm.com.
Super Bowl in UHD HDR 4K
For the first time ever, the Super Bowl is being delivered this year in 4K Ultra High Definition, High Dynamic Range. So if you have a 4K Ultra HD TV, you’ll be the most popular house on the block.
According to Fox, the game will also be available through the Fox Sports and Fox NOW apps via select 4K streaming devices, including Amazon FireTV 4K: UHD/HDR and AppleTV 4K: UHD/SDR.
For those who geek out on this sort of thing, here are additional technical specifications for the broadcast: It is produced natively in 1080p 60fps HLG and upconverted to 2160p 60fps. The broadcast will be offered in the FOX Sports and FOX NOW apps in HDR10 and cable/satellite providers in various HDR formats.
This story was originally published January 31, 2020 at 1:11 PM.
