How to watch 'Yellowstone' online for free and without cable

If you want to know how to watch "Yellowstone" online, we're not surprised. This Paramount Network Western drama show is incredibly popular — it's even spawned an entire Sheridanverse of shows, including several "Yellowstone" spinoffs.

Plus, "Yellowstone" season 5 premiered on the Paramount Network on November 10, so now not only are you trying to watch old episodes online, you're trying to watch new episodes too.

Unfortunately, it can be confusing to find out where you can watch episodes of "Yellowstone" online.

New episodes are easy — just check out how to watch 'Yellowstone' season 5 part 2 online and from anywhere. Spoiler alert: you're going to want one of our best cable alternatives so you can watch new "Yellowstone" episodes while cutting the cord.

But watching old episodes of "Yellowstone" is trickier. Confusingly, you can't watch old episodes on Paramount Plus. Instead, you'll need to opt for Peacock. Thankfully, it is one of the best streaming services we've tested, and you'll get much more for your money than just "Yellowstone."

Again, if you're confused by this, we get it. Paramount Plus, as a Paramount-owned streaming service, would be the logical place to watch old episodes of a Paramount Network show. Normally, you'd be right, but due to licensing agreements, "Yellowstone" instead goes to Peacock after the episodes air on Paramount Network.

So with those basics covered, let's dive into everything you need to know about how to watch "Yellowstone" online for free and without cable.

How to watch 'Yellowstone' from anywhere on Earth

Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching "Yellowstone" on your usual subscription?

You can still watch the show as you usually would thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for "Yellowstone" fans away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:

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How to watch 'Yellowstone' on CBS for free

Paramount aired the "Yellowstone" season 5 part 2 premiere on CBS at 10 p.m. ET on November 10. At present, there are no plans for future episodes to get the same treatment.

If future episodes do air on CBS, all you need is one of the best TV antennas and you can watch it free on your local CBS station over the air.

How to watch 'Yellowstone' online in the U.S.

In the U.S., viewers can watch all four completed seasons and the first half of season 5 of "Yellowstone" streaming on Peacock right now. Season 5 part 2 will eventually come after the series finale on December 15, 2024.

Peacock Premium costs $7.99/month. If you don't want ads interrupting your binge, you have to upgrade to Peacock Premium Plus for $13.99/month.

If you're willing to commit to a full year, Peacock does offer both plans as an annual subscription, giving you 12 months for the price of 10.

Peacock is also available internationally through Sky in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, Italy, Austria and Switzerland.

Peacock houses a great library, including the entirety of "The Office". Peacock Free offers thousands of TV episodes and movies — no subscription needed. Sign up for Peacock Premium ($7.99/month) and get even more content, including originals like the "Poker Face" and "The Traitors."

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Reminder: new episodes of "Yellowstone" will air on the Paramount Network. Thankfully, this channel is available with many cable packages.

If you've already cut the cord and don't have cable, you can get the Paramount Network on live TV streaming services like Philo, Sling TV or FuboTV. Philo is by far the cheapest among these if you only want to watch "Yellowstone," but it has limited channels and features compared to the others we just mentioned. So make sure to check out our guide to the best cable TV alternatives so you can make an informed decision.

Philo is a streaming service that offers a selection of live and on-demand television channels. It includes various cable channels, including popular networks like AMC, HGTV, Food Network, and Discovery Channel, among others. Philo is known for its affordability compared to traditional cable TV packages, as it offers a lower monthly subscription fee of $28 a month.
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Fubo is a great alternative to a cable package. With the Pro Plan ($79.99 per month), you get over 120 channels, including all the local broadcast networks and top cable brands like AMC, E!, HGTV, FX, ESPN, Syfy and Paramount Network. Try Fubo now for free with a seven-day trial.
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How to watch 'Yellowstone' online in Canada

Good news for Canadian fans of "Yellowstone." You can watch every episode of "Yellowstone" on Paramount Plus in Canada. No need for a Peacock subscription.

How to watch 'Yellowstone' online in the U.K.

Just like in Canada, every episode of "Yellowstone" so far is available to stream on Paramount Plus in the U.K.

Paramount Plus offers a free seven-day trial, then costs £6.99 per month or £69.90.

Previous seasons have aired on Channel 5 and also streamed on the My5 service, so the final episodes of season 5 may eventually do the same.

Travelers who are in the U.K. can still get access to their subscription services with the help of NordVPN.

How to watch 'Yellowstone' online in Australia

Aussies can watch every episode of "Yellowstone" on Stan.

Stan offers a free 30-day trial to check out the streaming service. After that, the Basic plan costs $12 AUD a month and gives you access to over 600 TV shows and 1,000 movies.

What is "Yellowstone"?

In "Yellowstone", Kevin Costner plays John Dutton, head of the Dutton family, which has owned the Dutton Ranch for six generations. The ranch is located near Yellowstone National Park and Native American reservations.

John oversees the ranch alongside his son, Kayce Dutton (Lucas Grimes), a former Navy SEAL. Kayce is married to a Native American woman, Monica (Kelsey Asbille Chow), and they have a young boy named Tate. John's adoptive son, Jamie (Wes Bentley) is an attorney and aspiring politician.

Then there's John's daughter, Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly), a financier who has struggled with substance abuse problems. She married the ranch foreman, Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser).

The Duttons are continually fighting to maintain control over the ranch. They deal with thorny political machinations, battle greedy land developers and manage tensions with the local indigenous tribes.

In a twist, Costner has left the show before the final episodes. But despite this, he'll still make at least one appearance in the show's final episodes thanks to previously shot scenes. He certainly appears in season 5 part 2's official trailer.

If you've already watched the entire series to date and want more, there's good news. The show's ratings success led to a Paramount Plus spinoff, "1883" that tells the origin story of the Dutton family. Another "Yellowstone" prequel, "1923", is also available to stream on Paramount Plus and several more spinoffs are in the works.