Tuesday, 8 May 2018

The most popular shows on TV and how you can watch them

The most popular shows on TV and how you can watch them

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The most popular shows on TV and how you can watch them

Posted: 07 May 2018 03:32 PM PDT

Here at Roku headquarters, we love TV. As you can imagine, a bulk of our hallway conversations involve the latest and greatest TV shows (hold the spoilers!). If you’re the type that wants to keep up on the hottest new shows to watch, you’ve come to the right place. Our friends over at Rotten Tomatoes rank the most popular shows on TV, and we’re here to let you know you where to watch ’em all.

What new show are you currently streaming? Let us know in the comments below!

Cobra Kai (Season 1) | YouTube Red via YouTube TV

Set thirty years after the events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament, the series focuses on Johnny Lawrence reopening the Cobra Kai dojo, which causes his rivalry with Daniel LaRusso to be reignited.

The Rain (Season 1) | Netflix

After a brutal virus wipes out most of the population, two young siblings embark on a perilous search for safety.

Killing Eve (Season 1) | Prime Video

A security operative hunts for an assassin. Based on the Villanelle novellas by Luke Jennings.

Westworld (Season 2) | HBO NOW

Set at the intersection of the near future and the reimagined past, explore a world in which every human appetite can be indulged without consequence.

Lost in Space (Season 1) | Netflix

After crash-landing on an alien planet, the Robinson family fight against all odds to survive and escape, but they’re surrounded by hidden dangers.

Billions (Season 3) | SHOWTIME

U.S. Attorney Chuck Rhoades goes after hedge fund king Bobby “Axe” Axelrod in a battle between two powerful New York figures.

The Terror (Season 1) | AMC

In 1848, two real life warships, HMS Terror and HMS Erebus, sent on a Royal Naval expedition to find the treacherous Northwest Passage somewhere near Arctic discover instead a monstrous supernatural predator.

The Handmaid’s Tale (Season 2) | Hulu

Set in a dystopian future, a woman is forced to live as a concubine under a fundamentalist theocratic dictatorship.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine (Season 5) | FOX NOW, Hulu, Prime Video, FandangoNOW, Vudu

Jake Peralta, an immature but talented NYPD detective in Brooklyn’s 99th Precinct, comes into immediate conflict with his new commanding officer, the serious and stern Captain Ray Holt.

Barry (Season 1) | HBO NOW

A hit man from the Midwest moves to Los Angeles and gets caught up in the city’s theatre arts scene.

Family Guy (Season 16) | FOX NOW, Hulu, Prime Video, FandangoNOW, Google Play, Vudu

In a wacky Rhode Island town, a dysfunctional family strive to cope with everyday life as they are thrown from one crazy scenario to another.

Timeless (Season 2) | NBC, Hulu, Prime Video, FandangoNOW, Vudu

An unlikely trio travel through time in order to battle unknown criminals and protect history as we know it.

The Last Man On Earth (Season 4) | FOX NOW, Hulu, Prime Video, FandangoNOW, Vudu

Almost two years after a virus wiped out most of the human race, Phil Miller only wishes for some company, but soon gets more than he bargained for when that company shows up in the form of other survivors.

Wild Wild Country (Season 1) | Netflix

When the world’s most controversial guru builds a utopian city deep in the Oregon desert, conflict with the locals escalates into a national scandal. A true story.

The Alienist (Season 1) | Watch TNT (all episodes currently streaming for free), Prime Video, Vudu

Newspaper illustrator John Moore meets with criminal psychologist (alienist) Dr. Laszlo Kreizler to investigate a serial killer in New York during the late 19th century.

3% (Season 1) | Netflix

A thriller set in a world sharply divided between progress and devastation, where people are given the chance to make it to the “better side” but only 3% of the candidates succeed.

Happy Streaming!

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Friday, 4 May 2018

Roku Blog Feed: “11 movies and shows Star Wars fans need in their lives” plus 1 more

Roku Blog Feed: “11 movies and shows Star Wars fans need in their lives” plus 1 more

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11 movies and shows Star Wars fans need in their lives

Posted: 04 May 2018 06:30 AM PDT

Sabienna Bowman has been covering entertainment news since 2010. She previously served as an editor at TV Equals, and currently writes for BustlePopSugar, and The Stacker. We welcome her as a guest blogger here at the Roku Blog!

Star Wars Day comes but once a year, but for true Star Wars fans, every day is a good day to visit a galaxy far, far away. While you could content yourself with rewatching Episode VI on a loop with a healthy side of Star Wars Rebels thrown in for good measure, there are so many shows and movies out there that capture the same magic that comes from watching Luke embrace the Force. On your Roku player or Roku TV, these shows and movies are just a few clicks away.

Go ahead and indulge in your planned Star Wars binge (Watch TBS is also airing an all day marathon, and every Star Wars movie will be available all month on demand) this May the 4th, but when the 5th rolls around, try adding one of these 11 TV series and movies to your watchlist. No, Princess Leia doesn’t make an appearance in any of them, but there are spaceships, superfans, and plenty of new worlds to explore. The force is strong with these genre favorites, and Star Wars fans need them all in their lives.

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Firefly | Hulu, Prime Video, Google Play, Vudu

Joss Whedon’s gone-too-soon space western has its very own version of Han Solo in the form of the witty, but beleaguered soldier turned captain, Malcolm Reynolds. Mal, along with his crew, travel from planet to planet, pulling jobs and doing whatever they have to do to survive out in the black. If you can’t head out to see Solo: A Star Wars Story in theaters, Firefly is the perfect substitute.

Spaced | Hulu, Tubi TV

OK, so Spaced isn’t set in another galaxy, but it’s a comedy about two flatmates whose lives often channel some serious Star Wars energy. This is thanks in large part to Tim’s (Simon Pegg) obsession with the franchise. Not only are there plenty of references to Luke and company, there’s a standout episode in season one that finds the characters going on an actual Star Wars-style rescue mission.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 | Netflix, Prime Video, FandangoNOW, Google Play

Both of the Guardians of the Galaxy movies exude the same sense of adventure and world-building as the Star Wars franchise, but Vol. 2 comes with an added dose of daddy issues that would lead to some serious bonding between Luke and Star-Lord.

Doctor Who | Prime Video, Vudu

The Doctor travels through time and space with his loyal companions in a spaceship that might just be cooler than the Millennium Falcon — hey, the TARDIS is bigger on the inside, it’s hard to compete with that. What truly makes this classic British sci-fi series a must for Star Wars fans is the show’s commitment to finding hope in even the darkest of situations.

Spaceballs | Hulu, Prime Video, FandangoNOW, Google Play, Starz, Vudu

This ’80s Star Wars spoof remains a wonderfully silly tribute to the franchise that will keep you laughing from start to finish.

Lost in Space | Netflix

The new Netflix series isn’t just stunning to look at, it also encompasses the themes that makes Star Wars great — family, space exploration, and just the right amount of humor. There’s also a pretty great robot along for the ride too.

WALL·E | Prime Video, FandangoNOW, Google Play, Starz, Vudu, Sling TV

Move over R2-D2, because WALL·E is by far the most adorable robot in this and any other galaxy. More importantly, the movie is a visual feast for anyone who loves a beautiful space motif and a grand journey to go along with it.

Star Trek (2009) | Hulu, Prime Video, FandangoNOW, Google Play, Vudu

Before J.J. Abrams directed Star Wars: The Force Awakens, he infused a major dose of Star Wars nostalgia into the rebooted Star Trek franchise. The first film’s intense action sequences, killer one-liners, and emotional beats all had far more in common with Star Wars than the franchise the film was rebooting — and no, that wasn’t necessarily a bad thing.

The Expanse | Prime Video, Vudu, SYFY

There’s a space war brewing, and a roguish captain is stepping up to fight against the big bad threatening everyone’s way of life. The Expanse is by far the most underrated space show on TV, and fans of Star Wars are missing out if they haven’t tuned in yet.

Gravity Falls | Hulu, Prime Video, Google Play, Disney Now

On the surface, this family-friendly show may not seem like it would hold much appeal for Star Wars devotees, but once you dig a little deeper you’ll find a set of twins with a unique heritage that makes them their quirky town’s best hope for survival.

Red Dwarf | Britbox, Prime Video, Google Play, Vudu

If your favorite part of Star Wars is the jokes, then this one is for you. Red Dwarf is a classic British comedy about a human and his alien pals who are cruising through space in a mining ship. It’s a hilarious ode to sci-fi tropes that anyone who calls people “scruffy nerf-herders” on a regular basis will love.

Keep the Star Wars fun going all year long with these shows and movies that Han, Leia, and Luke would totally watch if they weren’t always so busy saving the galaxy.

Happy Streaming!

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How to watch the Kentucky Derby on Roku devices (2018)

Posted: 03 May 2018 12:59 PM PDT

The most exciting two minutes in sports is upon us – May 5 is Kentucky Derby Day! The chase for the Triple Crown begins, and you can stream full coverage from Thursday, to the Kentucky Oaks on Friday, to the Run for the Roses on Saturday on Roku players and Roku TVs.

Post time is set for Saturday at approximately 6:46 p.m. ET. For a full schedule of coverage of Kentucky Derby week coverage, click here.

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How to watch the Kentucky Derby with cable:

  • The Kentucky Derby (as well as Thursday’s coverage, Friday’s Kentucky Oaks card, and Saturday’s Derby undercard) can be viewed on NBC Sports with a participating pay TV provider login.

How to watch the Kentucky Derby without cable:

  • The Kentucky Derby will be shown on NBC, while Thursday coverage, Friday’s Kentucky Oaks card, and Saturday’s Derby undercard will be on NBCSN.
  • Stream both NBC (in select markets) and NBCSN with a subscription to DIRECTV NOWfuboTVSling TVHulu with Live TVPlayStation Vue and YouTube TV. You can also use your subscription to these services to authenticate NBC Sports.

Happy Streaming!

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Thursday, 3 May 2018

12 must-stream TV show premieres in May

12 must-stream TV show premieres in May

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12 must-stream TV show premieres in May

Posted: 02 May 2018 09:08 PM PDT

May is loaded with great TV. Look out for the miniseries Being Serena that gives a rare look at the life of Serena Williams and Patrick Melrose starring Benedict Cumberbatch. This month is even more exciting for Roku customers because National Streaming Day (May 20) is around the corner! We’ll share more on how you can celebrate and stream with us…for now you’ll want to take peek here.

So, whatcha watching?

MAY 2

Being Serena (miniseries) – A documentary series chronicling tennis icon Serena Williams at a pivotal moment in her personal and professional life. | HBO NOW

MAY 4

Dear White People – Dubbed one of the best new shows of 2017 by Variety, Dear White People is back for season 2: the remix. | Netflix

MAY 6

I’m Dying Up Here – Season 2 welcomes Brad Garrett to the cast of the 1970s-set series. | SHOWTIME

Sweetbitter – A new series based on the national bestseller. | STARZ

MAY 10

Safe – After his teenage daughter goes missing, widowed surgeon Tom Delaney (Michael C. Hall) begins unearthing dark secrets about the people closest to him. | Netflix

MAY 11

All Night – During an all-night, lock-in graduation party, a group of new grads will do whatever it takes to make their remaining high school dreams come true. | Hulu

MAY 12

Patrick Melrose (miniseries) – In a tour de force role, Benedict Cumberbatch plays the titular character who struggles to overcome the damage inflicted by a horribly abusive father and the mother who tacitly condoned his behavior. | SHOWTIME

MAY 13

Little Women (miniseries) – Follow sisters Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy March on their journey from childhood to adulthood. | PBS

MAY 28

The Bachelorette – Becca, a fan favorite from the last season of The Bachelor, takes center stage at this season’s bachelorette! | ABC, in select markets on DIRECTV NOWHulu with Live TVPlayStation VueSling TV

MAY 29

Animal Kingdom – Is time up for the Cody family? | Watch TNT or with a subscription to DIRECTV NOW, Hulu with Live TV, PlayStation Vue, Sling TV or YouTube TV.

MAY 30

American Ninja Warrior – Competitors tackle a series of challenging obstacle courses in both city qualifying and city finals rounds across the country. | NBC, in select markets on DIRECTV NOW, Hulu Live, Sling TV and PlayStation Vue

Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt – Season 4 updates us on Kimmy’s new tech start up job and Titus’ love life. | Netflix

Happy Streaming!

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Wednesday, 2 May 2018

Enter for a chance to win a 55″ TCL Roku TV for #StreamingDay!

Enter for a chance to win a 55″ TCL Roku TV for #StreamingDay!

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Posted: 01 May 2018 10:08 AM PDT

Tuesday, 1 May 2018

Roku Blog Feed: “Sanyo Roku TVs available in Canada” plus 1 more

Roku Blog Feed: “Sanyo Roku TVs available in Canada” plus 1 more

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Sanyo Roku TVs available in Canada

Posted: 01 May 2018 06:51 AM PDT

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Canadians can now get their hands on the first Sanyo Roku TVs! These TVs offer a great viewing experience at an attainable price.

The Sanyo Roku TVs are available online and are hitting Walmart shelves early May. Starting at C$248 and in screen sizes 32", 40", 43" and 50", these TVs offer Full HD resolution, 120 Brilliant Motion Rate to provide clear and vibrant images in fast action scenes, and wireless LAN 802.11ac MIMO for seamless streaming. All four TV models run on the easy-to-use Roku OS, giving users in Canada get access to 150,000+ movies and TV shows across 5,000+ free or paid channels.

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We're excited to get these first Sanyo Roku TVs in customer's hands! To learn more about Roku TV click here.

Happy Streaming!

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25 new movies coming to The Roku Channel in May

Posted: 30 Apr 2018 09:43 AM PDT

Every week, we publish a list of free movies to watch on The Roku Channel. This week, we’re highlighting a roundup of movies will be added to the channel in the month of May.

If you don't have The Roku Channel yet, click here to add the channel and start streaming for free!

FEATURED MOVIES COMING TO THE ROKU CHANNEL IN MAY:

Whiplash (2014): A promising young drummer enrolls at a cut-throat music conservatory where his dreams of greatness are mentored by an instructor who will stop at nothing to realize a student’s potential. Starring Miles teller and J.K. Simmons.

The Other Boleyn Girl (2008): Two sisters contend for the affection of King Henry VIII. Starring Natalie Portman and Scarlett Johansson.

Capote (2005): In 1959, Truman Capote learns of the murder of a Kansas family and decides to write a book about the case. While researching for his novel In Cold Blood, Capote forms a relationship with one of the killers, Perry Smith, who is on death row. Starring Philip Seymour Hoffman and Clifton Collins Jr.

Stuart Little (1999): The Little family adopt a charming young mouse named Stuart, but the family cat wants rid of him. Starring Michael J. Fox and Geena Davis.

Battle for Skyark (2016): On a dangerous future Earth filled with monsters, an orphan tries to escape back to SkyArk, a man-made city in the sky, but he soon learns that he has a much greater purpose. Starring Caon Mortenson and Garrett Coffey.

Reservoir Dogs (1992): After a simple jewelry heist goes terribly wrong, the surviving criminals begin to suspect that one of them is a police informant. Starring Harvey Keitel and Tim Roth.

OTHER FREE MOVIES COMING TO THE ROKU CHANNEL IN MAY:

All The King’s Men (2006): Based on the Robert Penn Warren novel. The life of populist Southerner Willie Stark, a political creature loosely based on Governor Huey Long of Louisiana. Starring Sean Penn, Jude Law and Kate Winslet.

Anaconda (1997): A “National Geographic” film crew is taken hostage by an insane hunter, who takes them along on his quest to capture the world’s largest – and deadliest – snake. Starring Jon Voight and Jennifer Lopez.

Attack The Block (2011): A teen gang in South London defend their block from an alien invasion. Starring John Boyega and Jodie Whittaker.

Beowulf (2007): The warrior Beowulf must fight and defeat the monster Grendel who is terrorizing Denmark, and later, Grendel’s mother, who begins killing out of revenge. Starring Ray Winstone, Crispin Glove, and Angelina Jolie.

Bully (2001): A pack of naïve teenagers conspire to murder a mutual friend, whose aggressive demeanor has proved too much. Starring Brad Renfro and Nick Stahl.

Cadillac Records (2008): Chronicles the rise of Chess Records and its recording artists. Starring Adrien Brody and Beyoncé.

Country Strong (2010): A rising country-music songwriter works with a fallen star to work their way to fame, causing romantic complications along the way. Starring Garrett Hedlund and Gwyneth Paltrow.

Foxcatcher (2014): U.S. Olympic wrestling champions and brothers Mark Schultz and Dave Schultz join “Team Foxcatcher”, led by eccentric multi-millionaire John du Pont, as they train for the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul, South Korea, but John’s self-destructive behavior threatens to consume them all. Starring Steve Carell and Channing Tatum.

Glory (1989): Robert Gould Shaw leads the U.S. Civil War’s first all-black volunteer company, fighting prejudices from both his own Union Army, and the Confederates. Starring Matthew Broderick and Denzel Washington.

Godzilla (1998): A giant, reptilian monster surfaces, leaving destruction in its wake. To stop the monster (and its babies), an earthworm scientist, his reporter ex-girlfriend, and other unlikely heroes team up to save their city. Starring Matthew Broderick and Jean Reno.

Just Before I Go (2014): On the verge of giving up on life, a guy travels to his hometown to make amends. Starring Seann William Scott and Olivia Thirby.

K-19: The Widowmaker (2002): When Russia’s first nuclear submarine malfunctions on its maiden voyage, the crew must race to save the ship and prevent a nuclear disaster. Starring Harrison Ford and Sam Spruell.

Never Back Down (2008): A frustrated and conflicted teenager arrives at a new high school to discover an underground fight club and meet a classmate who begins to coerce him into fighting. Starring Sean Faris and Djimon Hounsou.

Religulous (2008): Bill Maher’s take on the current state of world religion. Starring Bill Maher and Tal Bachman.

The Rum Diary (2011): American journalist Paul Kemp takes on a freelance job in Puerto Rico for a local newspaper during the 1960s and struggles to find a balance between island culture and the expatriates who live there. Starring Johnny Depp and Giovanni Ribisi.

Things You Can Tell Just By Looking At Her (2000): A study of the physical and emotional intricacies affecting the everyday lives of a very diverse group of women, and the strategies they adopt in coping with events – large and small, overt and hidden – which shape the way they live. Starring Glenn Close and Cameron Diaz.

Universal Soldier (1992): Private Luc Deveraux and his sadistic sergeant, Andrew Scott, got killed in Vietnam. The army uses their bodies for a secret project – reanimating dead soldiers as deadly obedient cyborgs. However, their memories come back too. Starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Dolph Lundgren.

You Got Served (2004): In order to achieve their dream of opening a recording studio, two friends (Omarion, Houston) must first win their city’s dance contest — a fierce competition that pits them against a group of tough street dancers. Starring Omarion Grandberry and J-Boog.

Z For Zachariah (2015): In the wake of a disaster that wipes out most of civilization, two men and a young woman find themselves in an emotionally charged love triangle as the last known survivors. Starring Chiwetel Ejiofor and Chris Pine.

Happy Streaming!

*Titles and availability are subject to change.

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