Philo has once again expanded its free channel lineup. The latest expansion adds another ten channels to the FAST lineup, including dedicated channels for fans of Judge Judy and Deal or No Deal.
What You Need to Know
- Philo has expanded its free FAST lineup again, adding ten new options including Judge Judy, Deal or No Deal, Fear Factor, and more.
- The new additions unlock access to more Black cinema, Westerns, true crime, classic TV, and game shows.
- All of the new FAST channels are available to free users, as well as paid Essential and Bundle+ subscribers.
Philo may have only launched its free service in May 2024, but it has quickly expanded in terms of the variety of channels users have access to, growing from 70 at launch to more than 130.
Now, with another ten FAST channels added to that list, Philo free users have access to even more content, with all of the newest channels now accessible in the Guide section of the website and app.
Here’s a rundown of the latest additions to the Philo Free tier:
- 365BLK: The home of blockbuster movies and hit series that spotlight Black voices and talent, including I Am Legend, Purple Rain, Queen Sugar, Crash, Monster’s Ball, Jackie Brown, Dear White People, Madea’s Family Reunion, and In The Heat of The Night.
- Hot Bench: From the team behind Judge Judy, a twist on the courtroom genre with the first-ever three-judge panel deliberating over cases amongst themselves, where ultimately majority rules!
- Judge Judy: Judge Judy Sheindlin, a former judge from New York, tackles actual, small claims cases with her no-nonsense attitude
- OUTLAW: The destination for iconic Westerns and legendary tales of the frontier, featuring classic theatricals like Unforgiven, Chisum, Pale Rider, and Wyatt Earp.
- PAM GRIER’S SOUL FLIX: Celebrate the heroes and legacy of Black cinema with classic films that inspire, empower, and highlight resilience, curated through Grier’s unique perspective as a cultural icon and trailblazer.
- Real Crime Uncovered: A first-hand look at groundbreaking criminal cases, in-depth investigations, along with compelling documentaries.
- Deal or No Deal: The groundbreaking hit game show where contestants play and deal for a top cash prize in a contest of nerves, luck, and raw intuition.
- Fear Factor: Contestants overcome their fears in a series of challenges, and the winner receives $50,000 USD.
- Spooks (MI-5): Step into the thrilling world of M.I.5 – known to insiders simply as ‘Five’ – the clandestine security service, and the people who make up the elite team.
- The Osbournes: Time-warp to 2002 and follow the domestic life of Ozzy, Sharon, their children Jack and Kelly, and the dogs.
Along with those using Philo to stream content for free, all of these new FAST channels are also available to those signed up and paying for either Essential or Bundle+.
These channels follow the addition of another six channels in March, with the previous batch unlocking access to more entertainment and true crime content.



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