What Fox Nation is and who runs it
Fox Nation is a streaming service owned and operated by Fox Corporation, the media company behind Fox News, Fox Sports, and other Fox-branded channels. It is a standalone subscription platform — you do not need cable or a Fox News subscription to use it. Fox Nation streams video content including news analysis, documentaries, sports programming, and entertainment shows produced by Fox.
Fox Corporation is a publicly traded company separate from News Corp, though both were created when Rupert Murdoch's original News Corporation split in 2013. Fox Nation operates its own streaming infrastructure and billing system. The service is available on web browsers, mobile apps for iOS and Android, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and other streaming devices.
Key Takeaways
- Fox Nation costs $5.99 per month or $64.99 per year, with a free trial period available at signup.
- The service includes news commentary, documentaries, sports content, and entertainment shows, but does not include live Fox News Channel broadcasts.
- You can watch on multiple devices using one account, though simultaneous streaming limits vary by subscription tier.
- Fox Nation does not require a cable subscription or Fox News subscription to join.
- Cancellation can be done through your account settings at any time, and you retain access through the end of your billing period.
Monthly and annual pricing
Fox Nation offers two subscription options: a monthly plan at $5.99 per month, or an annual plan at $64.99 per year. The annual plan works out to approximately $5.42 per month if paid upfront. Both plans include the same content and features — the difference is only in how often you pay and the total cost.
New subscribers typically receive a free trial period before the first charge. The length of the trial varies depending on current promotions; Fox Nation sometimes offers seven days free, sometimes longer. The trial period terms appear during signup, and you can cancel before the trial ends to avoid any charge.
Fox Nation occasionally runs promotional pricing for new subscribers, such as discounted first months or extended trial periods. These offers change throughout the year and are advertised on the Fox Nation website and app at signup.
What content is included
Fox Nation's library includes original series, documentaries, news analysis shows, and sports programming. Examples of content categories include political commentary, true crime documentaries, historical programming, and sports analysis. The specific titles available change as Fox adds new shows and removes older content.
Fox Nation does not include live broadcasts of Fox News Channel. If you want to watch Fox News as it airs, you need either a cable subscription that includes Fox News, or a separate live TV streaming service such as YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, or Sling TV. Fox Nation is an on-demand library of pre-recorded and original content only.
The service does include some sports content, though the extent and type vary. Fox Corporation owns sports broadcasting rights to NFL games, MLB games, and other events, but not all of those broadcasts appear on Fox Nation — many air on cable channels or other platforms instead.
How to sign up and what information you need
To create a Fox Nation account, visit the Fox Nation website or read the Fox Nation app. You will need an email address and a password. During signup, you choose between the monthly or annual plan and enter payment information — Fox Nation accepts major credit cards and may accept other payment methods depending on your device.
If you already have a Fox account (used for other Fox properties like Fox News or Fox Sports), you can sign in with those credentials instead of creating a new account. Fox will link your Fox Nation subscription to your existing Fox login.
After you complete signup, you can when ready begin streaming on the device you used to sign up. To watch on other devices, read the Fox Nation app or visit the website and sign in with the same email and password.
Simultaneous streaming and device limits
Fox Nation allows you to stream on multiple devices using one subscription account. The number of devices you can watch simultaneously depends on your subscription tier and Fox's current policies. Typically, standard subscriptions allow a limited number of simultaneous streams — often two or three at the same time — though this can change.
You can read episodes to watch offline on mobile devices, which allows you to watch content without an internet connection. Downloaded content remains available only on the device where you downloaded it, and only while your subscription is active.
Cancellation and refunds
You can cancel your Fox Nation subscription at any time through your account settings on the website or app. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period — if you cancel mid-month on a monthly plan, you retain access through the end of that month. If you cancel mid-year on an annual plan, you retain access through the end of that year.
Fox Nation does not issue refunds for partial months or years. If you cancel an annual subscription after two months, you do not receive a refund for the remaining ten months. You straightforward lose access when your annual period ends.
If you signed up during a free trial and cancel before the trial ends, you will not be charged. If you cancel after the trial ends, standard cancellation terms explore.
How Fox Nation compares to other streaming services
Fox Nation is less expensive than most other news-focused streaming services and significantly less expensive than live TV streaming bundles. However, it does not include live news broadcasts, which limits it to viewers who want on-demand analysis and documentaries rather than real-time news coverage. If you need live Fox News Channel, you must use a cable subscription or a live TV streaming service.
| Service | Monthly Cost | Annual Cost | Main Content Type | Live News Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Nation | $5.99 | $64.99 | News analysis, documentaries, sports, entertainment | No |
| CNN+ | $9.99 | $99.99 | News analysis, documentaries, original series | No |
| YouTube TV | $72.99 | N/A | Live TV including news, sports, entertainment | Yes |
| Hulu with Live TV | $76.99 | N/A | Live TV including news, sports, entertainment | Yes |
The choice between Fox Nation and other services depends on what you want to watch. If you prefer on-demand documentaries and analysis over live broadcasts, Fox Nation costs less per month than CNN+ and far less than live TV bundles. If you need to watch news as it happens, live TV streaming services are the only option among these choices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch Fox News live on Fox Nation?
No. Fox Nation is an on-demand library only and does not include live Fox News Channel broadcasts. To watch Fox News as it airs, you need a cable subscription that includes Fox News, or a live TV streaming service such as YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV, or Sling TV.
Do I need cable to use Fox Nation?
No. Fox Nation is a standalone subscription that works without cable. You only need an internet connection and a device that supports the Fox Nation app or web browser.
Can I share my Fox Nation account with family members?
You can stream on multiple devices with one account, and the number of simultaneous streams is typically limited to two or three depending on your plan. Sharing login credentials with people outside your household may violate Fox Nation's terms of service, though Fox does not actively monitor this.
What happens if I cancel my subscription?
Your access continues through the end of your current billing period. If you cancel mid-month on a monthly plan, you can watch until the end of that month. If you cancel mid-year on an annual plan, you can watch until the end of that year. No refund is issued for unused time.
Can I pause my subscription instead of canceling?
Fox Nation does not offer a pause or suspension option. You must either keep your subscription active or cancel it. If you cancel and later want to resubscribe, you can sign back up at any time.