About Retro Tube
We help classic TV fans find, watch and enjoy the shows they love — mostly for free.
The shows we grew up with never really went away. Old sitcoms, westerns and game shows play every day on free antenna channels and free streaming apps. The hard part is knowing where to look.
Retro Tube is an independent US blog made by classic TV fans, for classic TV fans. We tell you where your favorite shows are playing today, which free channels are worth finding, and how to make a 1960s show look right on a 2020s TV.
What we cover
Classic sitcoms
The best comedies of every decade, and where to start with each one.
Westerns & game shows
Cowboys, cattle drives, big prizes and blinking lights.
Watch guides
Free antenna networks, free apps and simple TV settings.
How we work
- Fans first. Every guide starts from a real question: "where can I watch Gunsmoke?", "why does my old show look stretched?"
- Free first. We always show you the free way to watch before any paid option.
- Independent. No network or streaming service pays for coverage or approves what we publish.
- Kept current. Channel lineups and app libraries change often, so we revisit guides and show the last-updated date on every article.
- Legal viewing only. We only recommend licensed channels and apps.
Read our full editorial policy for the details.
Start here
New here? Begin with the free classic TV channels on your antenna, then read the best classic sitcoms by decade and how to make old shows look great on a modern TV. We currently have 10 in-depth guides — browse them all on the articles page or see our rankings.
Get in touch
Know where a lost classic is streaming, or spotted something out of date? We read every message. Contact the team.