Love MTV? Wish there was a channel that dished out more of the fantastic reality, popular culture, and music programming? There’s a second MTV channel, appropriately named MTV2.
The second channel in the MTV family of channels began as a destination that exclusively played music videos. In the age of YouTube, finding a music video is even easier than tuning into a deep cut cable channel, so now, MTV2 specializes in more of what makes MTV great. Not only can you catch reruns of MTV original programming like The Challenge and True Life, but there are plenty of popular shows available as well. It’s a great place to catch classic sitcoms like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, The Wayans Bros., and Key and Peele.
Here’s everything you need to know to watch an MTV2 live stream.
Best Shows on MTV2
- Wild N’ Out
- Kingin’ It with Tyga
- Winter Break: Hunter Mountain
- 90’s House
- Shinesty
What is MTV2?
- Launched: August 1996
- Slogan: “Where the music’s at.”
- Genre: Music/Reality/Comedy
- Formally called: M2 (1996–1999)
- Parent Company: ViacomCBS
MTV2 live stream: How to watch MTV2 online
MTV2 is available on a few of the major live TV streaming services. When trying to decide which one is best for you, you’ll want to weigh the cost, the other channels you’ll receive, and the compatible devices for streaming.
MTV2 on Philo
Philo is a budget-minded streaming service, and depending on what channels you want, it might be right for you. In addition to MTV2, the 59 Philo channels lean decidedly toward entertainment, which is likely what you’re looking for. The Philo channel list includes AMC, Discovery, IFC, Lifetime, and the Paramount Network, all for $20 a month If you want to stream MTV2 you’re in luck: You can find it on Philo. Philo also comes with free cloud DVR, but shows recorded are deleted after 30 days, so binge responsibly.
| Monthly | $25 |
MTV2 on Sling TV
If you’re looking for a streamlined, cost-effective streaming package, check out Sling TV. It offers two basic cable packages, Sling Orange and Sling Blue, each of which costs $30 per month. There’s also the third option of getting Sling Orange + Blue for just $45 per month. You’ll get more Sling TV channels by choosing Sling Blue, with its 40 channels including sports favorites like FS1 and NBCSN and cable mainstays like Food Network and Discovery Channel. But Sling Orange brings must-haves Disney Channel and ESPN as part of its package. To gain access to MTV2, you’ll either need Sling Blue, Sling Orange, or Sling Orange + Blue as well as the Comedy Extra channel suite. Sling also has a number of add-ons, including robust international packages organized by languages all over the globe.
| Orange | $35 |
| Blue | $35 |
| Orange + Blue | $50 |
MTV2 on FuboTV
FuboTV started as a streaming service geared toward sports fans, but it’s evolved into a broadly-appealing option with entertainment and news options alongside its robust sports choices. Depending on the package, you can access as many as 180+ FuboTV channels. If you’re looking to be entertained, Bravo, IFC, MTV, and VH1 are options even at Fubo’s most basic tier. The Fubo channel list still includes plenty of sports, including the Fubo Sports Network, which has original programming mixing sports and humor. The FuboTV cost starts at $54.99 a month, and with Disney Media favorites like ABC, ESPN, and the Disney Channel now on board, some who were on the fence about Fubo are giving it another look.
To watch MTV2, you’ll want to sign up for the FuboTV Ultra level.
MTV2 on Vidgo
Vidgo offers a package for under $40 a month that pulls together more than 60 English-language channels into its National English Package. Vidgo channels include ABC, Fox, the ESPN family of channels (including ESPN Deportes), and it’s one of the few streaming services that carries BeIN Sports. But it’s like Fubo in that, even though it started out for streaming sports, it carries a lot more now. You might be surprised to know that Vidgo’s an option to stream MTV2—and then you chat about it online via Vidgo’s Social TV platform.
| English Premium Package | $66.33/ 3 months |
| English Plus Package | $53/ 3 months |
| Spanish Mas Package | $25/ 3 months |
MTV2 on AT&T TV Now
If you’re already looking to AT&T for your wireless needs, you might consider AT&T TV Now to cover streaming for you. AT&T TV Now channels start with Plus and Max, which even include HBO. Then, AT&T plans expand from there, approaching cable selection and pricing with AT&T TV Now’s biggest packages. AT&T streaming also comes with Cloud DVR, letting you record up to 20 hours of TV per month. If you want to watch MTV2, get in at the AT&T TV Now Entertainment tier to stream.
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