Quick answer
Super Bowl LXI airs on ABC and ESPN, with a livestream on Disney+. Kickoff is 6:30 PM ET (3:30 PM PT) on Feb 14, 2027.
| Date | Sunday, February 14, 2027 |
|---|---|
| Kickoff | 6:30 PM ET (3:30 PM PT) |
| Venue | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California |
| TV | ABC and ESPN |
| Streaming | Disney+ |
| Halftime | To be announced |
What channel is the Super Bowl on?
Super Bowl LXI airs on ABC and ESPN in the United States. It is ESPN’s first Super Bowl production and ABC’s first Super Bowl since 2006. Kickoff is at 6:30 PM ET on Sunday, February 14, 2027.
| Channel | What it shows |
|---|---|
| ABC | Main English broadcast, free over the air |
| ESPN | Main English broadcast on cable |
| ESPN2 | The ManningCast with Peyton and Eli Manning |
| ESPN Deportes | Spanish-language broadcast |
How to stream the Super Bowl
You do not need cable to watch. These are the main ways to stream Super Bowl LXI in the US:
| Option | What you get | What you need |
|---|---|---|
| Disney+ | The ESPN and ABC broadcast in English, plus the ESPN Deportes Spanish broadcast | Any Disney+ plan in the US |
| ESPN app | Main broadcast, Spanish broadcast, the ManningCast and all Super Bowl Sunday studio shows | An ESPN subscription or a TV provider login |
| Live TV streaming services | ABC and ESPN live, like cable | A plan that includes ABC and ESPN in your area |
When to tune in
Super Bowl LXI kicks off at 6:30 PM ET (3:30 PM PT) on Sunday, February 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
How to watch the Super Bowl for free
The simplest free option is ABC with a TV antenna. ABC is a broadcast network, so if you live in range of your local ABC station, an indoor or outdoor antenna picks up the game in HD at no monthly cost. Check that your TV has a digital tuner and do a channel scan a few days before the game.
Some live TV streaming services offer free trials. If one is available when you sign up, it can cover game day, but check the terms and cancel before you are charged if you do not want to keep it.
How to watch the Super Bowl in Spanish
ESPN Deportes carries the Spanish-language broadcast. The same Spanish feed streams on Disney+ and in the ESPN app.
Who is calling Super Bowl LXI?
Joe Buck calls play-by-play with Troy Aikman as the analyst. Lisa Salters and Laura Rutledge report from the sidelines. Fans who want a lighter take can switch to the ManningCast on ESPN2.
How to watch the Super Bowl outside the US
Disney+ streams ESPN’s Super Bowl coverage in more than 55 international markets, including Spanish-speaking Latin America, Brazil, the Caribbean, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. ESPN’s TV channels carry the game in more than 130 countries and territories.
Kickoff often falls late at night or early on Monday morning outside the Americas. See the exact time for your city on our Super Bowl kickoff time page.
Super Bowl week coverage
ESPN and ABC set up “ESPN Beach” on Santa Monica State Beach as their broadcast hub for the week, starting February 8, 2027, with a free fan experience on the Santa Monica Pier.
How to watch the Super Bowl FAQ
Is the Super Bowl on Disney+?
Yes. Disney+ livestreams Super Bowl LXI on February 14, 2027. In the US every Disney+ subscriber can watch the ESPN and ABC broadcast and the ESPN Deportes Spanish broadcast.
Can I watch the Super Bowl for free?
Yes. ABC airs the game over the air, so a TV antenna lets you watch it free if you are in range of a local ABC station.
Is the Super Bowl on ESPN or ABC?
Both. ABC and ESPN carry the same main broadcast. ESPN2 shows the ManningCast and ESPN Deportes shows the game in Spanish.
Is the 2027 Super Bowl on Peacock, Paramount+ or Netflix?
No. The 2027 Super Bowl belongs to ESPN and ABC, so it streams on Disney+ and the ESPN app, not on Peacock, Paramount+ or Netflix.
What is the ManningCast?
The ManningCast is an alternate broadcast on ESPN2 hosted by former quarterbacks Peyton and Eli Manning, with live commentary and guests during the game.
Who are the Super Bowl LXI announcers?
Joe Buck and Troy Aikman call the game for ESPN and ABC, with Lisa Salters and Laura Rutledge as sideline reporters.