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It's hard to believe, but the American Music Awards turn 50 this year.
From a medley to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Mariah Carey's The Emancipation of Mimi to special performances from Brad Paisley, Green Day, and Gladys Knight, there's no shortage of milestone musical moments to celebrate at this year's special. Airing tonight on CBS and streaming online, the 2024 AMAs special will also feature performances from Stray Kids, Kane Brown, Chaka Khan, Raye, and more artists. The awards, meanwhile, will return next May in 2025.
At a Glance: How to Watch 2024 American Music Awards Special Online
For the 50th anniversary of the annual ceremony, viewers can expect “an evening celebrating half a century of groundbreaking music, iconic moments, unforgettable performances and rich pop-culture history,” as a release puts it. Want to tune into the live broadcast? Here's where to stream tonight's 2024 AMAs anniversary special — no cable necessary.
How to Watch American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special Online
All of the below streaming services carry local channels, including CBS, to watch tonight's AMAs special. Read on for our simple streaming guide.
Watch American Music Awards Special on DirecTV Stream
The AMAs 50th Anniversary Special will also be available to stream with a DirecTV Stream Choice package. The subscription carries CBS and 125+ stations, making it easy to watch the broadcast without traditional cable. The streamer currently offers a $60 discount on your first three months of streaming — meaning you're spending $88.99 per month. Plans include a five-day free trial.
Watch American Music Awards Special on Fubo
Watch the American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special tonight with a fuboTV Pro subscription plan. Packages carry CBS and other local networks alike, starting at $59.99 a month for the first month, $79.99 a month after that. Fubo also offers unlimited DVR storage, and a seven-day free trial.
Watch American Music Awards Special on Hulu + Live TV
You can watch tonight's American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special for free with Hulu + Live TV. The streaming bundle, which includes 95 channels like CBS, along with Disney+ and ESPN+, comes with a three-day trial, then costs $76.99 a month.
Watch American Music Awards Special on Paramount+ With Showtime
Paramount+ will air the American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special the day after it airs, but fans can still watch the ceremony live with a Paramount+ with Showtime plan. The package costs $12.99 per month, while the Paramount+ Essential subscription costs $7.99 per month.
What Time Are the AMAs Special Tonight?
The American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special air live on CBS and stream on Paramount+ with Showtime tonight starting at 8 pm ET / 5 pm PT. According to a press release, Carrie Underwood, Gloria Estefan, Jimmy Kimmel, and Jennifer Lopez are also expected to make appearances during the awards show tonight.
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