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The Masked Singer is back for its 12th season. Premiering on Sept. 25 on FOX at 8 ET/7 CT, the long-running show will feature some familiar faces, including judges Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, Rita Ora, and host Nick Cannon, all returning from Season 11. Of course, it wouldn't be The Masked Singer without some surprises, and there are a couple of new twists that will excite fans new and old.
At a Glance: How to Watch The Masked Singer
Airing on FOX, anyone with cable or an antenna should be able to watch The Masked Singerdepending on your region. If you've cut the cord or live somewhere without reliable access to terrestrial television stations, there are a few ways to watch the Season 12 premiere live.
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DirecTV Stream
If you're looking for the channel-surfing convenience of DirecTV without the hardware, DirecTV Stream is one of the best options; it carries local networks like FOX, as well as cable channels, and you can customize your package based on your needs.
FuboTV
FuboTV is a live-streaming service that is particularly popular with sports fans, and it carries essential local channels like FOX, though availability will vary by region. Plans start at $80/mo after the $50/mo introductory offer and the one-week free trial.
Sling
Sling TV is one of the most affordable live TV streamers, though there are some limitations, like a smaller selection of local channels. FOX is included, making it a suitable option for streaming The Masked Singer.
Hulu + LiveTV
Hulu + Live TV combines the best of streaming with live TV in one simple, straightforward package. It costs $76.99/mo after a 3-day free trial. Hulu will also carry the episode the day after the premiere.
If you want to catch up on old episodes of The Masked SingerTubi, owned by FOX, is a great option. The free, ad-supported streaming service includes live TV and news channels, although you won't be able to catch the premiere live on Tubi. The free streamer doesn't require a subscription and carries old episodes of The Masked Singer.
GE Indoor HD Digital TV Antenna
As a local channel in most markets, FOX is also available with a TV antenna. Aside from the initial cost, an antenna allows you to watch dozens of local channels for free. This option from GE mounts to the wall and connects to any TV with a cable/antenna port.
What's New For Season 12?
All of the judges from season 11, Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, Ken Jeong, and Rita Ora are returning, as is host Nick Cannon. The show is throwing a few new twists, though, including some clues to help fans figure out the singer's identities of her. The show is introducing ambassadors, who are contestants from previous seasons with a connection to the singer. Ambassadors confirmed for this season include Dick Van Dyke and Jewel.
Masks for this season from group A are Buffalo, Woodpecker, Leaf Sheep, Showbird, and Ship. Group Group B includes Chess Piece, Dust Bunny, Bluebell, Wasp, and Goo. The contestants from Group C are Sherlock Hound, Royal Knight, Strawberry Shortcake, Ice King, and Macaron.