A BELOVED free TV service is shutting down in weeks as the exact date for closure is confirmed – but there’s another way to watch it.
Users are now seeing notifications when using the app, confirming the free streaming platform will disappear completely.
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Amazon Is closing down their popular App
Amazon plans to shut down its stand-alone Freevee app in August, according to an in-app notice to users.
The free, ad-supported streaming service is directing viewers to continue watching Freevee content on Prime Video.
The notice stated: “Prime Video is the new exclusive home for Freevee TV shows, movies and Live TV.
“The Freevee app will be accessible until August 2025. Continue watching your favorite Free Originals and our library of hit movies, shows, and live TV on Prime Video for free.
“No subscription needed. Download Prime Video to get started and sign-in with your Amazon account.”
This shutdown is happening worldwide, but many UK viewers rely on the service for their serving of Neighbours drama and other exclusive content.
The Freevee App explained
Originally launched in the US as Freedive back in 2019, it then became IMDb TV before finally becoming Freevee when it properly launched in the UK in 2022.
It is the company’s free alternative to Prime Video, with classic and original shows including Judy Justice and the reboot of Aussie soap Neighbours.
Popular original series also include Emmy-nominated reality comedy show Jury Duty, and crime show Bosch: Legacy.
These shows will now be accessible on Prime Video under the “Watch for Free” section.
Because although the app and brand is disappearing, the shows and movies are not.
Instead, they will live within Prime Video with a free label.
The Move Was Expected
The move doesn’t come as a surprise, as Amazon confirmed back in November 2024 that it was sunsetting the service and integrating its content into Prime Video.
Freevee content was already available through both apps and there had been murmurs earlier this year that the name could be axed after Prime introduced ads.
What you need to do
If you’re a Freevee user, you’ll need to get yourself sorted before August to keep watching your favs.
- Download the Prime Video app if you don’t already have it (it’s supported on almost every streaming device and Smart TV in the UK).
- Sign in with your Amazon account (or create a free one if you don’t already have one).
- Look for the “Watch for Free” label on content.
All the shows and films you’ve been enjoying on Freevee should still be available without requiring a Prime subscription.
Amazon said in a statement at the time that it had “Decided to phase out Freevee branding.
“There will be no change to the content available for Prime members, and a vast offering of free streaming content will still be accessible for non-Prime members.
“Including select Originals from Amazon MGM Studios, a variety of licensed movies and series, and a broad library of FAST Channels — all available on Prime Video.”
Instead of operating two separate services, the company is consolidating its streaming efforts around Prime Video.
