The best TV shows on Local Now right now are Deep Undercover, Motive to Murder, Topper and Being Eve. Each series is worth streaming this month because it covers a different mood, from true crime to classic comedy to teen drama. Local Now is Allen Media Group's free ad-supported service that pairs local news and weather with movies, shows and 300-plus channels. Local Now Support states that all movies, TV shows, streaming channels and everything on its service is completely free, so viewers can watch without a subscription support page explaining free access.
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- Which true-crime series should you start with?
- Looking for a light classic comedy?
- Is there a teen or family drama option?
- How does free viewing work in practice?
Which true-crime series should you start with?
Deep Undercover follows former FBI agent Joe Pistone through undercover cases. Local Now lists episodes covering Hells Angels, Cali and Medellin cartel stings and Mafia hitman investigations show page for Deep Undercover.
Motive to Murder takes a broader case-file approach. It examines real murder cases, including crimes of passion, serial killers and mass shootings. Start with Deep Undercover for an investigator-led story, then try Motive to Murder for standalone cases.
Looking for a light classic comedy?
Topper is the TV-G 1954 comedy about banker Cosmo Topper and ghosts George and Marion Kerby. Local Now lists the series as a classic comedy about the Kerbys urging Topper to enjoy life show page for Topper.
The humor is gentle and episodic. Episodes work well for short evening viewing. It also suits family households that want older broadcast-style comedy.
Is there a teen or family drama option?
Being Eve is a TV-PG 2001 teen drama from New Zealand. It follows 15-year-old Eve Baxter, an amateur philosopher dealing with school, family and relationships.
The series keeps stories small and character-driven. It fits viewers who like coming-of-age shows. It also offers a change of pace from crime-heavy streaming lists.
How does free viewing work in practice?
Local Now is free but ad-supported and location-personalized. The Clark.com review notes that it works through its app on Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, Android and iOS and smart TVs Clark.com review of supported devices.
- Watch on a streaming player, phone, tablet or smart TV app
- Expect ad breaks because the service has no paid no-ads tier
- Allow location access for local news, weather, sports and traffic