World's Best TV
Entertainment
Stream your PBS favorites PLUS international dramas curated by Seattle's KCTS 9
- Rating
- 3.9
- 264 ratings
- Downloads
- 134K+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- No in-app purchases
- Updated
- Sep 23
- 2026 · v2.9.0
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About World's Best TV
Enjoy the World's Best TV – your PBS favorites PLUS quality scripted dramas from around the world – with this nonprofit streaming service curated by Seattle's PBS station, KCTS 9.
Watch the latest PBS episodes for for free. Or become a member and enjoy our complete catalog.
In addition to the high-quality fare you expect from PBS (Masterpiece, NOVA, PBS NewsHour, Nature), binge-watch an ever-growing selection of diverse dramas from around the world.
Immerse yourself in stories about ...
– a rebellious princess from Imperial China
– hardboiled detectives in Cuba's capital
– rival cocoa-growing dynasties from the Ivory Coast
– a heart-touching romance between Belgian chocolatiers
– the complex world of international diplomacy and the fight against terrorism
– a seemingly normal mom and dad who lead a double-life as fascist secret agents in 1970's Chile
– police procedurals from Poland, Israel, Canada and much, much more
Most international programs are presented in their original language with English subtitles.
As a public media streaming service, we invite our users to help us shape programming decisions. Please join us to help craft a mix of the most thoughtful, exciting and worthwhile television on the planet.
Local PBS station membership is tax-deductible in the United States.
Watch the latest PBS episodes for for free. Or become a member and enjoy our complete catalog.
In addition to the high-quality fare you expect from PBS (Masterpiece, NOVA, PBS NewsHour, Nature), binge-watch an ever-growing selection of diverse dramas from around the world.
Immerse yourself in stories about ...
– a rebellious princess from Imperial China
– hardboiled detectives in Cuba's capital
– rival cocoa-growing dynasties from the Ivory Coast
– a heart-touching romance between Belgian chocolatiers
– the complex world of international diplomacy and the fight against terrorism
– a seemingly normal mom and dad who lead a double-life as fascist secret agents in 1970's Chile
– police procedurals from Poland, Israel, Canada and much, much more
Most international programs are presented in their original language with English subtitles.
As a public media streaming service, we invite our users to help us shape programming decisions. Please join us to help craft a mix of the most thoughtful, exciting and worthwhile television on the planet.
Local PBS station membership is tax-deductible in the United States.
What’s new
Version 2.9.0 · Updated September 23, 2026
App speed has been improved, including faster home page loading and smoother browsing. Video playback controls have been updated, with language track selection and audio description options available for supported content. Content pages have been refreshed to make featured shows easier to find, browse, and watch. Many other bug fixes and improvements.
Frequently asked questions
What can I watch on the World's Best TV streaming service?
You can watch PBS favorites and quality scripted dramas from around the world.
How can I watch the latest PBS episodes?
You can watch the latest PBS episodes for free.
Can I become a member of the streaming service?
Yes, you can become a member and enjoy the complete catalog.
What types of dramas are available on the streaming service?
There is an ever-growing selection of diverse dramas from around the world, including stories about a rebellious princess, hardboiled detectives, rival cocoa-growing dynasties, Belgian chocolatiers, international diplomacy, and undercover agents.
Are international programs in their original language?
Yes, most international programs are presented in their original language with English subtitles.
Can users help shape programming decisions?
Yes, as a public media streaming service, users are invited to help shape programming decisions.
Is the membership fee tax-deductible in the United States?
Yes, the local PBS station membership fee is tax-deductible in the United States.
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