The Best Political TV Shows on Free Services

What it's about: Follows the misadventures of four irreverent grade-schoolers in the quiet, dysfunctional town of South Park, Colorado.

Where to Watch: 46 episodes (15%) are available to watch free online (Comedy Central & South Park). 297 episodes (98%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 15 episodes (5%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (Comedy Central). 302 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 8 services (iTunes, Google Play & 6 others).

What it's about: Several hundred years ago, humans were nearly exterminated by Titans. Titans are typically several stories tall, seem to have no intelligence, devour human beings and, worst of all, seem to do it for the pleasure rather than as a food source. A small percentage of humanity survived by walling themselves in a city protected by extremely high walls, even taller than the biggest Titans. Flash forward to the present and the city has not seen a Titan in over 100 years. Teenage boy Eren and his foster sister Mikasa witness something horrific as the city walls are destroyed by a Colossal Titan that appears out of thin air. As the smaller Titans flood the city, the two kids watch in horror as their mother is eaten alive. Eren vows that he will murder every single Titan and take revenge for all of mankind.

Where to Watch: 59 episodes (98%) are available to watch free online (Adult Swim, Crunchyroll & Tubi TV). 59 episodes (98%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Netflix, Hulu & Crunchyroll). 38 episodes (63%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (Adult Swim). 59 episodes (98%) are available to rent or buy from $0.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Google Play & 3 others).

What it's about: CIA officer Carrie Mathison is tops in her field despite being bipolar, which makes her volatile and unpredictable. With the help of her long-time mentor Saul Berenson, Carrie fearlessly risks everything, including her personal well-being and even sanity, at every turn.

Where to Watch: 1 episodes (1%) are available to watch free online (Showtime). 83 episodes (95%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Showtime & Hulu). 83 episodes (95%) are available to stream on a popular TV everywhere service (Showtime). 87 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 6 services (iTunes, Google Play & 4 others).

What it's about: Saitama is a hero who only became a hero for fun. After three years of “special” training, though, he’s become so strong that he’s practically invincible. In fact, he’s too strong—even his mightiest opponents are taken out with a single punch, and it turns out that being devastatingly powerful is actually kind of a bore. With his passion for being a hero lost along with his hair, yet still faced with new enemies every day, how much longer can he keep it going?

Where to Watch: 20 episodes (80%) are available to watch free online (Adult Swim, Crunchyroll & Tubi TV). 24 episodes (96%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Netflix & Hulu). 7 episodes (28%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (Adult Swim). 12 episodes (48%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 3 services (iTunes, Google Play & YouTube).

What it's about: Edward and Alphonse Elric's reckless disregard for alchemy's fun­damental laws ripped half of Ed's limbs from his body and left Al's soul clinging to a cold suit of armor. To restore what was lost, the brothers scour a war-torn land for the Philosopher's Sto­ne, a fabled relic which grants the ability to perform alchemy in impossible ways.The Elrics are not alone in their search; the corrupt State Military is also eager to harness the artifact's power. So too are the strange Homunculi and their shadowy creator. The mythical gem lures exotic alchemists from distant kingdoms, scarring some deeply enough to inspire murder. As the Elrics find their course altered by these enemies and allies, their purpose remains unchanged – and their bond unbreakable.

Where to Watch: 64 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Crunchyroll). 64 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Netflix & Hulu).

What it's about: Tom Kirkman, a low-level cabinet member is suddenly appointed President of the United States after a catastrophic attack during the State of the Union kills everyone above him in the Presidential line of succession.

Where to Watch: 5 episodes (9%) are available to watch free online (ABC). 53 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Netflix & Hulu). 43 episodes (81%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 8 services (iTunes, Google Play & 6 others).

What it's about: Everyone has secrets and Olivia Pope has dedicated her life to protecting and defending the public images of the elite by keeping those secrets under wraps. Pope and her team are at the top of their game when it comes to getting the job done for their clients, but it becomes apparent that these "gladiators in suits," who specialize in fixing the lives of other people, have trouble fixing those closest at hand -- their own.

Where to Watch: 5 episodes (4%) are available to watch free online (ABC). 124 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Netflix). 124 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 6 services (iTunes, Google Play & 4 others).

What it's about: After saving the life of the President, two secret service agents - Myka Bering and Pete Lattimer - find themselves assigned to the top secret Warehouse 13. The Warehouse is a massive, top secret facility that houses dangerous and fantastical objects. Together, Pete and Myka along with fellow agents Claudia, Steve Jinks and Warehouse caretaker Artie, must recover artifacts from around the globe before they can cause catastrophic damage.

Where to Watch: 64 episodes (98%) are available to watch free online (IMDb TV). 65 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 6 services (iTunes, Google Play & 4 others).

What it's about: Former CIA agent Elizabeth Faulkner McCord is suddenly thrust into the position of US Secretary of State where she must quickly learn to drive international diplomacy, wrangle office politics and balance a complex family life.

Where to Watch: 2 episodes (2%) are available to watch free online (CBS). 112 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Netflix & CBS All Access). 112 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 6 services (iTunes, Google Play & 4 others).

What it's about: Trevor Noah and The World's Fakest News Team tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and pop culture.

Where to Watch: 23 episodes (1%) are available to watch free online (Comedy Central & YouTube). 645 episodes (16%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (Comedy Central). 576 episodes (14%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Google Play & 3 others).

What it's about: The story of a young group of siblings pretty much abandoned by their parents, surviving by their wits - and humor - on a rough Manchester council estate. Whilst they won't admit it, they need help and find it in Steve, a young middle class lad who falls for Fiona, the oldest sibling, and increasingly finds himself drawn to this unconventional and unique family. Anarchic family life seen through the eyes of an exceptionally bright fifteen year old, who struggles to come of age in the context of his belligerent father, closeted brother, psychotic sister and internet porn star neighbors.

Where to Watch: 138 episodes (91%) are available to watch free online (Tubi TV). 138 episodes (91%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Prime Video & Hulu). 138 episodes (91%) are available to rent or buy from $0.99 on 1 service (Prime Video).

What it's about: A documentary news series with a taboo-breaking team who deliver incredible news stories from around the world.

Where to Watch: 3 episodes (3%) are available to watch free online (YouTube). 113 episodes (97%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (HBO). 113 episodes (97%) are available to stream on a popular TV everywhere service (HBO). 116 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 6 services (iTunes, Google Play & 4 others).

What it's about: The students of class 3-E have a mission: kill their teacher before graduation. He has already destroyed the moon, and has promised to destroy the Earth if he can not be killed within a year. But how can this class of misfits kill a tentacled monster, capable of reaching Mach 20 speed, who may be the best teacher any of them have ever had?

Where to Watch: 47 episodes (98%) are available to watch free online (Sony Crackle). 47 episodes (98%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 48 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $0.99 on 4 services (iTunes, Google Play & 2 others).

What it's about: A unique look inside the mind of an infamous serial killer with this cinematic self-portrait crafted from statements made by Ted Bundy, including present-day interviews, archival footage and audio recordings from death row.

Where to Watch: 8 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Tubi TV). 8 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Prime Video).

What it's about: Beavis and Butt-head are high school students whose lifestyles revolve around TV, junk food (usually nachos), shopping malls, heavy metal music, and trying to "score with chicks". Each show contains short cartoons centering on the duo who live in the fictitious town of Highland, Texas. The episodes are broken up by short breaks in which Beavis and Butt-head watch and make fun of music videos.

Where to Watch: 1 episodes (0%) are available to watch free online (MTV). 1 episodes (0%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Prime Video). 8 episodes (3%) are available to stream on a popular TV everywhere service (MTV). 52 episodes (22%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 6 services (iTunes, Google Play & 4 others).

What it's about: A skeptic is forced to work with a firm believer of the paranormal on unexplained occurrences in Los Angeles.

Where to Watch: 1 episodes (7%) are available to watch free online (FOX). 2 episodes (13%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 12 episodes (80%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (FOX). 14 episodes (93%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Google Play & 3 others).

What it's about: A young woman is recruited into a secret government agency to be “stitched” into the minds of the recently deceased, using their memories to investigate murders.

Where to Watch: 31 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Freeform). 31 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 4 services (iTunes, Google Play & 2 others).

What it's about: Former 1960s flower children Steven and Elyse Keaton raise their conservative son Alex, daughters Mallory and Jennifer, and later, youngest child Andrew.

Where to Watch: 10 episodes (6%) are available to watch free online (CBS). 180 episodes (99%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Prime Video & CBS All Access). 181 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $0.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Google Play & 3 others).

What it's about: 20-something Angus MacGyver creates a clandestine organization where he uses his knack for solving problems in unconventional ways to help prevent disasters from happening.

Where to Watch: 13 episodes (18%) are available to watch free online (CBS). 71 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a subscription service (CBS All Access). 66 episodes (93%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 8 services (iTunes, Google Play & 6 others).

What it's about: Come one, come all to The Circus. This real-time documentary series pulls back the curtain on the current political stories, revealing the intense, inspiring and infuriating stories behind the headlines. Key characters and events are presented in real time, as they are happening.

Where to Watch: 2 episodes (3%) are available to watch free online (Showtime). 61 episodes (98%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Showtime & Hulu). 61 episodes (98%) are available to stream on a popular TV everywhere service (Showtime). 49 episodes (79%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 7 services (iTunes, Google Play & 5 others).

What it's about: Murphy Brown is an American situation comedy

Where to Watch: 2 episodes (1%) are available to watch free online (CBS). 18 episodes (7%) are available to stream on a subscription service (CBS All Access). 12 episodes (5%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 1 service (Verizon).

What it's about: The Social Welfare Agency saves the lives of terminal patients using cybernetic implants. Then it teaches them to kill. After surviving the slaughter of her family, young Henrietta awakens to her new life at the Agency with a rebuilt body and no memory. Teamed with Jose, who is responsible for turning her into the perfect assassin, Henrietta’s been given a second chance—but at what cost?

Where to Watch: 13 episodes (46%) are available to watch free online (Tubi TV). 28 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Netflix). 28 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 3 services (iTunes, Google Play & Prime Video).

What it's about: Duck Dynasty is an American reality television series on A&E. It shows the lives of the Robertson family, who became wealthy from their family-operated business, Duck Commander, operated in West Monroe, Louisiana, which makes products for duck hunters, primarily the duck call named Duck Commander. The Robertson men, brothers Phil and Si, and Phil's sons Jase, Willie, and Jep, are known for their long beards. The business began in a family shed, where Phil Robertson spent 25 years making duck calls from Louisiana cedar trees. His son Willie is now the CEO of the company. The family was previously featured on the series Benelli Presents Duck Commander and its spin-off Buck Commander, which still airs on the Outdoor Channel.The show has broken several ratings records on both A&E and cable television as a whole; the fourth season premiere drew 11.8 million viewers, the most-watched nonfiction cable telecast in history.

Where to Watch: 131 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (A&E, Tubi TV, YouTube & 1 other). 42 episodes (32%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Prime Video & Hulu). 126 episodes (96%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (A&E). 131 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 7 services (iTunes, Google Play & 5 others).

What it's about: The year is Post Disaster 323. More than 300 years after a great war between Earth and Mars known as the "Calamity War", Mars has been successfully terraformed and colonized by humans. However even with the technological advancements, the humans on Mars crave freedom against the government of Earth and seek to improve their livelihoods. Furthermore, while most of Mars' nations have received autonomy, the planet is virtually dependent on Earth for economic development. A young orphan named Mikazuki Augus is part of a group of children who work for the civilian security company Chryse Guard Security, entrusted with the safety of the Martian Princess Kudelia Aina Bernstein, who has plans for her nation of Chryse to secure independence from Earth. One day, the group was attacked by the Earth Military organization Gjallarhorn, which aims to stop the Martian independence movement. During the attack, the leader of the children and the Third Army Division within CGS, Orga Itsuka, decides to rebel against the adults and higher-ups who had escaped and left the children and foot-soldiers to remain and fight as decoys. Augus must now choose to either follow his friends, or his mission as he stumbles into the legendary mobile suit: the Gundam Barbatos.

Where to Watch: 50 episodes (67%) are available to watch free online (Crunchyroll). 50 episodes (67%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 63 episodes (84%) are available to rent or buy from $0.99 on 4 services (iTunes, Google Play & 2 others).

What it's about: Human Trafficking is a television miniseries about an American Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent going undercover to stop an organization from trafficking people, and shows the struggles of three trafficked women. It premiered in the United States on Lifetime Television on October 24 and 25, 2005 and was broadcast in Canada on Citytv on January 2 and 3, 2006. It stars Mira Sorvino, Donald Sutherland, Rémy Girard, and Robert Carlyle.

Where to Watch: 2 episodes (50%) are available to watch free online (Tubi TV).

What it's about: The legend of the Four Dragons and the origin of the land has been passed down for generations in the land of Kouka. Currently, Hiryuu Palace has no one else next in line for the throne other than the fifteen year old princess, Yona, who had been raised with care.Finally, the night of her sixteenth birthday arrives. She expects it to be a wonderful day spent with her peace-loving father, Il, her servant and friend Hak, and her cousin Soo-won, who she had feelings for... However... That night, Yona goes to visit her father to tell him how she really feels, because he opposes to her getting married to Soo-won. However, when she gets to her room, she encounters a shocking truth. The destinies of Yona and the Four Dragons entwine in this period drama fantasy romance!

Where to Watch: 24 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Crunchyroll). 24 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 24 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Google Play & 3 others).

What it's about: A satire of the hyperbolic, conspiracy-laden noise machine that is the alternative-media landscape on both the right and left.

Where to Watch: 6 episodes (5%) are available to watch free online (Comedy Central). 112 episodes (85%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (Comedy Central). 106 episodes (81%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Google Play & 3 others).

What it's about: Each day the President is faced with dozens of life and death decisions, and to prioritize the biggest international crises facing the country, one top CIA analyst - Charleston Tucker - assembles the President's Daily Briefing.This list of the most vital security issues facing the nation brings with it moral and political judgment calls for Charleston and her trusted group of brilliant analysts at the agency. Aside from the political minefields she has to walk, Charlie has a close personal relationship with the President because she was once engaged to her son before a tragic terrorist attack took his life. Charlie survived that attack and is now determined to bring the perpetrators to justice.Navigating a complex personal life and a pressure-cooker profession is, of course, a challenge, and Charlie sometimes engages in boundary-pushing behavior to avoid facing her grief. But when the clock strikes 2 a.m., she is all about her job - protecting her nation, serving her president and still trying to get to the bottom of her fiancé's murder that will reveal itself as a shocking mystery.

Where to Watch: 13 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (NBC). 13 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 6 services (iTunes, Google Play & 4 others).

What it's about: The Border is a Canadian drama that aired on CBC Television and 20 other TV networks worldwide. It was created by Peter Raymont, Lindalee Tracey, Janet MacLean and Jeremy Hole of White Pine Pictures. The Executive in Charge of Production is Janice Dawe. Episodes in the first season were directed by John Fawcett, Michael DeCarlo, Ken Girotti, Kelly Makin, Brett Sullivan and Philip Earnshaw. The first season had a total budget of 20 million dollars, with about 1.5 million dollars per episode.The series is set in Toronto and follows agents of the fictitious Immigration and Customs Security agency. ICS was created by the Government of Canada to deal with trans-border matters concerning Canadian national security including terrorism and smuggling.The cancellation of The Border was announced by the CBC after three seasons were aired.

Where to Watch: 38 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Tubi TV). 33 episodes (87%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Prime Video). 33 episodes (87%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 1 service (Prime Video).

What it's about: Through dramatic reconstructions and his own passionate narration, Dr. David Starkey, the controversial Tudor historian, profiles the six women who married Henry Vlll.

Where to Watch: 2 episodes (33%) are available to watch free online (Tubi TV). 4 episodes (67%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Prime Video & BritBox). 4 episodes (67%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 3 services (iTunes, Prime Video & Vudu).

What it's about: Humanity has found a way to achieve infinite energy by using coils to draw it from the fourth plane: dimension "W". With the production of coils having been monopolized by the New Tesla energy company, freelance collectors are hired to find and remove any illegal, unofficial coils.This is the story of collector Kyōma, who also happens to have a huge hatred towards coils. During one of his missions he stumbles upon a female android that perceives herself as being human, leading the two to enter an unlikely partnership.

Where to Watch: 12 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Tubi TV). 12 episodes (100%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Hulu). 12 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 4 services (iTunes, Google Play & 2 others).

What it's about: Danger Man is a British television series which was broadcast between 1960 and 1962, and again between 1964 and 1968. The series featured Patrick McGoohan as secret agent John Drake. Ralph Smart created the programme and wrote many of the scripts. Danger Man was financed by Lew Grade's ITC Entertainment.

Where to Watch: 57 episodes (66%) are available to watch free online (Shout Factory TV). 1 episodes (1%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Prime Video).

What it's about: Painkiller Jane is an American-Canadian science fiction and action television series based on the comic book character of the same name. Airing on the Sci Fi Channel in the US starting April 13, 2007 and Global in Canada, it starred Kristanna Loken as the titular character. On August 15, 2007, it was canceled after one season of 22 episodes.

Where to Watch: 22 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Tubi TV). 22 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 2 services (iTunes & Prime Video).

What it's about: President Trump is bypassing the crooked media by hosting a late-night show direct from the Oval Office. No unfair questions from reporters, no awkward photo ops with German ladies, and no bedtimes. The weekly series will have the best guests, the “hottest women,” and only the nicest of questions.

Where to Watch: 4 episodes (13%) are available to watch free online (Comedy Central). 21 episodes (66%) are available to stream on a subscription service (Comedy Central Now). 26 episodes (81%) are available to stream on a TV everywhere service (Comedy Central). 30 episodes (94%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 6 services (iTunes, Google Play & 4 others).

What it's about: Tom Goes to the Mayor is an American animated television series created by Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim for Cartoon Network's late night programming block, Adult Swim. It premiered on November 14, 2004 and ended on September 25, 2006, with a total of thirty episodes.

Where to Watch: 30 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Adult Swim). 30 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 1 service (iTunes).

What it's about: The World Wars tells the story of three decades of war told through the eyes of various men who were its key players: Roosevelt, Hitler, Patton, Mussolini, Churchill, Tojo, DeGaulle and MacArthur. The series examines the two wars as one contiguous timeline starting in 1914 and concluding in 1945 with these unique individuals coming of age in World War I before ultimately calling the shots in World War II.

Where to Watch: 3 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Tubi TV). 3 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $8.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Google Play & 3 others).

What it's about: "ACCA" is a giant unified syndicate residing in a kingdom split into 13 autonomous regions. ACCA was formed back when there was threat of a coup d'etat, and has continued to protect the peace for almost one hundred years. Jean Otus, vice-chairman of the inspections department at ACCA headquarters, wanders through the 13 districts, checking to see if there is any foul play afoot. His quiet everyday life slowly gets swallowed up into the world's conspiracies!

Where to Watch: 12 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Crunchyroll). 12 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 1 service (Prime Video).

What it's about: The third daughter, Princess Chiu Yeung, of the Tang Emperor, is known throughout the kingdom for her beauty, but she is also known for her unreasonable and stubborn personality. For this reason, no one wants to marry her - that is, until the second son of the formerly wealthy Kam family, Kam Dor Luk, is persuaded to marry her to save the family business. Princess Chiu Yeung resists the arrangement but realizes that it is a better alternative than being forced to marry the Tibetan king as schemed by her father's evil concubine. When the princess moves in with her personal servants after the marriage, family drama and conflict ensues, but is Princess Chiu Yeung stubborn enough to stay and win the heart of her new husband?

Where to Watch: 32 episodes (100%) are available to watch free online (Tubi TV).