Welcome to BTPM+
BTPM+ is the brand-new, FREE streaming service from Buffalo Toronto Public Media — created with our Western New York and Southern Ontario communities in mind. Designed to be simple and accessible, BTPM+ puts award-winning programs from PBS and BTPM right at your fingertips.
Access thousands of additional dramas, documentaries, and more on BTPM+ with PBS Passport, our most popular member benefit, with your contribution of $5 per month or $60 per year.
BTPM+ is FREE on any device where it is available, including most TV streaming devices, smart TVs, phones, and tablets. Consult our helpful guide for instructions.
If you have any questions about accessing BTPM+ or need direct assistance getting set up, please feel free to reach out to our friendly Community and Donor Support representatives at 1-800-678-1873 (Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm), or via the BTPM Support Portal by submitting a ticket.
- Stream BTPM channels live, including BTPM PBS, BTPM Create, and BTPM PBS KIDS from the BTPM+ app on any device.
- Watch your beloved PBS and BTPM original productions on-demand and on your schedule.
- Catch up on all the most recent episodes of hit dramas, news programs, and documentaries currently airing on PBS.
- Enjoy all the aforementioned free benefits!
- Get extended access to thousands of episodes from past seasons of PBS shows you love like NOVA, Great Performances, and many more.
- Enjoy exclusive hand-picked series and movies from around the world, curated for you by the algorithm and our Content Distribution team.
- Your donation of $5/month or $60/year makes our high-quality PBS shows and local community programs possible!
Please note that livestream availability is limited and may not be accessible outside the United States.
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| Watch your favorite PBS and BTPM programs on-demand and on your schedule | ✓ |
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| Catch up on all the most recent episodes of hit dramas, public affairs programs, and documentaries | ✓ |
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| Stream BTPM channels live: BTPM PBS, BTPM Create, BTPM PBS Kids and more | ✓ |
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| Enjoy more shows and collections, only available on BTPM+ | ✓ |
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| Watch shows with minimal ad interruptions | ✓ |
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| Stream thousands of additional PBS and BTPM shows | ✓ |
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| Get exclusive access to hand-picked international series | ✓ |
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| Unlock early access to new series before broadcast | ✓ |
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| Binge-watch favorites like “All Creatures Great and Small” | ✓ |
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| Support BTPM and make PBS programs possible | ✓ |
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| Sign up for free | Get PBS Passport |
Watch on Demand
Stream on demand for free!
With BTPM+ you can watch:
- The latest episodes of Masterpiece mysteries and dramas
- The newest Ken Burns and Henry Louis Gates, Jr. documentaries and series
- New episodes of science and nature programs including Nature and NOVA
- Arts programs like Great Performances
- Beloved public affairs programming like PBS NewsHour, PBS News Weekend, Frontline, and Washington Week with The Atlantic
- Local productions like Kleinhans’ Gift to Buffalo, Compact History, Our Town, and so many more
These programs are all available to stream FREE on the BTPM+ app.
BTPM+ is locally curated, which means that our programming staff have combed through thousands of titles in the PBS library to make them easy to find and discover!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I delete my BTPM+ account?
Follow this link to complete the process.
Who is it for?
This app is for both members and non-members on both sides of the border using any device. There is, however, limited availability for international users just as there was when using the PBS app.
If I'm not a member, can I still use BTPM+?
Yes! Non-members can access a wide selection of free content, including all our original BTPM productions. While the selection of national content is limited, this is due to national PBS service agreements. Non-members in the United States can access the BTPM PBS, BTPM Create, and BTPM PBS Kids livestreams at no cost.
I'm a member and I want to use BTPM+, where do I begin?
That's great! You can sign into BTPM+ using your existing PBS account credentials. You’ll still have access to all the same programs you were watching on the PBS app. Going forward, we can make stronger and more accurate recommendations for your next watch.
I’m not a member and I don’t wish to create a PBS account. Can I watch anything on BTPM+?
No worries, you don’t need to create a PBS account to access BTPM+ with the mobile app or when using the web browser. When prompted to create an account, simply follow the instructions on-screen to bypass this process and start watching! Unfortunately, though, without creating an account, you won’t be able to add programs to your watchlist to view later.
Still have questions?
You can consult our BTPM+ guide, or feel free to reach out to our friendly Community and Donor Support representatives at 1-800-678-1873 (Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm), or via the BTPM Support Portal by submitting a ticket.