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| March 2026 |
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| JUST FOR YOU |
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Discover Free Streaming Options That Fit Your Viewing Style
Curious about ways to stream TV without adding another monthly bill? This month's Streaming Spotlight highlights free streaming services that offer live channels plus thousands of on demand shows and movies, all supported by ads.
Want to see how it works? Watch our video to explore your options and find free streaming services that fit your viewing style. Don’t forget to visit focusbroadband.com/streaming to discover services and devices that best match how you love to watch TV.
How Many Devices Rely on Your Wi-Fi Network?
Homes today are buzzing with activity. Phones, tablets, smart TVs, laptops, gaming systems — even kitchen gadgets like air fryers — are all sharing the same internet connection! Many households now have 15 or more devices online at once, and when everyone is streaming, gaming, or working at the same time, your network needs to be ready to keep everything running seamlessly.
Using the Plume Home app makes managing your network simple by allowing you to see every device connected to your Wi-Fi, prioritizing bandwidth for specific activities, and providing tools to optimize your network — all from your phone! With gigabit speeds and smarter network management, your whole household can stream, game, work, learn or even cook on connected devices without interruptions.
Learn more by visiting focusbroadband.com/premiumwifi or call 910-755-1967 to upgrade today!
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Not sure where to start? We’ve created a short step-by-step video tutorial that walks you through everything you need to know. In just a few minutes, you'll learn how to navigate the portal and make the most of your account features.
Watch the video today and see how simple managing your account can be.
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| FRESH FROM THE THEATER |
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Wicked: For Good PG – The final chapter of the untold story of the witches of Oz begins with Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda (Ariana Grande) estranged and living with the consequences of their choices. Elphaba, now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, while Glinda lives at the palace in Emerald City. They will need to truly see each other, with honesty and empathy, if they are to change themselves, and all of Oz, for good. (Peacock, March 20th Premiere)
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants PG – SpongeBob and his Bikini Bottom friends set sail in their biggest cinematic event ever. Desperate to be a big guy, SpongeBob wants to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs by following The Flying Dutchman — a mysterious swashbuckling ghost pirate — on a seafaring comedy-adventure that takes him to the deepest depths of the deep sea, where no Sponge has gone before. (Paramount+, Now Streaming) |
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The Madison TV-MA – From Taylor Sheridan, executive producer of Yellowstone and Landman, comes this heartfelt exploration of human connection starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell. It focuses on a New York family as they navigate profound sorrow and rebuild their lives after a tragedy. They process their grief while visiting the Madison River valley of central Montana. (Paramount+, March 14th Premiere)
Young Sherlock NR – Witness the legendary origin story of Sherlock Holmes in this irreverent, action-laden mystery, which follows the iconic detective's early adventures. He's a disgraced young man when he finds himself wrapped up in a murder case that threatens his liberty and unravels a globe-trotting conspiracy, culminating in an explosive showdown that changes his life forever. (Prime Video, March 4th Premiere)
House of David - Season 2 TV-14 – Following its breakout as the #1 show on Prime Video in early 2025, this epic series returns with even higher stakes. As Saul's reign unravels, the nation stands on the edge of chaos. From shepherd to warrior, David rises with victories that spark both devotion and envy. The dawn of the Age of Iron reshapes every battle, while forbidden loves and fractured families set the stage for clashes. (Prime Video, March 27th Premiere) |
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| WHERE TO WATCH BIG LIVE EVENTS |
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March Madness beginning Sunday, March 15th
Here are the top streaming options:
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CAA March Madness Live App – Official app (iOS, Android, Fire TV, Roku) for all games, though it requires a TV provider login for extended viewing.
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Paramount+ (Premium Plan) – Streams all games broadcast on CBS, including the Final Four and Championship game.
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Live TV Streaming Services – YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, DIRECTV offer all four tournament channels (CBS, TBS, TNT, TruTV). Sling TV (Orange or Blue) covers TBS, TNT, and TruTV, but requires an antenna or separate service for CBS.
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HBO Max – Streams games airing on TBS, TNT, and TruTV.
98th Oscars® on Sunday, March 15th
Hosted by Conan O'Brien, the Oscars will air live on ABC and stream live on Hulu. The official live red carpet show begins at 6:30 p.m. ET, followed by the awards ceremony at 7 p.m. ET.
Live MLB Opening Night on Thursday, March 26th
MLB Opening Night will stream live globally on Netflix, included in all plans. The game will be an iconic matchup between the New York Yankees and the San Francisco Giants.
Live MLB on Friday Nights beginning March 27th
Friday Night Baseball will once again be on Apple TV Plus.
American Idol beginning Monday, March 30th
Each week, this iconic music competition series will stream live on Disney+, alongside its traditional broadcast on ABC, at 8:00 p.m. ET. It will also stream the next day on Hulu. |
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Unicorn Academy: Secrets Revealed: Chapter 1 TV-Y7 – The hit animated series is back! Sophia and the rest of the Sapphires need to protect the academy more than ever after the return of the villainous Ravenzella, the Queen of Grimoria. They must figure out how to defeat Ravenzella permanently, and the key lies in an ancient legend regarding the Fairy Tiara — a relic that once belonged to the very first Unicorn Rider. (Netflix, March 19th Premiere)
Sesame Street - Volume 2 TV-Y – These new Sesame Street episodes explore compassion, kindness, and social problem-solving in ways little ones can relate to — whether it's comforting friends with big feelings, making mistakes and learning from them, saying "sorry" and making things right, or checking in and asking if you are ok. (Netflix, March 9th Premiere) |
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| 250th ANNIVERSARY PATRIOTIC FILM |
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Apollo 11 G – This stellar documentary is a cinematic event 50 years in the making. It was crafted from a newly discovered trove of 65mm footage and more than 11,000 hours of uncatalogued audio recordings. Get ready to take a journey straight to the heart of NASA's most celebrated mission — the one that first put men on the moon and forever made Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin into household names. (Netflix, Now Streaming) |
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| MORE FRESH FROM THE THEATER |
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Zootopia 2 PG – After cracking the biggest case in Zootopia's history, rookie cops Judy Hopps (voice of Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (voice of Jason Bateman) find their partnership isn't as solid as they thought when Chief Bogo (voice of Idris Elba) orders them to join the Partners in Crisis counseling program. But it doesn't take long for their partnership to be put to the ultimate test. (Disney+, Coming Sometime in March)
Nuremberg PG-13 – Based on the acclaimed non-fiction book The Nazi and the Psychiatrist by Jack El-Hai, the film moves away from the traditional courtroom drama to focus on the psychological battle in the prison cells. The story follows Douglas Kelley, a brilliant U.S. Army psychiatrist, tasked with the daunting mission of evaluating the mental fitness of the Nazi high command to ensure they are fit for trial. Stars include Russell Crowe, Rami Malek, and John Slattery. (Netflix, March 7th Premiere) |
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| DOCUMENTARIES AND DOCUSERIES |
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The Dinosaurs TV-PG – From executive producer Steven Spielberg and Amblin Entertainment, in collaboration with the creators of Our Planet, comes a four-episode docuseries charting the rise and fall of the dinosaurs — where they came from, why they mattered, how they evolved, and how they met their ultimate fate. The story is told in the unmistakable voice of Morgan Freeman. (Netflix, March 6th Premiere)
The Plastic Detox TV-MA – What are microplastics doing to our health? The dangers of using plastics have an unprecedented health toll on fertility, puberty, and much more. This documentary follows the research of Dr. Swan and other experts in the field, covering the impact on human development and showing how we can take matters into our own hands. (Netflix, March 16th Premiere) |
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| NEW STREAMING RELEASES |
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Please note: Streaming services sometimes make last-minute changes to the premiere dates of films and series. This calendar was prepared on February 25th, 2026, but changes may have been made since then. Remember, while the dates below indicate the first day you're able to stream the featured film or series, streaming enables you to enjoy them whenever you'd like!
Now Streaming
March Premiere Date Yet to Be Announced
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Zootopia 2 — PG, Film. After cracking the biggest case in Zootopia's history, rookie cops Judy Hopps (voice of Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (voice of Jason Bateman) find their partnership isn't as solid as they thought. (Disney+)
March 1st
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Marshals — TV-14, Series. With the Yellowstone Ranch behind him, Kayce Dutton joins an elite unit of U.S. Marshals to bring range justice to Montana. (Paramount)
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Gabby's Dollhouse — TV-Y, Season 1. Join kitty enthusiast Gabby and her sidekick Pandy Paws as they team up for a series of animated adventures. (Netflix)
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Tribunal Justice: Season 3 — 13+, Series. Court is back in session, and this three-judge panel is bringing more attitude and more side-eye than ever before. (Prime Video)
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Siren's Kiss — 16+, Series. Cha Woo-seok receives a mysterious call from an informant who claims to have evidence of a fraud-related murder. Before revealing the truth, the informant falls to her death. (Prime Video)
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