“A Body in the Snow: The Trial of Karen Read” will aired last week and concluded Wednesday, March 19 at 8 p.m. You can watch the entire series on DirecTV Stream (free trial) or Philo (free trial).
The series examined the story of Karen Read, with a focus on both her trial and its aftermath, which became a media firestorm due to its unusual, complex circumstances. Read was charged with second-degree murder, manslaughter, motor vehicle homicide, and leaving the scene of a deadly crash after hitting her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe, with her SUV. The event in question occurred during a nor’easter in 2022. The case resulted in a mistrial after four weeks of testimony.
The docuseries featured new insights into many of the strangest parts of Read’s trial. Read did not testify, so the special contains some of her thoughts and reactions to some of the most unexpected developments.
Philo (free trial)
Philo offers a 7-day free trial
Here’s the information you’ll need to watch a free live stream of “The Trial of Karen Read” online without cable.
How to watch ‘The Trial of Karen Read’ without cable
If you’re a cord-cutter or don’t have cable, you can live stream “The Trial of Karen Read” on any one of the following streaming platforms:
Philo is remarkably inexpensive for the amount of content it offers, with more than 70 live channels, the ability to stream from three devices simultaneously and a 365-day DVR with unlimited space. Subscribers will also have access to thousands of movies and TV series on-demand. The service costs $28 per month. There are several available packages that include premium channels, like Epix and Starz, for an additional cost. The service offers a seven-day free trial that includes all the features of full subscription.
In addition to ABC, Freeform, ESPN, and the other Disney channels, DIRECTV Stream offers CBS, NBC, and FOX. This sets it apart from most live TV streaming services. On top of that, a subscription gets you access to more than 65 other channels in its base package, including Nickelodeon, MTV, CNN, vh1, and more. The biggest selling point for DIRECTV Stream, however, is that it is the best for live and regional sports coverage. Add that to over 65,000 on-demand titles and its Cloud DVR and you have a diverse, versatile service that can meet any of your streaming needs. The base package costs $74.99 per month, with a wide range of add-on options. DIRECTV Stream offers a five-day free trial.
Fubo is considered the ultimate live TV streaming service for anyone seeking to cut the cord. With a subscription, you get access to over 100 channels (depending on your local area), 30 hours of DVR space, and tons of on-demand content, mainly featuring episodes of shows that have aired in recent weeks. Fubo has ABC and the ESPN family, too, making it a top option for sports fans. $74.99 per month, with a range of add-on options. Fubo’s standard package features a seven-day free trial.
Sling TV (half off first month)
Sling TV costs either $45 or $50 per month, depending on which package you choose. A subscription can be canceled at any time. While Sling TV’s range of channels doesn’t quite match some other services, it is far cheaper than almost any other live TV streaming service. And the streaming services closer to Sling TV’s price range don’t offer as much customization among packages. Sling TV does not currently offer a free trial but the company is running a promotion for 50% off the first month, so a subscription to Sling Orange & Blue is just $33 for the first month.
When is ‘The Trial of Karen Read’ on?
“The Trial of Karen Read” debuted on Investigation Discovery (ID). on Monday, March 17. It concluded on Wednesday, March 19.
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