Sabrina Carpenter Hosts ‘The Muppet Show’ Special: How to Watch the Musical Event Online

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Sabrina Carpenter, Seth Rogen, Maya Rudolph, Miss Piggy and the whole crew of Muppets join forces on a variety special, celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Muppet Show (and doubling as a soft test run for a series return).

Since the half-hour show airs on Feb. 4, at 9 p.m. PT/ET on ABC, cord-cutters can stream it live on any live TV streaming service that carries the network, including DirecTV (with a five-day free trial), Fubo (with a five-day free trial), Sling and Hulu + Live TV.

The same day, the special will also drop on Disney+, however the streaming service does not offer a free trial period.

At a Glance: How to Watch The Muppet Show 2026 Special

Since select streamers are offering free trials and limited-time discounts, viewers can watch the musical event at no cost; keep reading to learn more about each option.

How to Watch The Muppet Show 2026 Special: Air Date and Time, Where to Stream Online

The Muppet Show 2026 variety special airs on ABC on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 9 p.m. PT/ET (and can be livestreamed with DirecTV, Fubo, Sling or Hulu + Live TV). It’s also available to stream on-demand on Disney+.

DirecTV

Five-day free trial; packages from $19.99 per month

Both ABC and Disney+ are included in any of DirecTV’s signature packages: Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate or Premier. Plus, DirecTV is offering a five-day free trial for its streaming service, meaning there are multiple ways to catch the half-hour special at no cost.

Learn more about each plan option, including how to build your own channel lineup (starting at just $19.99 per month), at directv.com.

Fubo

Five-day free trial; packages from $55.99 per month ($45.99 for first month)

Watch ABC with a subscription to Fubo, which offers a five-day free trial for new subscribers.

After the trial, plans start at $45.99 for the first month and $55.99 monthly afterward.

As mentioned, the Disney+ and Hulu bundle is also included in any of DirecTV’s signature packages: Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate and Premier. Additionally, it’s included in the MyKids Genre Pack, an assortment of family friendly live TV along with Disney+ for just $19.99 per month. Since customers get a five-day free trial for any of these plans, fans can watch the special event at no cost.

Sling

Half off first month for select plans

ABC is included in Sling’s Blue Plan ($50.99 per month) and Sling’s Orange & Blue plan, which is currently half off for the first month: $33 for the first month and $65.99 monthly thereafter.

Hulu + Live TV

Three-day free trial; packages from $82.99 per month

Watch ABC for free with a three-day trial to Hulu + Live TV, which comes bundled with Disney+ and ESPN+, starting at $89.99 per month.