How to watch America's Got Talent 15th Anniversary Special: Stream the special episode from anywhere

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America's Got Talent is bringing a 15th anniversary special to your television screen this week. Then again, if you don't have cable, you migth be wondering how you can watch this two-hour special. We'll get into all of that below.

For fifteen years, America's Got Talent has been plucking musicians, comedians, dancers, and other unbeliveable entertainers out of obscurity and placing them on its big stage for the nation to see. Now, the show is taking a look back at the past 15 years of talent, including some of its most popular entertainers like Terry Fator, Grace VanderWaal, and Shin Lim, among many others.

Though the show's judging panel is currently made up of Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum, and Sofia Vergara, we expect to see a number of former guests make an appearance during the special episode like David Hasselhoff, Piers Morgan, or Howard Stern.

America's Got Talent 15th Anniversary Special: When & where

The 15th anniversary special of America's Got Talent airs on NBC this Tuesday, August 4 at 8 p.m. ET during America's Got Talent's regular timeslot. If you miss the first showing, you can catch it again on Sunday at 9 p.m. ET.

There are a few different ways to watch America's Got Talent live, including on the NBC website, Hulu with Live TV, and Sling TV. While NBC's website lets you watch the show live by logging in with your cable provider's information, you can check out Sling TV if you don't have cable. Meanwhile, Hulu with Live TV offers live NBC streaming in most areas of the U.S. as well. NBC's website even hosts the five most recent episodes to watch for free.

How to watch America's Got Talent live from anywhere

The options we've already mentioned make it easy for those in the U.S. to tune in and watch America's Got Talent, but watching from outside the U.S. is not so easy. Luckily, using a VPN makes it simple to change your location virtually, and gives you instant access to the show. Whether you are traveling or live outside of the U.S., this is what you need to know.

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Live stream America's Got Talent in the U.S.

While there are several streaming services that offer access to watch NBC live, including Sling TV and Hulu with Live TV, access is completely dependant on where you live in the U.S. You can check each service's website beforehand to see which channels will be available in your area.

Sling TV should be the first service you try out. It's one of the most affordable streaming services in the U.S. — especially with its latest offer that lets you join and score your first month for only $20. Plans normally start at $30 monthly. Sling offers NBC live streaming access in most areas of the U.S. so you can watch shows like America's Got Talent and Blindspot as they air live. Plus, you can score a free 3-day trial right now so you don't even have to pay a cent to watch the anniversary special.

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NBC is available on both Sling Orange and Sling Blue plans, so sign up today to stream America's Got Talent for just $30/month! Sling's latest offer will even take $10 off the first month you're subscribed.

Another great option is Hulu with Live TV. Though you won't be able to watch live using Hulu's base plan, Hulu with Live TV includes access to NBC in most areas of the country; you can check if you'll receive the channel in your area at Hulu's website. Hulu with Live TV plans start at $55 per month and can be viewed on the Hulu app using devices like smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, streaming devices, and more.

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Hulu with Live TV

Just like with Sling TV, NBC at Hulu with Live TV access is dependant on where you live in the U.S., and while it may not be as affordable, you get access to all of Hulu's live TV channels for one singular monthly cost. You'll also find it available on a few more devices than Sling TV, such as the Nintendo Switch.

Alex Smith
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