The CW

The CW

by The CW Network, LLC

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323 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 14, 2012
  • June 17, 2026
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Stream the latest episodes of popular TV shows, full series, movies, and live sports. Enjoy content the day after broadcast, binge-watch favorites, and discover new films. Access 24/7 programming and manage your viewing with a personal profile.

Latest episodes next-day streaming
Binge full series
Growing movie collection
Live and on-demand sports
24/7 channel programming
Personalized profiles and watchlists
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What's New in The CW

4.20.3

June 17, 2026

Fixed some bugs, we're always thinking of you

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Top Free

📉 142-5

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This app dropped -5 positions in Entertainment chart.

Last updated on July 19, 2026.

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User reviews

Repetitive commercials

I don’t mind having commercials but it literally plays the same commercial like 3-4 times during every break it’s so annoying

THE WORST APP EVER

Let me tell you a little story, about how The CW ruined my life. I have been watching a television series on Netflix, but it ended on season three with a cliffhanger. I was really upset to find this out so I did some research and looked on Apple TV for the rest of the series. It sent me to CW and so I downloaded the app and signed up. I was really excited to be able to finish my show. I opened the app and clicked the episode I was on but then the stupid app malfunctioned and wouldn’t let me watch it. The malfunction did not occur on my end. I have full Wi-Fi and my iPad has been working perfectly. I do not recommend this is the most stupid app I’ve ever used. Whoever is in charge fix ASAP. I am usually not a harsh person, but I have never been so annoyed over an app. This is so ridiculous! FIX NOW! Also cw is such a ridiculous name for a network!!!
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No longer works

I can’t watch any show on this app nor on the app for Roku. Every single show either circles or comes up with msg that something went wrong. Terrible app. Of course in the mid season of show I watch.

Very good

Awesome app you can watch a lot of shows on it and even though you can’t go on other apps while watching the shows it’s still a very good app

Riddles with ads

I stopped watching the CW app a couple years ago because there were more ads than there was tv show. One show had 14 ads run in a row during one episode. We recently tried again and were surprised that the first few episodes of Sullivan’s Crossing Season 4 had far fewer and a much more reasonable amount of ads. So we kept watching. Then around episode 4 or 5 after getting hooked on the season, there are frequent 2+ minutes of commercials every few minutes, totally ruining the show. You can barely get through a scene before the same repetitive ads come on over and over. So after giving it a second chance, we won’t be watching this app any longer, ever again. It’s easier to wait until the season releases on Netflix rather than have to deal with an absolutely nauseating amount of ads.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Playback stalling and freezing issues

Bug

Incorrect episode resume points

Bug

Orientation and layout problems on tablets

Bug

Requested Features

3 requests

Ability to watch full seasons of shows

Feature

Improved episode resume and tracking

Feature

Reduced ad frequency and more variety

Feature

FAQ

What kind of content can I stream on this app?

You can stream the latest episodes of primetime shows the day after they air, binge-watch full series from The CW's library, discover new and classic movies, and watch live and on-demand sports like NASCAR, PAC-12 Football, and WWE NXT. The app also offers 24/7 programming channels.

Do I need a cable subscription or credit card to use this app?

No, this app does not require a cable subscription or credit card. It provides access to content directly, making it a hassle-free way to stream your favorite shows and more.

How can I keep track of what I want to watch?

You can create a personal profile after logging in. This allows you to continue watching content across different devices and create a personalized watch list with 'My CW' to easily manage your viewing preferences.

Is this app available on all devices?

The description mentions that you can continue watching content on any device with a profile, suggesting broad compatibility. However, specific device support is not detailed.

What is the cost to use this app?

The app is free to use and does not require a cable subscription or credit card. While the description doesn't explicitly mention in-app purchases, the monetization model is listed as 'free with in-app purchases', suggesting some optional paid content or features may exist.