How to Watch Italian TV Live and On-Demand Outside Italy with Il Globo TV
Whether you live in Australia, the UK, the USA, Canada, Europe, or anywhere else in the world, staying connected to Italian television has never been easier. Il Globo TV — the largest Italian TV provider outside Italy — delivers a comprehensive lineup of Italian channels directly to your devices, with no satellite dish, no decoder, and no VPN required.
From RAI public broadcasting to news, sport, cooking, faith, and on-demand content, Il Globo TV has everything you need to watch Italian TV live and catch up on missed programmes through its 7-day catch-up feature.
Why Il Globo TV?
Il Globo TV has been serving the global Italian diaspora for decades. It's a fully legal, licensed service with broadcast rights to stream Italian television internationally. That means you get genuine Italian television — the same channels available in Italy — without workarounds or worries.
Key reasons Italians abroad choose Il Globo TV:
- Largest Italian TV provider outside Italy — trusted by the Italian community worldwide
- Fully legal and licensed — broadcast rights secured for international streaming
- No VPN required — works anywhere without technical tricks
- No satellite dish — pure internet streaming to any compatible device
- 7-day catch-up — watch any programme within seven days of broadcast
- Multi-user plans — up to two simultaneous streams on one subscription
Channel Lineup
Il Globo TV offers one of the most comprehensive Italian channel lineups available outside Italy. Depending on your region, available channels include:
- Rai 1, Rai 2, Rai 3 — Italy's flagship public broadcasting channels (available in most regions)
- Rai News 24 — Italy's 24-hour news channel, available worldwide
- Rai Premium — Italian drama series and classic films
- Rai Scuola — Educational content and Italian language programming
- Rai Storia — History documentaries from Italy and beyond
- Rai Italia — RAI's dedicated channel for Italian communities overseas
- LA7 Italia — Quality journalism, current affairs and political coverage
- Mediaset Italia — Italy's leading commercial broadcaster (available in selected regions)
- TGCOM24 — 24-hour news from Mediaset (selected regions)
- Telepace — Catholic and faith-based Italian programming
- Inter TV — Italian football and sport
- A Tavola — Italian cuisine and cooking (selected regions)
- Rete Italia TV — Community entertainment and lifestyle
- Cartoons — Italian-language children's animation
- Rai Italia+ On Demand — An extensive on-demand library of Italian programmes
The exact channel lineup varies by region. Visit ilglobo.com to check what's available in your country.
7-Day Catch-Up TV
Il Globo TV's 7-day catch-up feature means you never have to miss a favourite programme due to time zone differences or a busy schedule. Any programme broadcast on the included channels can be watched again within seven days — at a time that suits you.
Subscription Plans
Il Globo TV offers monthly and annual subscription plans. Pricing varies by region and is displayed in local currency. Visit ilglobo.com to see the current plans and pricing for your country.
All plans include:
- Full access to the channel lineup for your region
- 7-day catch-up on all included channels
- Access on multiple devices
The 2-user plan allows two simultaneous streams — perfect for households where different family members want to watch different channels at the same time.
How to Get Started
- Go to ilglobo.com and choose your subscription plan
- Create an account and complete your payment
- Download the Il Globo TV app on your preferred device, or watch in your web browser
- Log in and start watching Italian TV immediately
Compatible Devices
Il Globo TV is compatible with a wide range of devices:
- Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Android TV)
- Amazon Fire TV Stick and Fire TV
- Apple TV
- iPhone and iPad (iOS app)
- Android smartphones and tablets
- Web browser on PC or Mac at ilglobo.com
About Il Globo TV
Il Globo TV is operated by Il Globo, Australia's leading Italian-language media organisation. It is the largest Italian TV provider outside Italy, with subscribers across Australia, New Zealand, the UK, USA, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Il Globo TV is committed to keeping Italian communities around the world connected to the culture, language, and news of home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Il Globo TV legal?
Yes. Il Globo TV holds the broadcast rights to stream Italian television internationally. It is a fully licensed and legal service.
Do I need a VPN to watch Italian TV with Il Globo TV?
No. Il Globo TV is specifically licensed for international distribution, so it works in your country without a VPN or any other workaround.
Is there a catch-up service?
Yes. All Il Globo TV plans include a 7-day catch-up service, allowing you to watch any programme from the past seven days on demand.
Can I watch on more than one device at once?
Yes. The 2-user plan supports two simultaneous streams, so two people can watch different channels at the same time.
Which countries does Il Globo TV serve?
Il Globo TV is available in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, USA, Canada, most of Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Visit ilglobo.com to check availability and pricing for your specific country.