Pluto TV Gets Exclusive Free Streaming Rights for CW Shows Starting May 1st

Pluto TV is adding popular CW shows like 'Arrow' (8 seasons) and 'The 100' (7 seasons) for free. This is a big move for free streaming services.

Pluto TV is now the exclusive free streaming destination for The CW's "Arrow," "The 100," "Everwood," and "Hart of Dixie." These titles, spanning several years and numerous episodes, will be accessible on the ad-supported service beginning May 1st. This move places these specific shows solely within Pluto TV's offering for the foreseeable future.

The streaming platform, a part of Paramount Skydance, will host the series through both its on-demand library and its simulated linear channels. This acquisition signals a strategic pivot for Pluto TV, aiming to consolidate popular, established content under its exclusive umbrella in a landscape increasingly defined by tiered access and rising subscription costs.

"Arrow," featuring eight seasons and 170 episodes, becomes available on May 1st. Also arriving on that date are "The 100," with seven seasons and 100 episodes, and "Hart of Dixie," boasting five seasons and 123 episodes. "Everwood," comprising four seasons and 89 episodes, is slated for a June 1st debut. In addition to these cornerstone series, "My Wife & Kids" is also set to join the Pluto TV lineup in May.

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A Pattern of Acquisition

This isn't the first instance of Pluto TV bolstering its catalog with significant content. The service has consistently added a variety of programming, ranging from films like "The Godfather" and "The Social Network" to other television series. For instance, reports from August 2025 indicated new channels and content additions, while March 2026 saw further expansions and the introduction of themed channels, such as one dedicated to Martha Stewart. The platform has also experimented with genre-specific channels, including "Más Adrenalina" for action films and content centered around themes like Earth Day and Halloween.

FAST Services and Original Content

Pluto TV operates within the "free ad-supported streaming TV" (FAST) model, a segment that has seen growth as traditional streaming services grapple with price hikes and subscriber churn. Unlike some competitors like The Roku Channel and Tubi, Pluto TV has historically shied away from producing original content. This acquisition strategy, securing exclusive rights to popular existing shows, appears to be a primary method for drawing and retaining viewers within the free streaming space. The platform’s ongoing expansion suggests a deliberate effort to carve out a substantial niche in the evolving media consumption landscape.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What CW shows are coming to Pluto TV and when?
Starting May 1st, Pluto TV will exclusively offer 'Arrow', 'The 100', and 'Hart of Dixie' for free. 'Everwood' will be added on June 1st.
Q: Why are these CW shows only on Pluto TV now?
Pluto TV has secured exclusive free streaming rights for these popular CW series. This means they will not be available on other free streaming services.
Q: How many episodes and seasons of 'Arrow' will be on Pluto TV?
'Arrow' will have all eight seasons and 170 episodes available on Pluto TV starting May 1st.
Q: Where can I watch 'The 100' for free starting May 1st?
You can watch all seven seasons and 100 episodes of 'The 100' for free on Pluto TV starting May 1st.
Q: Is 'Everwood' also coming to Pluto TV?
Yes, 'Everwood' will be available on Pluto TV starting June 1st, with all four seasons and 89 episodes.
Q: What kind of streaming service is Pluto TV?
Pluto TV is a free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) service, meaning it offers content for free but includes advertisements.