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FXM launched in 1994 as a showcase for 20th Century Fox’s movie library. More than three decades later, the FX Movie Channel mixes classic Hollywood favorites with newer action movies, comedies, and thrillers.
You can get FXM through select cable, satellite, and live TV streaming plans. With a participating TV provider login, you can also stream the FXM National feed through FXNOW’s website.
Below, we’ll help you find FXM channel numbers near you, compare TV providers, and see how the movie-focused network differs from FX and FXX.
What channel is FXM on near me?
FXM’s cable channel number varies by market, while satellite providers typically use consistent nationwide numbers. On live TV streaming services, you’ll usually find FXM listed alphabetically or by genre, depending on how you sort the channel guide.
Check the table below for channel numbers by city and provider. If your area or provider isn’t listed, enter your zip code below to find local TV providers and compare available packages.
FXM channel numbers in major U.S. cities
FXM Channel Guide
| City | DIRECTV | DISH | Spectrum | Xfinity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
258 | 384 | – | 522 | |
258 | 384 | – | – | |
258 | 384 | 163 / 860 | 281 | |
258 | 384 | 83 / 632 | – | |
258 | 384 | 647 / 1647 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | 173 | |
258 | 384 | – | 278 | |
258 | 384 | – | – | |
258 | 384 | – | – | |
258 | 384 | 84 / 632 | – | |
258 | 384 | 632 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | 506 | |
258 | 384 | 63 / 279 | – | |
258 | 384 | 76 / 279 / 1279 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | 146 | |
258 | 384 | 84 / 279 / 1279 | – | |
258 | 384 | 267 / 837 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | 506 | |
258 | 384 | – | 162 | |
258 | 384 | 82 / 632 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | 259 | |
258 | 384 | 267 / 837 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | 506 | |
258 | 384 | 673 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | 397 | |
258 | 384 | 96 / 612 / 1612 | 162 | |
258 | 384 | – | 162 | |
258 | 384 | 81 / 632 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | – | |
258 | 384 | 93 / 632 | – | |
258 | 384 | 79 / 607 / 956 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | 287 | |
258 | 384 | – | 259 | |
258 | 384 | 84 / 279 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | 259 | |
258 | 384 | – | 162 | |
258 | 384 | – | – | |
258 | 384 | 632 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | – | |
258 | 384 | 375 / 1389 | 259 | |
258 | 384 | – | 172 | |
258 | 384 | – | – | |
258 | 384 | – | 172 | |
258 | 384 | – | 506 | |
258 | 384 | – | 506 | |
258 | 384 | – | 506 | |
258 | 384 | 85 / 632 | – | |
258 | 384 | 97 / 632 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | 506 | |
258 | 384 | – | 506 | |
258 | 384 | – | 506 | |
258 | 384 | 856 | – | |
258 | 384 | – | 54 / 172 | |
258 | 384 | 83 | 281 | |
258 | 384 | – | 522 | |
258 | 384 | – | 172 |
Data effective as of post date. Channel numbers and availability may vary by location and package.
How to get FXM
FXM is available through qualifying cable and satellite packages, including DIRECTV’s ULTIMATE package and DISH Movie Pack. For streaming, YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV carry the channel, while Sling TV offers FXM through its Hollywood Extra add-on with eligible base plans.
You can also watch FXM through FXNOW’s live-TV website. Just select the FXM National feed and sign in with a participating TV provider to unlock the stream. Regular Hulu plans offer FX programming on demand, but you’ll need Hulu + Live TV to watch FXM’s live channel feed.
Flexible live TV packages with customizable sports, news, and entertainment options.
- Orange, Blue, and smaller plan options
- Sports Extra and premium add-ons
- 50 hours of cloud DVR included
Live TV from 100+ channels with strong sports coverage and unlimited DVR.
- 100+ live channels on main plan
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Multiple household accounts
Live TV and on-demand favorites bundled together in one plan.
- 95+ live TV channels
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- Unlimited cloud DVR
Live TV packages with local networks, news, entertainment, and premium add-ons.
- Satellite and streaming TV options
- National and regional sports channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR on streaming plans
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
What’s on FXM?
FXM is all about movies, mixing older Hollywood classics with newer action films, comedies, dramas, and thrillers. Its rotating schedule makes it a good choice when you’d rather see what’s playing than scroll through an on-demand library.
Past FXM listings have featured movies like “The Day the Earth Stood Still,” “Jojo Rabbit,” and “The Grudge.” If you’re more interested in classic cinema, TCM is another channel worth exploring.
FXM channel FAQ
What's the cheapest way to get FXM?
Sling Select with Hollywood Extra is one of the lowest-cost live TV options for FXM, though you'll need to pay for both the base plan and add-on.
How can I watch FXM for free?
FXM isn't available free over the air, but eligible new subscribers can stream it during a DIRECTV streaming or Hulu + Live TV free trial. A paid subscription is required afterward.
Can I get FXM as a standalone subscription?
No. FXM doesn't offer a standalone subscription to its live channel, and FXNOW requires a participating TV provider login. Hulu's regular on-demand plans also don't include the live FXM feed.
Are FXM, FX, and FXX the same channel?
No. FXM focuses on movies, while FX and FXX offer a broader mix of scripted series, sitcoms, and films. All three have separate schedules and appear as individual live feeds on FXNOW.
More ways to watch movie channels
Find FX channel numbers for Xfinity, DIRECTV, and Spectrum, plus the best ways to stream FX on Philo or Hulu + Live TV in March 2026.
Wondering what channel FXX is on? Stop flipping through menus. We did the research to find local FXX channel numbers for Xfinity, Spectrum, DIRECTV & more.
Turner Classic Movies, commonly known as TCM, launched in 1994 as a cable home for classic films dating back to the ‘20s—the 1920s, to be clear. These days, TCM is part of Warner Bros. Discovery, but it remains commercial-free and uncensored (for now).
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