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Some nights just call for a comforting movie and a happy ending. Great American Family, formerly known as GAC Family, delivers plenty of both, from heartfelt romances and family-friendly series to its annual Great American Christmas event.
You can catch the live channel through participating TV providers and streaming services like Frndly TV and Philo. The network also offers live programming through GFam+, while Great American Pure Flix is a separate on-demand service.
We’ve rounded up Great American Family channel numbers and our recommended TV providers below to help you get comfortable and start watching.
What channel is Great American Family on near me?
Great American Family’s channel number depends on the provider and location. Its former GAC Family name may still appear in older channel listings.
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 compare local TV lineups.
Great American Family channel numbers in major U.S. cities
Great American Family Channel Guide
| City | DIRECTV | DISH | Spectrum | Xfinity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
326 | 165 | – | 76 / 146 | |
326 | 165 | – | – | |
326 | 165 | 149 / 869 | 170 | |
326 | 165 | 295 | – | |
326 | 165 | 231 / 1231 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | 147 | |
326 | 165 | – | 279 | |
326 | 165 | – | – | |
326 | 165 | – | – | |
326 | 165 | 295 | – | |
326 | 165 | 295 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | 484 | |
326 | 165 | 255 | – | |
326 | 165 | 255 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | 484 | |
326 | 165 | 255 / 1255 | – | |
326 | 165 | 266 / 800 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | 484 | |
326 | 165 | – | 147 | |
326 | 165 | 28 / 295 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | 70 | |
326 | 165 | 266 / 800 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | 484 | |
326 | 165 | 585 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | 218 | |
326 | 165 | 232 / 1232 | 49 | |
326 | 165 | – | 147 | |
326 | 165 | 295 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | – | |
326 | 165 | 295 | – | |
326 | 165 | 823 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | 213 | |
326 | 165 | – | 147 | |
326 | 165 | 255 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | 147 | |
326 | 165 | – | 31 | |
326 | 165 | – | – | |
326 | 165 | 295 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | – | |
326 | 165 | 171 / 1268 | 147 | |
326 | 165 | – | 147 | |
326 | 165 | – | – | |
326 | 165 | – | 147 | |
326 | 165 | – | 484 | |
326 | 165 | – | 484 | |
326 | 165 | – | 484 | |
326 | 165 | 295 | – | |
326 | 165 | 295 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | 484 | |
326 | 165 | – | 484 | |
326 | 165 | – | 484 | |
326 | 165 | 147 / 869 | – | |
326 | 165 | – | 42 | |
326 | 165 | 94 | 147 | |
326 | 165 | – | 70 | |
326 | 165 | – | 147 |
Data effective as of post date. Channel numbers and availability may vary by location and package.
How to get Great American Family
You don’t need a large TV package to watch Great American Family. Frndly TV Basic carries the live channel for $8.99 per month, while Philo Essential offers a broader entertainment lineup for $25 per month.
The network is also available through qualifying cable, satellite, and larger live TV streaming packages. For standalone viewing, GFam+ offers a separate 24/7 live feed of Great American Family programming for $4.99 per month.
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What’s on Great American Family?
Great American Family knows how to deliver a feel-good movie night, especially when the holidays roll around. Its signature Great American Christmas event fills the schedule with seasonal romances and family stories, including movies like “A Christmas Prayer” and “Timeless Tidings of Joy.”
And the cozy viewing doesn’t stop when the decorations come down. The network also airs original movies and series like “When Hope Calls: Brookfield,” a small-town drama about faith, family, and community. Check the current schedule to catch your favorite movies and upcoming premieres.
Great American Family FAQ
What's the cheapest way to get Great American Family?
GFam+ costs $4.99 per month for a standalone 24/7 live feed of Great American Family programming. If you want the network's regular TV channel as part of a larger lineup, Frndly TV Basic starts at $8.99 per month.
How can I watch Great American Family for free?
Eligible new subscribers can watch Great American Family during a seven-day free trial of Frndly TV or Philo Essential. Continued access requires a paid subscription after the trial ends.
Can I get Great American Family as a standalone subscription?
GFam+ offers a standalone, curated live feed of Great American Family programming for $4.99 per month, though it's separate from the cable channel's exact schedule. Great American Pure Flix is another option focused on on-demand viewing.
Is Great American Pure Flix the same as Great American Family?
No. Great American Family follows a live TV schedule, while Pure Flix lets subscribers choose from an on-demand library. Some movies appear on Pure Flix before their Great American Family premiere.
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