How to watch ‘Wicked: One Wonderful Night’ special tonight for free without cable

How to Watch “Wicked: One Wonderful Night” Special Tonight for Free Without Cable

NBC presents “Wicked: One Wonderful Night,” a two-hour musical celebration featuring stars from Wicked and its upcoming sequel, Wicked: For Good. The special is hosted by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo and airs Thursday, Nov.

Watching Options for Cord-Cutters

Viewers without cable can watch the special live and on demand by signing up for a 5-day free trial on either DIRECTV or Fubo. Both streaming services provide live access to NBC and allow watching at no cost during the trial period.

DIRECTV Features

Live TV from major broadcast and popular cable networks
Local and national live sports, breaking news, and popular shows as they air
Unlimited cloud DVR storage for recording and streaming shows anytime, anywhere
Pricing starts at $34.99/month after the 5-day free trial, with customizable genre packs

Fubo Features

Offers over 220 channels, including a wide range of sports and entertainment
Sports add-ons available for niche networks
Includes a 5-day free trial plus $30 off the first month of service

Additional Viewing Option

The special will also stream on Peacock the following day, Friday, Nov.

"Enjoy local and national live sports, breaking news and must-see shows the moment they air." — DIRECTV feature description

Author’s summary: NBC's “Wicked: One Wonderful Night” special can be streamed free via DIRECTV or Fubo’s 5-day trials, offering easy access without cable and flexible viewing options.

Syracuse.com — 2025-11-06