‘Neighborhood Wars’ season 8 premiere: How to watch, where to stream free
Season eight of the hit reality series Neighborhood Wars premieres on A&E Tuesday, May 6 at 9/8c.
For those unfamiliar with the long-running series, Neighborhood Wars takes viewers into the homes and backyards of neighbors across the country with some of the most unexpected and emotionally charged events caught on camera.
Featuring footage from cell phones, drones, home security cameras and more, the series showcases the kindness and conflict between real-lie neighbors throughout the country.
To kick off season eight with a bang, A&E is releasing the first two episodes of the season back-to-back.
Episode one titled “Bikers Dodging Bullets,” follows mountain bikers in Washington state as they suddenly dive for cover when a neighbor’s unwitting target practice sends bullets whizzing past their heads. Meanwhile, next door in Oregon, neighboring couple’s can’t agree on who’s antagonizing who, as the police try to keep the peace. Lastly, viewers visit Louisiana to catch neighbors disagreeing over drainage.
Following episode one, episode two airs and sheds light on a long-standing feud over lake access between Michigan neighbors that ends with a swinging weed whacker. In California, a rogue wave floods the streets and sends the neighborhood running, and lastly, a sleeping North Carolina family is awoken by the sound of gunshots and a masked stranger in their house.
Where can I watch Neighborhood Wars season 8?
Those interested in catching the new season of Neighborhood Wars can stream the A&E series on Philo, DirecTV Stream or Sling.
Both Philo and DirecTV Stream offer free trials, while those who go the Sling route receive half off their first month and one month free of AMC+ after committing to a paid subscription.
What is Philo?
Philo is one of the cheapest basic cable alternatives in the streaming service market. At just $28 a month after its 7-day free trial, Philo users unlock a world of entertainment spanning over 70 top rated live TV channels including MTV, BET, A&E, AMC, CMT, Investigation Discovery and more.
Along with popular TV channels to explore, those interested in further tailoring their content can consider including add-ons such as AMC+, Hallmark+, MGM+, STARZ and more into their monthly subscription.
Subscribers can also take advantage of key Philo features such as the unlimited DVR feature, which allows for endless recording of favorite content, and unlike traditional cable services, users no longer have to worry about having enough storage when recording.
What is DirecTV Stream?
DirecTV Stream is a top streaming service perfect for those looking to access a plethora of live TV channels and enjoy helpful features. The base package starts at just $86.99 a month after its 5-day free trial and includes popular TV channels such as HGTV, ESPN, Bravo, CMT, CNBC, BET, CNN and more.
DirecTV Stream has also recently introduced a lineup of genre packs, which allows subscribers to choose their favorite viewing options based on what genre they watch the most. With genre packs, users can get the channels and content they want without filler channel overload. Packs start at just $34.99 a month.
Those interested in comparing all DirecTV Stream’s channel packages and the new genre packs can check them out here.
What is Sling?
Sling is another great streaming service to consider if you’re looking to ditch the hassle of traditional cable. Sling users can stream on-demand movies, live TV shows and live sports instantly on all favorite devices.
Though there is no free trial through Sling, there is an ongoing promotion offering half off your first month and one month free of AMC+. Both the Sling Orange plan and the Sling Blue plan are normally $45.99 a month but start streaming with Sling for just $23 your first month.
For those who wish to access channels from both the Sling Blue and Sling Orange plans can do so by signing up for the Orange + Blue plan, which combines the best of both plans for just $60.99 a month ($30.50 for the first month).