It’s fair to say that entertainment is more global than ever before. We have a constant stream of new box sets to binge on, but if anything that just makes us demand more.
We want the latest episode quicker and not have to wait for the next big thing, and when in Europe that usually means having to wait for a show to arrive from the USA.
However, more and more people are using VPNs as a way around this. There are dozens on the market, helping people all across Europe access content they wouldn’t usually be able to access due to geoblocking, and you can unlock some pretty amazing shows.
So what are the best streaming service to access using a VPN in Europe?
Hulu
If you’re looking how to watch Hulu in Europe a VPN is certainly the answer. You’ll find tons of great shows, both older and original with the service one of the major players in the industry.
It’s only accessible in the USA currently, so anyone in the likes of Britain, France and Germany are missing out.
The service has been in existence since 2007 and has had some amazing shows pass through, particularly when it comes to Disney, who have a 67% share and full control of the business.
The Best Hulu Shows:
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The Handmaid’s Tale
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Castle Rock
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Catch-22
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Harlots
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Ramy
Netflix USA
Netflix of course is available all around the world, but the catalogues in which are available differ tremendously.
Over 13,500 shows are available in the USA, compared to the likes of Ireland where you’ll find just 3,000 titles.
You’ll find some incredible shows available and it’s well worth connecting to a US server for no matter where you are in Europe.
Netflix is worth over $15billion today and has over 154million users worldwide.
The Best US Netflix Shows:
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Stranger Things
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You
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Alias Grace
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American Crime
HBO Go
HBO is one of the USA’s most popular US cable channels, first airing 46 years ago. It produces some of the biggest shows on the planet and HBO Go offers many of them to stream online.
Only available in the US, you can get around this with a VPN, and watch it no matter where you are.
You’ll find all it’s biggest series, although many are also added and removed on a monthly basis. Of course, to watch it you would have to create an account, but it is well worth considering.
It launched in 2010 and is one of the most watched TV channel streaming services in the US.
The Best HBO Go Shows:
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Game of Thrones
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The Wire
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Veep
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Curb Your Enthusiasm
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The Sopranos
BBC iPlayer
Across the Atlantic in the UK, the BBC iPlayer is a fantastic on demand service with all the BBC’s best shows.
You can only watch it while in the country, with anyone outside the UK being geoblocked.
The BBC is a worldwide institution and was formed in 1922, producing exciting, entertaining and groundbreaking shows ever since.
From documentaries to sitcom, it showcases the best of Britain and it’s shows are in demand all over the world.
Again, it’s a site that requires sign-in so you’ll have to create an account. Once in and connecting to a UK server via your VPN you’re good to go.
The Best BBC Shows:
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Line of Duty
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Fleabag
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Doctor Who
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Blue Planet
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Luther
CBC Gem
CBC Gem is CBC’s new streaming service and offers live and on-demand television to Canadian viewers.
It’s estimated that there are around 4,000 programmes available to watch, although anyone outside the country would need to connect via a VPN and a Canadian server.
You can watch for free, although there is also a premium membership available and it features TV shows, movies and over 100 Canada made feature films.
You can download it as an app of view through your browser and it’s one of the most complete streaming services out there.
The Best CBC Shows:
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Schitt’s Creek
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Workin’ Moms
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Heartland
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NCIS
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Kim’s Convenience
