# BBC America

> Watch BBC America full episodes, extras, and sneak peeks at upcoming series.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bbca.bbcafullepisodes](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bbca.bbcafullepisodes)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.bbca.bbcafullepisodes`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** BBC America
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 421,655
- **Rating:** 2.44 / 5 (1,302 ratings)
- **Version:** 7.4.32.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-10
- **First published:** 2016-04-06
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 31 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bbca.bbcafullepisodes)
- **Website:** [http://www.bbcamerica.com/contact-us](http://www.bbcamerica.com/contact-us)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.bbcamerica.com/privacy](http://www.bbcamerica.com/privacy)

## Description

## Watch BBC America Anytime

The BBC America Chrome extension lets you stream full episodes, live TV, and exclusive video extras from your favorite BBC America shows like *Killing Eve*, *Top Gear*, and *The Graham Norton Show*. Simply log in with your cable or satellite provider to access the latest episodes shortly after they air.

## Features
- Stream full episodes and live broadcasts on your device
- Explore sneak peeks, trailers, and behind-the-scenes content
- Resume watching where you left off and track recently viewed episodes
- Chromecast support to cast shows from your phone or tablet to TV
- Some episodes available without login, with most requiring provider credentials

Stay updated with new episodes in-season and enjoy seamless access to popular BBC America programming all in one place.

## Rankings

- #109,352 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.providers.tv.permission.READ_EPG_DATA`
- `com.android.providers.tv.permission.WRITE_EPG_DATA`
- `com.bbca.bbcafullepisodes.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

User reviews largely criticize BBC America’s Android app for requiring a cable provider to access content, no live TV, and a sparse library. Repeated issues include sign-in problems, inability to search, and frequent playback errors or server outages. Availability can be region-locked, and the app often fails to load or cast. A minority of reviews express positive sentiment about the content quality or user mood, but overall feedback emphasizes reliability, access, and navigation improvements.

### Pros

- Some users express positive sentiment about the app (e.g., 'love this', 'Great', '👍').
- Content quality praised by at least one reviewer (shows and podcasts).

### Cons

- Requires cable provider login to access content; many users can't watch without one.
- No live TV and a very limited programming selection.
- Frequent playback and loading errors (server errors, network errors, unplayable titles).
- No in-app search or poor browsing/navigation; can't browse the library effectively.
- Geographic restrictions and login/access issues (can't sign in, can't use in Europe; unauthorized content).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bbca.bbcafullepisodes)