# USA Network

> Catch up on your favorite shows, watch live TV, and stream movies!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.usanetwork.watcher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.usanetwork.watcher)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.usanetwork.watcher`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Versant Media, LLC
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 3,285,329
- **Rating:** 3.77 / 5 (16,174 ratings)
- **Version:** 11.0.19
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-30
- **First published:** 2013-08-08
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 108 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-04
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.usanetwork.watcher)
- **Website:** [https://www.usanetwork.com](https://www.usanetwork.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.versantprivacy.com/privacy](https://www.versantprivacy.com/privacy)

## Description

The USA Network Chrome extension brings catch-up TV, live streaming, and on-demand content from the Versant family of networks (USA, SYFY, E!, CNBC, Golf Channel, and more) to your browser. Sign in with your TV provider to access the full catalog; availability is limited to the United States and its territories.

Watch Your Way with the latest episodes the day after air, plus 24/7 live streams when signed in. Explore on-demand content across Versant networks, browse by network and genre, and enjoy dedicated pages for popular networks. Access shows like WWE Smackdown, Law & Order: SVU, Chicago Fire, and more, all within the app.

## Rankings

- #32,592 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.AD_SERVICES_CONFIG`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`
- `com.usanetwork.watcher.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

User reviews consistently fault the USA Network Android app for poor casting support, device compatibility gaps, and reliability issues. The most recurring complaints are that the app lacks casting/Chromecast functionality and is unavailable on popular devices (Roku, Google TV, Nvidia Shield, LG/Vizio TVs, Fire Stick, Xbox). Users report frequent bugs, logouts, lag, and video stuttering, with some videos stopping on rotation and login/provider linking problems. A few users report positive experiences or content-specific success (e.g., golf), but overall sentiment is frustration with performance and platform support, especially for Premier League and other sports replays.

### Pros

- Provides access to WWE SmackDown when other options are unavailable.
- Works well for some content, such as golf.
- Easy accessibility reported by some users.
- Occasional positive performances noted by a subset of users (e.g., 'great', 'so good').
- Some users report having no issues with the app.

### Cons

- Casting and TV integration problems: no casting, Chromecast not working, and missing cast button.
- Limited device/platform support: no app on Roku, Google TV, Nvidia Shield, LG/Vizio TVs, Fire Stick, or Xbox.
- Frequent stability issues: buggy, constant logouts, lag, and video stopping when rotating.
- Login/provider linking issues: cannot log in with providers and poor Dish integration.
- Content/replay limitations: only Premier League replays available and other sports replays are missing.

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