Is the Smithsonian Channel Right for You?
The Pros and Cons of Smithsonian Channel
Pros
- Engaging "Create Your Channel" feature.
- Wide variety of topics covered.
- Good starting point for learning and exploration.
Cons
- Clips are too short for in-depth learning.
- Inconsistent video quality.
- Unwieldy video progress tracking.
Select Smithsonian Channel shows are available for streaming through Paramount+. With that service, you'll be able to access Smithsonian Channel's large catalog of hit series and documentaties, such as Spy Wars with Damian Lewis, Aerial America, America In Color, The Lost Tapes, David Attenborough's Great Barrier Reef, Hell Below, Air Warriors, and more.
Learn more about how to stream the Smithsonian Channel here.
Smithsonian Channel Top Movies

Lethal Attractions

Maira Kalman: My Favorite Things

Stonehenge Empire

Tigerfish

World War II Spy School
Smithsonian Channel Pricing
To watch the Smithsonian Channel, you need a participating TV provider or access to Paramount+ or PlutoTV.
- Watch Free on Pluto TV
- Paramount+ Essential:
- Monthly Plan: $7.99
- Annual Plan: $59.99
- Paramount+ Premium:
- Monthly Plan: $12.99
- Annual Plan: $119.99
Benefits of Smithsonian Channel
- Offers a glimpse at a range of topics, including history, science, and culture.
- Features short, digestible video clips.
- "Create Your Channel" feature allows users to curate content based on their interests.
What users think about Smithsonian Channel
- Some find the short clips insufficient for deep learning, while others appreciate their digestible nature.
- The beautiful aerial photography and historical context in "Aerial America" are highly praised, although some find the music too loud.
- The "Create Your Channel" feature is considered engaging.
- Some reviewers perceive a liberal bias in some content, while others disagree.
Smithsonian Channel is Best for
This service is best for casual viewers seeking brief introductions to a wide array of topics related to history, science, culture and nature, or as a starting point for further research.

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