"Men of the Manosphere" is explores the world of 'masculinity influencers' – and the teenage boys who hang on their every word. Toxic influence or positive role models? The jury's out...
In U.S. or Canada? Here's how to watch "Men of the Manosphere" online from anywhere with a VPN.
- 'Men of the Manosphere' airs Wednesday, November 12 on BBC Three in the U.K..
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Host James Blake enters the virtual world of manhood – aka the manosphere – in this new two-part documentary. From self-improvement coaches to 'red pill' preachers, many promise young men quick answers to life's challenges.
We meet Sam, a 16-year-old who’s swapped real-life friends for online influencers in hopes of becoming a business mogul; Shayne, a uni graduate looking to recover from heartbreak, and and Jack, who is seeking a father figure.
But are these young men in headed for success or being duped by dubious 'masculinity influencers'?
Here's where to watch and stream Men of the Manosphere online and from anywhere – including how to access BBC iPlayer in the U.S.A.
Watch ‘Men of the Manosphere’ free in the U.K.
'Men of the Manosphere' is streaming free on BBC iPlayer, where you can also catch up the latest episodes. You’ll need a TV licence and a BBC account to stream live or on demand in the U.K.
🇬🇧 Outside the U.K.? Brits everywhere can still watch BBC iPlayer from anywhere with a VPN to appear back in the U.K. See the quick steps below.
Watch BBC ‘Men of the Manosphere’ from abroad
If you are abroad and want to stream the BBC's 'Men of the Manosphere' from your usual iPlayer account, a VPN (Virtual Private Network) is the simplest solution. It lets your device appear to be back in the U.K., which is ideal if you are travelling for work or on holiday.
Our favourite is NordVPN. It’s the best on the market (per our NordVPN review).
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we mentioned earlier, NordVPN is our top choice.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're in the U.S. and want to view a U.K. service, you'd select a U.K. server from the list.
3. Sit back and watch. Head to BBC iPlayer to watch "Men of the Manosphere" 2025 online.
How to watch 'Men of the Manosphere' around the world
Can I watch 'Men of the Manosphere' in the U.S.A?
You might see it on BBC Select (7-day trial) in the U.S.A... but not for a while, and there's no official confirmation that it will ever show up in the States.
Remember: If you’re a British citizen in the United States for work or on vacation and want to watch the U.K. version of 'Men of the Manosphere', you can use a VPN like NordVPN to access BBC iPlayer.
Can you stream 'Men of the Manosphere' in Canada?
"Men of the Manosphere" is not broadcast live in Canada but Brits visiting Canada need not miss out on the BBC's flagship current affairs show.
Travelers away from the U.K. can still catch 'Men of the Manosphere' on BBC iPlayer by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
How to watch 'Men of the Manosphere' online in Australia
"Men of the Manosphere" is not technically available in the Australia. However...
If you’re a Brit Down Under, you can use a VPN to watch on BBC iPlayer just as if you were back at home.
'Men of the Manosphere' cast
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