How to watch The Flash season 8 online and without cable tonight

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Armageddon threatens Earth in The Flash season 8

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Armageddon is upon us, as it's time to watch The Flash season 8 online — and you can approach this critical event even without cable. The five-episode "Armageddon" special event brings a powerful alien threat to Earth.

The Flash season 8 start time, channel

The Flash season 8 premiere is airing at 8 p.m. ET today (Tuesday, November 16) on The CW.

But with time running out and the fate of humanity at stake, Flash and his companions will also need to enlist the help of some old friends — like Ray Palmer (Brandon Routh), Batwoman (Javicia Leslie), Black Lightning (Cress Williams), Green Arrow (Katherine Grace McNamara) and others.

Here's everything to know about how to watch the The Flash season 8 online. Plus, check out a promo:

How to watch The Flash season 8 anywhere on Earth

Just because The CW isn't available everywhere doesn't mean you need to miss The Flash season 8. Watching along with the rest of the internet can be pretty easy. With the right VPN (virtual private network), you can stream the show from wherever you go.

We've evaluated many options, and the best VPN is ExpressVPN. It meets the VPN needs of the vast majority of users, offering outstanding compatibility with most devices and impressive connection speeds. It's also affordable at $12.95 per month. (Signing up for longer periods of six months or a year reduces the cost even more.)

ExpressVPN

Our favorite VPN service, ExpressVPN, really shines thanks to its safety, speed and simplicity-to-use. It's also compatible with loads of devices - from iOS and Android to Roku, Apple TV and PlayStations. You'll even get an extra 3 months free if you sign up for a year, or there's a 30-day money-back guarantee if you just want to give it a try.

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Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, ExpressVPN is our favorite.

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 U.K. from the list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to your website or streaming service of choice and tune in.

How to watch The Flash season 8 in the US

American fans can watch the The Flash season 8 premiere today (Tuesday, November 16) at 8 p.m. ET on The CW, if you get the network with your TV package or with one of the best TV antennas. Wondering what else is on tonight? You can also watch Riverdale season 6 too.

If you've already cut the cord, you can watch The Flash season 8 online via several live TV streaming services, including Fubo TV, Hulu With Live TV, YouTube TV and AT&T TV.

Of these options, we recommend FuboTV, one of the best streaming services on the market.

Fubo.TV

Fubo.TV is a great alternative to a cable package. With the Family Plan ($65 per month), you get over 120 channels, including all the local broadcast networks and top cable brands like Lifetime, AMC, E!, HGTV, FX, ESPN, Syfy and Paramount Network. 

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You can watch The Flash season 8 for free without cable via The CW app, which is available on most major streaming devices including Apple TV and Roku. New episodes drop the day after the episode airs on TV. 

How to watch The Flash season 8: Netflix release date

International viewers in many territories — including Canada, the UK and Australia — can watch The Flash season 8 episodes on Netflix the day after the U.S. airing.

Kelly Woo
Kelly Woo
Managing editor, streaming

Kelly is the managing editor of streaming for Tom’s Guide, so basically, she watches TV for a living. Previously, she was a freelance entertainment writer for Yahoo, Vulture, TV Guide and other outlets. When she’s not watching TV and movies for work, she’s watching them for fun, seeing live music, writing songs, knitting and gardening.