What Channel Is E! on DIRECTV?
E! is on DIRECTV channel 236, and it's included in all four Signature packages, starting with ENTERTAINMENT. Bravo is one channel up on 237, so pop culture and reality TV fans can flip between the two. Here's where E! and its sister networks sit, which packages include them and the free E! channel in DIRECTV's streaming lineup.
Quick answer
- E! on DIRECTV: channel 236
- Packages: ENTERTAINMENT, CHOICE, ULTIMATE and PREMIER
- Next door: Bravo on 237
- Free streaming channel: E! Keeping Up (4252)
E! and related channels on DIRECTV
| Network | DIRECTV channel | Lowest package that includes it |
|---|---|---|
| E! | 236 | ENTERTAINMENT |
| Bravo | 237 | ENTERTAINMENT |
| USA Network | 242 | ENTERTAINMENT |
| Syfy | 244 | ENTERTAINMENT |
| Oxygen True Crime | 251 | ULTIMATE |
| E! Keeping Up | 4252 | Free streaming channel |
E! is built around celebrity and pop-culture programming, reality series and red-carpet coverage during award season. Since January 2026 it has been part of Versant, the company Comcast spun off, alongside USA Network, Syfy, Oxygen, CNBC and MS NOW. Bravo stayed with NBCUniversal, but it's still right next door in the DIRECTV guide.
Which DIRECTV packages include E!?
| Signature package | E! (236) | Bravo (237) | Syfy (244) | Oxygen True Crime (251) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENTERTAINMENT | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| CHOICE | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| ULTIMATE | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| PREMIER | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Bottom line: E!, Bravo and Syfy come with every package. Oxygen True Crime is the one you'd need ULTIMATE for.
Cheapest way to get E! on DIRECTV
You don't need to pay for a bigger package to watch E!. ENTERTAINMENT, the entry-level Signature package, already includes it, and DIRECTV also lists E! in the MyEntertainment Genre Pack for people who want a streaming plan without the big sports networks. There's also a no-cost option: E! Keeping Up (4252) is a free streaming channel. Its name points to Keeping Up with the Kardashians, and it's a separate channel, not a live feed of 236.
Weighing ENTERTAINMENT against MyEntertainment? Our DIRECTV package channel comparison lays out the lineups, or call 1-855-690-9884 and we'll check offers at your address.
Tips for watching E! on DIRECTV
- Press 2-3-6 on your remote. One click up gets you to Bravo.
- Before a big awards night, search the event name and set a recording for the red-carpet special so you catch the arrivals.
- Use a series recording for the reality shows you follow, so new episodes land on your DVR.
- Away from the TV, the DIRECTV app streams E! live once you sign in, as long as your package includes it.
- For the free E! Keeping Up channel, look in the free lineup covered in our MyFree DIRECTV guide.
Comparing providers? See what channel E! is on for cable and satellite services.
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- Full DIRECTV channel lineup guide
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Frequently asked questions
What channel is E! on DIRECTV?
E! is channel 236 on DIRECTV.
Is E! included in DIRECTV ENTERTAINMENT?
Yes. E! is in ENTERTAINMENT, CHOICE, ULTIMATE and PREMIER, so every Signature package includes it.
What channel is Bravo on DIRECTV?
Bravo is channel 237, one channel up from E!. It's also in every Signature package.
Is there a free E! channel on DIRECTV?
Yes. E! Keeping Up (4252) is a free streaming channel. It's separate from the live E! channel on 236.
Who owns E! now?
E! is part of Versant, the cable network company Comcast spun off in January 2026. Versant also owns USA Network, Syfy, Oxygen, CNBC and MS NOW.
What channel is Oxygen True Crime on DIRECTV?
Oxygen True Crime is channel 251. It starts with the ULTIMATE package.
Not sure which package has E! and Bravo? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Details reviewed October 2, 2026. Channel numbers and package contents reflect DIRECTV's current lineup and may change. E!, Bravo, USA Network, Syfy, Oxygen True Crime, Keeping Up with the Kardashians, DIRECTV and related marks belong to their respective owners. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site.