Jennifer Aniston, Kevin Hart star in ‘The Facts of Life’ and ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ special: How to watch ‘Live in Front of a Studio Audience’ and stream for free

“Live in Front of a Studio Audience”: “The Facts of Life” and “Diff’rent Strokes” airs on ABC December 7, 2021. (ABC promo photo)

TV is taking a trip back in time this week, with the recreation of ‘80s sitcoms “The Facts of Life” and “Diff’rent Strokes” airing on ABC. You can also watch it on FuboTV (7-day free trial).

“Live in Front of a Studio Audience”: “The Facts of Life” and “Diff’rent Strokes” premieres on ABC Tuesday, Dec. 7, at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT). The special brings a cast of A-list actors together to act out classic episodes of the ‘80s sitcoms live.

Jennifer Aniston, Kathryn Hahn, Gabrielle Union and Allison Tolman are featured on “The Facts of Life” portion of the special. Kevin Hart and Damon Wayans play the Jackson brothers opposite John Lithgow’s Mr. Drummond on “Diff’rent Strokes.”

The segment is produced by Norman Lear, Jimmy Kimmel, Brent Miller, Kerry Washington, Will Ferrell, Justin Theroux and Jim Burrows.

What channel is ABC on?

You can find which channel ABC is on by using the channel finders here: Verizon Fios, AT&T U-verse, Comcast Xfinity, Spectrum/Charter, Optimum/Altice, DIRECTV and Dish.

Where can I watch ‘Live in Front of a Studio Audience’ if I don’t have cable?

You can watch it on FuboTV which offers you access to your favorite TV shows, live sports events and much more. There’s a 7-day free trial when you sign up.

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