RaiPlay

Endless Italian TV shows and movies always at your fingertips

RaiPlay is the official streaming hub for Italy’s public broadcaster, bringing together live channels and a deep on demand catalogue in a single, well-organized experience. If you follow Italian TV, cinema, or cultural programming, it feels almost essential.

The app is divided into clear sections. From the “Dirette” area you can jump straight into live streams of all Rai channels, including Rai 1, Rai 2, Rai 3, Rai Movie, Rai News24 and more. Streams start quickly and, on a stable connection, remain smooth and reliable, making it easy to keep up with news, sports, or prime-time shows wherever you are.

The real star, however, is the “Catalogo” section. Here you’ll find a wide range of films, Italian and international series, children’s content, documentaries, cultural programs, theater, opera, music and selections from the Rai archives. Filters by type, genre and subgenre help you discover both current hits and hidden gems, while editorial selections highlight unmissable titles.

Registered users gain access to full on demand content and useful personalization tools. “Continua a guardare” lets you pick up where you left off, and “La mia lista” makes it easy to bookmark favorites or recently watched items. Offline viewing via in app downloads is a major plus for commuters or travelers who might be without a stable connection. You can also associate a TV device for a more integrated viewing experience at home.

There are some downsides: advertising is present and the interface can occasionally feel busy, especially for newcomers. Still, RaiPlay remains one of the most complete ways to enjoy Rai’s programming, combining live TV, replay features for the last seven days, and a strong on demand library in a single, free platform.