How to watch Miss Universe 2025 for free: Time, TV channel, free live stream

The Miss Universe 2025 grand finale will take place on Thursday, Nov. 20, starting at 7 p.m. ET, on Telemundo.

Where to watch Miss Universe 2025 for free

Viewers can watch this year’s pageant live on Telemundo.

Those without cable can take advantage of Fubo’s 5-day free trial to watch the pageant for free on Telemundo.

Fubo offers one of the widest selections of channels among live TV streaming services. More than 220 channels, including all the sports and entertainment you love, plus sports add-ons for those niche networks you rely on, and it all starts with a 5-day free trial, followed by $30 off the first month of service.

Peacock is also streaming the event, but does not offer a free trial. Another option is the official Miss Universe YouTube channel, which will stream the event live for free.

Who is competing in Miss Universe 2025?

Miss Universe 2025 features 121 contestants from countries around the world. Among the favorite frontrunners are Fatima Bosch from Mexico and Audrey Eckert from the United States.

These women will compete in various segments, including evening gowns, swimwear and interviews focused on their advocacies and personal goals.

Who won Miss Universe last year?

Victoria Kjær Theilvig of Denmark was crowned Miss Universe 2024.

Miss Universe controversy

The 2025 pageant has already faced controversy, starting with a dispute earlier this month between Miss Universe Mexico, Bosch, and Nawat Itsaragrisil, a pageant official.

In a viral video, Nawat allegedly reprimanded Bosch at a pre-event function for not posting enough promotional content on social media. Several contestants, including Bosch, walked out in protest.

Additionally, the BBC reported that two judges resigned just days before the competition. Omar Harfouch, a Lebanese-French musician, announced his resignation from the judging panel, claiming that a “secret jury” had been formed to pre-select finalists ahead of the official competition.

This claim was followed by the resignation of Claude Makélélé, a French football manager, who cited “unforeseen personal reasons” for his withdrawal.

The Miss Universe Organization responded in a press release on Instagram by denying Harfouch’s allegations. The organization suggested Harfouch may have been referring to the “Beyond the Crown” program, which operates independently from the main competition and has its own selection committee.