How to watch the premiere of ‘Body Cam’ season 8 with a free trial

Investigation Discovery’s Body Cam uses body camera footage to show the dangerous, fast-moving situations police officers face and the life-or-death decisions they must make on the fly. The reporting is raw, intense and action-packed.

The season 8 premiere of “Body Cam” will air on Tuesday, September 17th at 9 p.m. on ID Channel.

For those who have given up their traditional cable TV but still want to watch the documentary, Philo (free 7-day trial) and SlingTV (discount) offer the ID channel live for streaming.

Where can I find the ID channel?

You can find out which channels are carrying Investigative Discovery using the channel finders here: Verizon Fios, AT&T U-verse, Comcast Xfinity, Spectrum/Charter, Optimum/Altice, DIRECTV, Dish.

What to expect from this week’s premiere

In New Mexico, an inmate fakes a heart attack and attacks a prison guard. The suspect escapes in a van, taking two fellow inmates with him, sparking a manhunt. In Nebraska, a family celebrating their Fourth of July is attacked by a randomly selected family with fireworks.

For those without cable, there are these streaming services

You can watch it on Philo, an entertainment streaming service that offers over 60 channels and a free trial. You can also stream it for free on SlingTV, where you’ll get a discount on your first month.

About the show

According to ID Channel’s official synopsis, “It’s not like the movies,” says Police Sergeant David White, describing his encounter with an armed suspect captured by his body camera. The video is one of those featured in the series, which offers unprecedented access to police units that use this innovative and important technology in the line of duty. The series takes viewers on the “ultimate journey” as they witness the split-second life-and-death decisions that police officers must make on a daily basis. Each story is interwoven with interviews with the officers to provide critical context to their decisions and provide additional insight into the life-changing, sometimes tragically fatal moments.”

What is Philo?

Philo’s Live TV subscription offers a free 7-day trial and costs $28 per month. It includes MTV and over 70 other live TV, lifestyle and news channels including AMC+, over 75,000 on-demand titles and unlimited DVR. Philo doesn’t believe in bloated packages, but in value, with everything you need and nothing you don’t.

What is Sling?

SlingTV is the first app-based TV service that lets you stream live TV and on-demand content over the internet. Watch live shows wherever you are, at home or on the go. Subscribers also get half off their first month. The two main plans – Sling Orange and Sling Blue – offer over 30 channels for $40 per month or $55 total. Sling’s two main offerings are Sling Orange and Sling Blue. Both plans are available for $40 per month for streaming. You can also combine the two plans for $55 per month and then get access to around 50 channels. Sling is currently offering the first month for just $15.