How far in advance can I order DIRECTV CINEMA movies and Pay Per View events?
- June 8, 2024
- DirecTV
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Please see the tables below for specific Pay Per View purchase information.
Orders placed via remote:
| Title/Event | Window opens | Window closes |
|---|---|---|
| Live Specials | 3-4 hours before the event or 6 AM (ET) day of broadcast |
After 80%-90% of the event airs
ESPN College Football Pay Per View| 3-4 hours before the event| At halftime
DIRECTV CINEMA/normal events| 15 minutes before or 24 hours via program
guide| After 50% of the event airs
Event replays under 110 minutes| 15 minutes before or 24 hours via program
guide| After 50% of the event airs
Event replays over 110 minutes| 15 minutes before or 3 hours via program
guide| After 85 minutes
Orders placed online or via the DIRECTV app, SMS message, or phone:
| Title/Event | Window opens | Window closes |
|---|---|---|
| Live specials | 4-5 days before broadcast | After the first hour |
| ESPN College Football Pay Per View | 3 days before game | After the first |
hour
DIRECTV CINEMA/normal events| 4 days before broadcast| After the first hour
Replays of special events| 4 days before event| After the first hour
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