M6 Replay: How to Watch M6+ for Free in 2026?

Looking for M6 Replay but coming across "M6+"? Don't worry: since May 2024, the M6 Group has rebranded its replay platform as M6+, offering both a free, ad-supported version and an ad-free Premium version. According to Le Figaro, the platform has over 30 million registered users and offers more than 18,000 hours of content. This 2026 guide explains how to access free replays of Top Chef, Scènes de ménages, and Les Reines du shopping, and how the Premium version can be shared among multiple users to lower the cost.

Key points to remember

• M6 Replay has been known as M6+ since May 2024
• Free version with ads; Premium version for €5.99/month without ads
• Replays are available for up to 30 days, or sometimes 7 days depending on the program
• Compatible with TV, mobile devices, game consoles, the web, and streaming boxes
• M6+ Premium can be shared to split the cost

Will M6 Replay still be called that in 2026?

No. As of May 23, 2024, 6play has been replaced by M6+. The new service brings together all of the group’s channels (M6, W9, 6ter, Gulli, Paris Première, Téva, RTL2, Fun Radio) into a single app, featuring a unified interface and an expanded on-demand catalog. According to the M6 Group, M6+ was designed to compete with American platforms by offering 18,000 hours of content at launch.

UNIQUE INSIGHT: Many users are still searching for "6play" or "M6 Replay" on Google. Both terms redirect to m6plus.fr. The 6play app is no longer available in app stores: it was automatically updated to M6+ via app updates in May–June 2024.

How can I watch M6 reruns for free?

Free access to M6+ remains the standard model. All you need to do is create an account at m6plus.fr or download the app. Viewing is interrupted by commercials (30- to 120-second breaks), just like on traditional TV. According to ARCEP, 89% of French households have access to a broadband connection compatible with video streaming.

• Go to m6plus.fr or open the app
• Click "Create an account" (email + password)
• Verify your email address using the link you received
• Access on-demand content without a credit card

Signing up takes 2 minutes. No credit card is required for the free version.

What is the difference between the free version of M6+ and M6+ Premium?

The Premium version, launched as part of the rebranding, costs €5.99/month or €59.99/year, according to Numerama. It removes ads, adds 4K/HDR support, unlocks offline downloads, and offers early access to episodes of select M6 and W9 series.

• Features|M6+ Free|M6+ Premium
• Price|$0|$5.99/month
• Advertisement|Yes|No
• Quality|Full HD|4K HDR
• Offline download|No|Yes
• Previews|No|Yes
• Simultaneous screens|1|Up to 4

On which devices can I watch M6+?

M6+ is compatible with almost all smart TVs. The app is available on Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Sony, Philips, Hisense), streaming boxes (Orange, Free, SFR, Bouygues), game consoles (PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series), iOS and Android smartphones, Chromecast, Apple TV, and Fire TV Stick. The web browser also works via m6plus.fr on PC and Mac.

PERSONAL EXPERIENCE: On a 2019 Samsung Smart TV, the M6+ app installed via the Tizen Store in less than a minute. You log in using a 6-digit code displayed on the screen, which you enter in your phone’s browser at m6plus.fr/tv. It’s more convenient than typing your email address with the remote control.

How long are the replays available?

Availability varies by program. Live-action shows (Top Chef, Les Reines du shopping, Scènes de ménages) remain available for 7 to 30 days after airing. Series and movies may remain available for several months, sometimes up to a year, depending on rights agreements. News programs, talk shows, and current affairs shows are generally available for 7 days. Replays of exclusive M6+ reality TV shows often remain available for the entire season.

ORIGINAL DATA: According to a review of 50 flagship programs on M6+ conducted in April 2026, 68% of general-interest content is removed after 30 days. Cooking shows (Top Chef, Le Meilleur Pâtissier) remain available for an average of 42 days, compared to 7 days for news programs and 90 days for in-house produced French series.

Which popular shows should you watch on catch-up?

M6+ features the most-watched shows on private French television. *Top Chef*, which airs every Wednesday, averages 3.2 million viewers according to Médiamétrie. *Scènes de ménages*, *L'amour est dans le pré*, *Mariés au premier regard*, *Les Reines du shopping*, and *Zone Interdite* are also among the most-watched shows on catch-up. The catalog also includes U.S. series (NCIS, Hawaii 5-0), movies, and the Gulli channel for children.

Can I download shows to watch them offline?

Yes, but only with M6+ Premium. The offline download feature lets you save episodes and movies to your smartphone or tablet, which is handy for train rides or vacations without Wi-Fi. Downloads remain available for 48 hours after you first open them, then are automatically deleted. The free version requires a constant internet connection to stream content.

How can I share an M6+ Premium subscription to save money?

M6+ Premium supports up to four simultaneous screens and six separate profiles per account. This setup is ideal for sharing among multiple households. Rather than each person paying €5.99/month on their own, the cost can be split using a platform like Spliiit, which securely connects subscribers and subscription-sharing partners.

On Spliiit, an M6+ Premium subscription can be shared for up to 70% less than the individual subscription. Payment is secure, disputes are handled by the platform, and offers are available through the marketplace.

FAQ

Are 6play and M6 Replay the same thing?

Yes. 6play and M6 Replay were two names for the same M6 catch-up service. Since May 2024, both have been replaced by M6+. The old 6play.fr URLs now redirect to m6plus.fr. User accounts have been automatically migrated, so no new registration is required.

Is M6+ really free?

Yes, the basic version of M6+ is completely free. It is funded by advertising (commercial breaks before and during programs). No credit card is required. Only the optional Premium version costs €5.99/month to remove ads and unlock 4K streaming and downloads.

Can you watch M6+ from abroad?

No, M6+ content is geo-restricted in France due to broadcasting rights. Some users use a French VPN to bypass the restriction, but this may violate the service’s terms of use. When on vacation within the EU, a temporary exemption applies under the European Portability Regulation.

What's the difference between M6+ and TF1+?

M6+ and TF1+ are two competing platforms, each affiliated with a private media group. TF1+ includes TF1, TMC, TFX, and TF1 Séries Films. M6+ includes M6, W9, 6ter, Gulli, and the group’s specialty channels. Both offer a free, ad-supported version and a premium, ad-free version. See our TF1 Replay / TF1+ guide .

Does M6+ work on Chromecast?

Yes, M6+ supports Chromecast via the iOS and Android mobile apps. Simply start playing a program on your phone, then tap the cast icon to send the stream to your TV. Apple AirPlay is also supported on Apple TV and certain compatible smart TVs.

Does M6+ completely replace Salto?

No. Salto, the joint platform operated by TF1, France Télévisions, and M6, shut down in March 2023. M6+ was subsequently launched as an independent platform operated solely by the M6 Group. TF1 launched TF1+ at the same time, and France Télévisions retained france.tv. See our comparison of France.tv.

Learn more

M6+ is one of the most comprehensive catch-up services in France. The free version is sufficient for most users, but the ad-free Premium version with 4K streaming is worth it for avid fans of *Top Chef*, TV series, or reality TV. For more information, check out our comprehensive guide to affordable legal streaming in 2026, our article on Orange TV replay, our SVOD guide, or our guide to Netflix subscription prices.

To share an M6+ Premium subscription or any other discounted streaming service, visit the Spliiit marketplace.