Popular TV channel launches free streaming app for Fire Sticks filled with classic shows and movies

A MUCH-LOVED TV channel has launched a dedicated streaming app so fans can watch classic shows and movies whenever they want.

Talking Pictures TV is the home of nostalgia and rare vintage gems, with the channel available on Freeview, Freesat, Sky and Virgin Media.

Unlike most other broadcasters it has lacked a full fledged streaming service.

Before now, TPTV Encore was available on web browsers and Freeview's red button only.

But now it has launched on a wider number of gadgets, including the Amazon Fire Stick.

TPTV Encore features a growing library of shows that "will take you back to the good old days of TV and film", the firm says.

There are a number of categories to choose from, including comedy, crime, war and westerns, both in colour and black and white.

Captain Scarlet and Thunderbirds are among the well-known titles available to watch.

Others include The Crooked Ring, starring the late James Bond actor Sir Roger Moore.

The platform is available for free with ads or users can pay to watch ad-free.

You'll need to sign up with an account before you can benefit.

Viewers can find it on Amazon Fire Stick, as well as Android TV, iOS and Apple TV.

As part of the move, the existing TPTV Encore has been upgraded too.

This comes with better playback options, such as improved fast forwarding and rewinding tools.

Viewers can also resume shows from where they left off.

However, the service still doesn't have any option to watch the live channel.

It's also not possible to download content for offline viewing.