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Where to Watch Free Video Clips Online
Move Beyond YouTube, and Find Free Online Video Clips Tailored to Your Interests

By Gretchen Siegchrist, About.com

When it comes to watching free video clips online, many people don't go too far past YouTube. And while it may seem that the site has an endless supply of streaming video, it can often be hard to sift through the content to find what you're looking for.

There are many other sites, however, offering free online video clips, often professionally produced and tailored to specific audiences. If you're looking to find video clips outside the YouTube channel, here are some fun sites to watch.

  • Educational Video Websites:

    Nova and other PBS programs have always been a staple for teachers looking to entertain and educate their students. Now, they don't have to worry about taping or buying the programs they need, as PBS has made many available online.

    Many other web sites, including National Geographic and the Annenberg Foundation offer free educational videos that teachers can use in the classroom.

  • Music Video Websites:

    MTV's website has an infinite seeming library of music videos. Unlike the TV channel, which has been diluted by programming, this is all videos, all the time.

    VH1, AOL and Yahoo! are among the many other web sites offering free online music videos.


  • Celebrity Video Websites:

    TMZ gives you TMI on Hollywood's hottest stars. See what the video paparazzi have captured Jessica Alba, Brad Pitt and others doing.


  • Political Video Websites

    At Election TV you can get political news from around the world, and watch campaign ads from around the country.


  • Travel Video Websites:

    TurnHere let's you visit cities, neighborhoods and shops from your desktop with short, documentary-style videos.

    Geobeats features professionally produced, short travel videos focused on destinations outside of the United States.


  • Nature Video Websites:

    If you're interested in animals, plants and the natural world, you'll want to check out these online nature video websites.


  • Kids Video Websites:

    Animataion, music videos, and kid-produced news casts are all featured at the kid-friendly site Kidz Bop.


  • Sports Video Websites:

    These sports video websites offer videos from the past and present about all kinds of sports - professional, college and extreme.


  • Business Video Websites:

    Inc.TV and PBS both offer online videos that teach about business and entrepreneurship.


  • News Video Websites:

    News video websites are a great way to keep up with current events when you're away from the television.


  • Military Video Websites:

    For historical and current militray footage, check out these military video websites.


  • Online TV Websites:

    Why pay for cable? You can watch your favorite programs for free at these online TV websites.

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