This answer is probably not what you’re looking for, but I did the math. By cutting cable (and not replacing it but with anything) I was able to buy DVDs of all the old shows I want to watch - no commercials, and they’re ready whenever I want.
I did get a good over-the-air antenna from Amazon ($60) that gives me all my local channels for free. I pretty much use that only for the local news.
Used DVD’S are my choice
as they have a Lot
Of other Related info.
Interviews and
Special Features are Great
and Not otherwise available
Are there any streaming services that allow you avoid commercials by paying a little more? The constant bombardment of idiotic ads is really annoying.