LBC first broadcast was on 23 August 1985. It was the first private TV station in Lebanon, and soon established itself as the prime TV station in Lebanon. The international service was launched in April 1996. LBC replicated its success in the Arab world and wherever Arabs resided overseas.

Many of LBC programs have become smash hits and instant classics. The flagship "Studio El Fan" was relaunched on LBC as the prime amateur and talent search program, which has developed to become the leading school through which numerous artists have graduated. Many lead the top twenty charts in the Arab World. In addition many have become reporters, newspapers and anchors in LBC and other TV stations in the Arab world. LBC news and current affairs service prides itself with its dating commentary and fairness, which made LBC the favorite news provider to many Lebanese in Lebanon and overseas. Moreover, LBC produces drama and comedy series that compete successfully with other Arab production houses.

LBC International continues to be the most sought after channel by the great majority of Lebanese and many Arabs, and has proven itself as a formidable competitor in the cutthroat environment.