How to Watch Hulu Live TV on Android TV
You can stream Hulu Live TV on Android TV. Here’s how to sign up, download, install, and start streaming Hulu Live TV using your Android TV. Learn how to get the most out of your Android TV while using Hulu Live TV.
Hulu Live TV
Hulu Live TV is a live TV streaming service with more than 70 channels for $76.99/month. Hulu + Live TV base plan includes local channels, 33 of the top 35 cable channels, and regional sports networks (RSNs). Subscribers get free access to Disney+ and ESPN+ at no extra charge.
Android TV
Android TV is a streaming device that can be used to watch Live TV Streaming Services and On Demand Streaming Services.
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Can you stream Hulu Live TV on Android TV?
How to Sign Up and Download Hulu Live TV on Android TV
Hulu Live TV is available natively using Android TV (4.4+). Additionally, you may be able to stream to your Android TV through Google Cast.
Hulu Live TV app on Android TV
- Click here to sign up for Hulu Live TV.
- Once you’ve signed up, go to the Home Screen on your Android TV.
- Launch the app store and search for “Hulu Live TV” on your Android TV. Alternatively, Click here to install the app.
- Select “Download” to install the app.
- Once installed, log in using your Hulu Live TV credentials.
- You can now stream Hulu Live TV on Android TV.
Google Cast
- Click here to sign up for Hulu Live TV.
- Install the Hulu Live TV iPhone/iPad app or Android Phone/Tablet app.
- Once installed, log in using your Hulu Live TV credentials.
- Make sure your streaming device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Android Phone/Tablet or iPhone/iPad.
- Start playing the content in the Hulu Live TV app and select the Google Cast icon.
- Choose your Android TV and it will start displaying on your streaming device.
How to Sign Up for Hulu Live TV on Other Streaming Devices
If you have other devices, you can learn how to sign up for and use Hulu Live TV on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.
What features are available on Hulu Live TV?
Unlimited Cloud DVR
Hulu includes DVR storage, allowing you to keep shows for up to . You can fast-forward through recorded content.
You cannot record individual episodes of a show—only an entire series.
Up to 2 Devices
This service allows for two simultaneous streams (among TV devices, smartphones, tablets, and computers).
For $9.99/month, you can upgrade to use Hulu Live TV on unlimited screens at home and three mobile screens.
34 TV Everywhere Apps
Hulu Live TV gives you access to 34 different TV Everywhere apps.
List of Compatible Apps
- A&E App
- Bravo Now
- BTN2GO
- CBS App
- CBS Sports App
- CNBC App
- DisneyNow
- E! Now
- FOX News App
- FOX Now
- Fox Sports Go
- Freeform App
- FX Now
- FYI App
- History App
- Lifetime App
- Max
- MSNBC Now
- Nat Geo TV App
- NBC Sports App
- POP TV App
- Showtime Anytime
- Syfy Now
- Telemundo Now
- Universal Kids App
- VICELAND App
- Watch ABC
- Watch Cooking Channel
- Watch DIY
- Watch ESPN
- Watch Food Network
- Watch HGTV
- Watch TCM
- Watch Travel Channel
On Demand
Hulu’s major strength is its on demand library of movies and shows. You will get access to their full streaming library, which means full seasons from networks like FX (“What We Do In the Shadows,” “Atlanta,” “Fargo”) and ABC (“Abbott Elementary,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Modern Family”). Hulu’s movie library includes hits like “Prey,” “Parasite,” and “Moneyball.”
One frustrating part of Hulu’s on demand content is that the ads are exceedingly long (~3 minutes). If you want to remove commercials, you can eliminate ads from Hulu and Disney+ for another $13/month.
Parental Controls
To use parental controls with Hulu Live TV, you need to create a user profile with “Kids Mode” enabled.
DIRECTV STREAM and Sling TV also have parental control features.
Hulu Originals Feature
Hulu Live TV users get access to Hulu’s original content like “The Handmaid’s Tale,” “Only Murders in the Building,” “Pam & Tommy,” “The Bear,” and “The Patient.”
The Hulu documentary section is a special treat.
Commercial-Free On Demand Feature
You can watch Hulu and Disney+ commercial-free for an additional $13/month.