Skip to Content

How to Watch Topic on LG Smart TV

You can stream Topic on LG Smart TV. Here’s how to sign up, download, install, and start streaming Topic using your LG Smart TV. Learn how to get the most out of your LG Smart TV while using Topic.


Topic

Topic is a streaming service from First Look Media that strives to offer varied, content-rich best TV and film from around the globe. From thought-provoking original shows and movies, to award-winning films, Topic’s selection is a curated collection of indie works, arthouse, period pieces, and more. Explore their wide array of dramas, comedies, documentaries, talk shows, and shorts.

An ambitious name in unique storytelling and independent journalism, Topic provides borderless, ad-free entertainment, introducing a whole new world of characters and stories. Their standard subscription is a low $5.99, but users can only have one profile per account, and there are no offline capabilities (though they are reportedly in the works).

The service is only available in the United States and Canada, and there is no section for kids’ content, nor are there any options for parental controls. Subscribe now and begin viewing on Apple TV, iOS, Roku, Android, fire TV, prime video, or on your favorite browser.

LG Smart TV

LG Smart TV can be used to watch Live TV Streaming Services and On Demand Streaming Services.

Limited Warranty

Your LG Smart TV probably isn't covered against mishaps and malfunctions. We've partnered with 5Devices to give The Streamable readers a protection plan for any internet-connected device, including your LG Smart TV, iPhone, etc starting at $2.67 per device per month. And the good news is that it covers devices you already use (ie. no need for proof of new purchase).

Can you stream Topic on LG Smart TV?

How to Sign Up and Download Topic on LG Smart TV

Unfortunately, Topic is not currently available natively using LG Smart TV. Topic may launch a native app for LG Smart TV in the future, but for now you can only stream using Apple AirPlay (2018+ (webOS 4.0+) models).

You can still sign up for Topic and use it on other devices like Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.

Apple AirPlay

  1. Click here to sign up for Topic.
  2. Install the Topic iPhone/iPad app.
  3. Once installed, log in using your Topic credentials.
  4. Make sure your Smart TV is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPhone/iPad.
  5. Start playing the content in the Topic app and select the AirPlay icon.
  6. Choose your LG Smart TV and it will start displaying on your Smart TV.

If you have a compatible TV and you don’t see AirPlay as an option, make sure you update to the latest LG Smart TV firmware.


How to Sign Up for Topic on Other Streaming Devices

If you have other devices, you can learn how to sign up for and use Topic on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.


What features are available on Topic?

Single Profile Only

As of now, Topic does not support multiple profiles per account. They are planning to add this feature soon.

No Parental Controls

There are no parental controls for Topic.

Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Disney+, Max, Hulu, Netflix, Paramount Plus, Peacock, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, and STARZ have parental control features.

Up to 2 Devices

Topic allows you to stream on up to 2 devices simultaneously.

No Offline Mode

Topic does not currently support the downloading of any of their content. They are planning to add this feature soon.

No International Access

The subscription service is only available in the United States and Canada.


Originals

Topic Originals are one of the main selling points for the service. Much of the content available on Topic cannot be found anywhere else, with examples including King Bibi (2018), Once Upon a Time in Venezuela (2020), and The Ascendants (2020). Topic offers originals in the format of films, shorts, and original series, so whatever length of time you’re looking for, Topic has entertainment that you won’t be able to view on any other service.

TV Shows

Topic has dozens of TV shows from a variety of genres, spanning comedy, drama, mystery, and more. Here you can catch up on BBC’s The Office (2001), Netflix’s Hotel Beau Sejour (2017), Lambs of God (2019), and many others.

Movies

Topic’s movie collection consists of thought-provoking indie creations, nuanced artistic films, and classic period pieces like Wuthering Heights (2011). Other movies include Bloody Nose, Empty Pockets (2020), Bernie (2012), Meek’s Cutoff (2010), and Nocturama (2016).

DIRECTV STREAM Cash Back

Let us know your e-mail address to send your $50 Amazon Gift Card when you sign up for DIRECTV STREAM.

You will receive it ~2 weeks after you complete your first month of service.

Sling TV Cash Back

Let us know your e-mail address to send your $25 Uber Eats Gift Card when you sign up for Sling TV.

You will receive it ~2 weeks after you complete your first month of service.

Hulu Live TV Cash Back

Let us know your e-mail address to send your $35 Amazon Gift Card when you sign up for Hulu Live TV.

You will receive it ~2 weeks after you complete your first month of service.