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How to fix Pluto TV app if it freezes on your device

How to fix Pluto TV app if it freezes on your device

Pluto TV seize up on your Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, or Roku? We’ve got you covered.

David Satin
David Satin has been a dedicated News Writer at The Streamable since 2022, covering a wide range of stories in the entertainment and streaming industries. With years of experience writing online, David previously worked as a list writer for Screen Rant, where he gained recognition for his extensive coverage of sci-fi and fantasy genres. His ability to break and analyze major stories has made him a trusted voice in the streaming world. Over the course of his career, Satin has become an integral part of The Streamable team, contributing to some of the most impactful stories in the industry.
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Known for breaking major streaming stories, he’s covered everything from Netflix policy shifts to Peacock’s ad-tier changes. A sci-fi fan and Toshiba Fire TV user, he brings sharp analysis and a love for the genre to his reporting.
Known for breaking major streaming stories, he’s covered everything from Netflix policy shifts to Peacock’s ad-tier changes. A sci-fi fan and Toshiba Fire TV user, he brings sharp analysis and a love for the genre to his reporting.
Is Pluto TV frozen on your Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, or Roku? Here's how to fix it.

Pluto TV is a highly capable free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) service, but in my personal experience, the app is one of the buggiest on the market. The Pluto app has frozen up on me more than once while trying to use it on my smart TV while in the midst of a live or on-demand stream.

If you also experience freezing issues with the Pluto TV app on your Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, or Roku device, keep reading. We’ve got a solution to fix the problem on your streaming player, so you can get back to watching Pluto’s free programming!

How to fix frozen Pluto TV app

How to fix frozen Pluto TV app on Amazon Fire TV

If you stream on an Amazon Fire TV like I do, you will want to try the Force Stop solution for a frozen Pluto TV app first. This will allow you to stay logged into the service after executing the fix.

Open your Fire TV Settings menu, and scroll to Applications, then click Manage Installed Applications. Locate Pluto TV within this submenu, and click it. Choose Force Stop when you see the option pop up.

If the app is still frozen, try clearing the cache of the app. Go to Settings > Applications > Manage Installed Applications again, then click on Clear Cache. Choose Clear Data to finish this process, then start up the Pluto TV app and log in again to resume watching.

How to fix frozen Pluto TV app on Apple TV 4K

The fix for a frozen Pluto TV app on Apple TV 4K is also pretty simple. What you’ll want to do first is double-click the Home Button on your Siri remote, which pulls up a screen of active apps on the device. Scroll to Pluto TV, then swipe up on the clickpad or touch surface to force it to stop.

It’s important to make sure that your tvOS software on your Apple TV 4K is up-to-date. If it is not, it can cause functionality issues such as frozen streaming apps.

How to fix frozen Pluto TV app on Roku devices

There are several ways to fix a frozen Pluto TV app on a Roku streaming player. One solution is to uninstall and reinstall the app; to do this, navigate to Pluto TV on the Roku home screen, and press the star button on the remote to see the uninstall option.

Another fix is to reset your Roku player, which you can do by using a shortcut programmed into the Roku remote. To use it, press the home button five times in a row, followed by up on the directional pad, then rewind twice, and then fast-forward twice.

Finally, you can clear the cache of your Roku player if you’re still not seeing the Pluto app work as intended. Go into the Settings menu, then choose System, and Advanced System Settings. Then click Network Connection Reset, followed by Reset Connection.

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Pluto TV is a free streaming service backed by Paramount that offers a traditional cable-like channel surfing experience. The service offers hundreds of free round-the-clock channels, including classics like “Star Trek,” “The Twilight Zone,” and “The Price is Right.”

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Rather than attempting to carry expensive local broadcast affiliates or high-profile live sports leagues, the lineup leans heavily into curated thematic programming. You will find dedicated channels cycling non-stop episodes of many classic TV shows, alongside niche feeds for anime, true crime, classic sitcoms, and live headline news loops from outlets like CBS News. Alongside the live grid, there is also a hefty on-demand vault filled with older Hollywood catalog films, cult classics, and complete archived series.

Because Pluto TV mirrors linear broadcast television, you cannot pause or fast-forward through commercial breaks, nor is there a cloud DVR feature to record airings for later viewing. That said, it’s a great alternative for those looking for a wide range of channels without subscription fees.

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David Satin
David Satin has been a dedicated News Writer at The Streamable since 2022, covering a wide range of stories in the entertainment and streaming industries. With years of experience writing online, David previously worked as a list writer for Screen Rant, where he gained recognition for his extensive coverage of sci-fi and fantasy genres. His ability to break and analyze major stories has made him a trusted voice in the streaming world. Over the course of his career, Satin has become an integral part of The Streamable team, contributing to some of the most impactful stories in the industry.
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