How to Watch Acorn TV on Android TV
You can stream Acorn TV on Android TV. Here’s how to sign up, download, install, and start streaming Acorn TV using your Android TV. Learn how to get the most out of your Android TV while using Acorn TV.
Acorn TV
Acorn TV is an excellent choice for viewing television programming (and the occasional film) produced outside the United States, primarily content from the United Kingdom. The service also creates original content and has a library of hundreds of TV shows. Of particular note are their award-winning mysteries and dramas. Popular hits include “Happy Valley,” “Line of Duty,” “Murdoch Mysteries,” “MIdsomer Murders,” and “Poldark.”
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 Acorn TV on Android TV?
How to Sign Up and Download Acorn TV on Android TV
Acorn TV is available natively using Android TV. Additionally, you may be able to stream to your Android TV through Google Cast.
Acorn TV app on Android TV
- Click here to sign up for Acorn TV.
- Once you’ve signed up, go to the Home Screen on your Android TV.
- Launch the app store and search for “Acorn TV” on your Android TV. Alternatively, Click here to install the app.
- Select “Download” to install the app.
- Once installed, log in using your Acorn TV credentials.
- You can now stream Acorn TV on Android TV.
Google Cast
- Click here to sign up for Acorn TV.
- Install the Acorn TV iPhone/iPad app or Android Phone/Tablet app.
- Once installed, log in using your Acorn 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 Acorn 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 Acorn TV on Other Streaming Devices
If you have other devices, you can learn how to sign up for and use Acorn TV on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.
What features are available on Acorn TV?
No Parental Controls
There are no parental controls for Acorn TV.
Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Disney+, Max, Hulu, Netflix, Paramount Plus, Peacock, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, and STARZ have parental control features.
Up to 4 Devices
Acorn TV allows you to stream on up to 4 devices simultaneously.
International Access
Acorn TV allows you to watch certain content when traveling internationally.
Originals
Acorn TV does produce original programming exclusive to the service. There are around 15 shows that cannot be viewed anywhere else, including Manhunt (2019), Detectorists (2014), The Nest (2020), and Keeping Faith (2017).
TV Shows
In addition to their original content Acorn TV is also most known for their documentaries, mysteries, and especially their crime/investigation dramas such as Midsomer Murders (1997), Queens of Mystery (2019), or Line of Duty (2012). Other award-winning dramas include The Hour (2011) and George Gently (2007).
Movies
There aren’t nearly as many feature films on Acorn TV as there are TV shows, but their award-winning movies promise quality over quantity. Star-studded casts include Michael Caine, David Tennant, and Rebecca Hall. Some of the most notable are United (2011), The Black Velvet Gown (1993), and Last Love (2013).