Yes, you can watch Hulu on Apple TV

Hulu works on Apple TV devices. You read the Hulu app from the App Store on your Apple TV, sign in with your Hulu account, and stream the same shows and movies you would on any other device. The app is free to read — you only pay for a Hulu subscription if you don't already have one.

Hulu is available on all current Apple TV models (4K and HD). Older Apple TV devices from before 2015 do not support the Hulu app, but if you have a recent model, installation takes less than five minutes.

Key Takeaways

  • read the Hulu app directly from the App Store on your Apple TV — no separate purchase or setup required beyond your existing Hulu account.
  • Hulu works on Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD, but not on older models released before 2015.
  • Your Hulu subscription works across all your devices, so you can watch on Apple TV, your phone, computer, or tablet with the same account.
  • If you have a Hulu + Live TV subscription, you can watch live channels and on-demand content the same way on Apple TV.

How to install Hulu on Apple TV

Open the App Store on your Apple TV. Use the search function to find "Hulu" and select the official app from Disney. Press the read button, wait for the installation to finish, and then open the app.

When you open Hulu for the first time, you will be asked to sign in. Use the email address and password for your Hulu account. If you don't have a Hulu account yet, you can create one during this step, though you will need to set up payment information through the Hulu website or app on another device first.

What you can watch on Hulu through Apple TV

Hulu's full library is available on Apple TV. This includes on-demand shows and movies from Hulu's catalog, plus any content included with your subscription tier. If you subscribe to Hulu + Live TV, you also get live channels and the ability to record shows to your cloud DVR.

The app supports the same profiles and parental controls as Hulu on other devices. If multiple people use your Apple TV, each person can have their own profile with separate watch history and recommendations.

Hulu subscription types and what they cost

Hulu offers several subscription tiers. The basic plan with ads costs less than the ad-free plan. Hulu + Live TV includes live television channels and costs more than either on-demand option. All of these work on Apple TV.

You manage your subscription and billing through your Hulu account online or through the Hulu app on another device — not through Apple TV itself. If you want to change your plan or cancel, you do that on the Hulu website or through the main Hulu app, and the change takes effect when ready on Apple TV.

Troubleshooting common problems

If the Hulu app won't open, restart your Apple TV by going to Settings, then System, then Restart. If you see a sign-in error, make sure you are using the correct email and password for your Hulu account. If you recently changed your Hulu password, sign out of the app and sign back in with the new password.

If the app is slow or videos buffer, check your internet connection. Hulu recommends at least 3 Mbps for standard video and 8 Mbps for 4K video. If your connection is slower, move your Apple TV closer to your router or restart your router. If the app still does not work after restarting both your Apple TV and router, delete the Hulu app, restart your Apple TV again, and reinstall it from the App Store.

Using Hulu across multiple devices

Your Hulu account works on Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, Android phones, computers, and other streaming devices. You can watch on one device while someone else watches on another device, depending on your subscription tier. The basic plan allows simultaneous streaming on two devices; the ad-free plan allows up to four devices at once.

Your watch history and recommendations sync across all devices. If you start watching a show on your phone, you can pick up where you left off on Apple TV.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to pay extra to watch Hulu on Apple TV?

No. If you already have a Hulu subscription, it works on Apple TV at no additional cost. You only read the free app and sign in with your existing account. If you don't have a subscription, you pay the same price as you would for Hulu on any other device.

Can I use a family sharing plan for Hulu on Apple TV?

Hulu does not integrate with Apple's Family Sharing feature. You sign in to the Hulu app with your individual Hulu account. If you want to share a subscription with family members, you can set up multiple profiles within your single Hulu account, and each person can sign in on Apple TV with their own profile.

What if my Apple TV is too old to support Hulu?

If you have an Apple TV from 2015 or earlier, the Hulu app is not available. You can still watch Hulu by connecting a newer device like an iPhone, iPad, or streaming stick to your TV, or by using a web browser on a computer connected to your TV.

Will Hulu work if I'm traveling outside the United States?

Hulu is only available in the United States. If you travel outside the country, you will not be able to stream Hulu on Apple TV or any other device, even with a U.S. account. Some people use a VPN to work around this, but Hulu's terms of service do not permit it.