How to Cast Amazon Video to Your TV Using Chromecast

You can cast Amazon Video to Chromecast, but only through your phone or tablet—not directly from a computer

Amazon Video (Prime Video) does not have a built-in Chromecast button like Netflix or YouTube do. Instead, you cast the entire screen of your phone or tablet to your Chromecast device, which sends the video along with it. This works on both Android phones and iPhones, though the steps differ slightly. The video will play at whatever quality your internet connection supports, and you can control playback from your phone while the video plays on your TV.

Casting from a computer to Chromecast is possible but requires using your web browser's cast feature rather than the Amazon Video app itself. This method is slower and less reliable than casting from a phone, so phone casting is the standard approach most people use.

Key Takeaways

Open the Amazon Video app on your phone or tablet, start playing a video, then swipe down from the top of your screen to find the cast icon and select your Chromecast device.
On Android, the cast icon appears in the notification panel; on iPhone, it appears in the Control Center after you add it.
Your phone and Chromecast must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network for casting to work.
Once casting starts, your phone screen can turn off and you can use other apps—the video will keep playing on your TV.
If casting fails, restart your Chromecast device by unplugging it for 10 seconds, then plug it back in.

Cast Amazon Video from an Android phone

Open the Amazon Video app and find a video you want to watch. Press play to start the video. Once it is playing, swipe down from the top of your screen twice to open the full notification panel (the first swipe usually opens a partial panel). Look for the cast icon—it looks like a rectangle with curved lines in the corner, similar to a Wi-Fi symbol pointing at a screen.

Tap the cast icon. A list of nearby Chromecast devices will appear. Select the name of your Chromecast. The video will pause for a moment, then resume playing on your TV. Your phone screen can now go dark, and you can open other apps—the video will keep playing on the Chromecast. Use your phone's volume buttons or the Amazon Video app controls to adjust volume and pause or skip forward and backward.

If you do not see a cast icon in your notification panel, make sure your phone is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Chromecast. Also check that the Amazon Video app is fully updated in the Google Play Store.

Cast Amazon Video from an iPhone

Open the Amazon Video app and start playing a video. Swipe down from the top-right corner of your screen to open Control Center. If you do not see a cast icon there, you need to add it first: go to Settings, then Control Center, then tap the plus sign next to "AirPlay and Bluetooth" to add casting controls to your Control Center.

Once the cast icon is in your Control Center, tap it while a video is playing. Select your Chromecast device from the list. The video will begin playing on your TV. Like Android, your iPhone screen can turn off and you can use other apps while the video plays. Control playback from the Amazon Video app or from Control Center.

If the cast icon does not appear or no devices show up, check that your iPhone and Chromecast are on the same Wi-Fi network. Restart your Chromecast by unplugging it for 10 seconds if the connection is not working.

Cast Amazon Video from a computer browser

Open a web browser on your computer and go to primevideo.com. Sign in to your account and start playing a video. Look for the cast icon in the video player controls—it is usually in the bottom-right corner near the volume and fullscreen buttons. Click it to see a list of Chromecast devices on your network.

Select your Chromecast device. The video will begin playing on your TV, and you can close the browser tab if you want—the video will keep playing. You can also minimize your browser window. This method works but is less stable than casting from a phone, so if the video keeps stopping or the connection drops, try casting from your phone instead.

Troubleshoot casting problems

If the cast icon does not appear, make sure both your phone (or computer) and your Chromecast are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. They cannot be on different networks. Check your router to confirm both devices are listed as connected.

If the cast icon appears but no devices show up, restart your Chromecast by unplugging it from power for 10 seconds, then plugging it back in. Wait for the light on the device to stop blinking before trying again. If your Chromecast is more than 10 feet away from your router, move it closer or move your router closer—distance and obstacles like walls can weaken the signal.

If the video starts playing but keeps stopping or buffering, your internet connection may be too slow. Try moving your phone or Chromecast closer to your router, or restart your router by unplugging it for 30 seconds. If other devices on your network are using a lot of bandwidth (streaming video, downloading files), pause those to free up speed for your cast.

If you see an error message saying the video cannot be played on this device, the video may have regional restrictions or your account may not have permission to cast that title. Try playing a different video to test whether the problem is with that specific video or with casting in general.

What to do if your Chromecast does not support Amazon Video

Older Chromecast devices (first generation, released in 2013) have limited casting support and may not work reliably with Amazon Video. If you have a very old Chromecast and casting does not work, consider upgrading to a newer model. Current Chromecast devices (Chromecast with Google TV or standard Chromecast) support Amazon Video casting without issues.

If you do not want to upgrade, you can use a different device to watch Amazon Video on your TV: a Roku, Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, or smart TV with Amazon Video built in. These devices have the Amazon Video app installed directly, so you do not need to cast—you just open the app on the TV itself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cast Amazon Video from my computer to Chromecast?

Yes, but only through a web browser at primevideo.com, not through a desktop app. Open the video, click the cast icon in the player controls, and select your Chromecast. This method works but is less stable than casting from a phone.

Do I need to keep my phone unlocked while casting?

No. Once the video starts playing on your TV, your phone screen can turn off and you can lock it. The video will keep playing on the Chromecast. You can also open other apps on your phone without interrupting the cast.

Why does the cast icon not appear in my phone's settings?

Make sure your phone and Chromecast are on the same Wi-Fi network. Also update the Amazon Video app from the Google Play Store (Android) or App Store (iPhone). If the icon still does not appear, restart your phone and try again.

Can I cast 4K video from Amazon Video to Chromecast?

The quality of the cast depends on your internet speed and your Chromecast model. Standard Chromecast supports up to 1080p. Chromecast with Google TV supports 4K if your internet connection is fast enough (at least 25 Mbps for 4K). Check your internet speed and your Chromecast model to see what quality is possible.

What if my Chromecast keeps disconnecting during playback?

Restart your Chromecast by unplugging it for 10 seconds. If disconnections keep happening, move your Chromecast closer to your Wi-Fi router, or restart your router by unplugging it for 30 seconds. Also check whether other devices on your network are using a lot of bandwidth and pause them if possible.

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