Cast Peacock to Chromecast in Three Steps

To cast Peacock to a Chromecast device, open the Peacock app on your phone or tablet, find the show or movie you want to watch, tap the cast icon (it looks like a rectangle with curved lines in the corner), select your Chromecast device from the list, and tap it. The video will start playing on your TV within a few seconds. Your phone becomes a remote — you can pause, rewind, or change volume from the app while the show plays on the big screen.

The cast icon appears in the top right corner of the Peacock app on Android and in the player controls on iOS. If you do not see it, make sure your phone and Chromecast are on the same Wi-Fi network. The icon will not appear if they are not connected to the same network.

Key Takeaways

  • Your phone, tablet, and Chromecast must all be connected to the same Wi-Fi network before you can cast.
  • The cast icon appears in the Peacock app player — tap it and select your device to start casting within seconds.
  • Your phone acts as a remote while casting; you can pause, rewind, and adjust volume from the app.
  • If the cast icon does not appear, restart the Peacock app or restart your Chromecast device by unplugging it for 10 seconds.

Check Your Wi-Fi Connection First

Chromecast casting only works when your phone and your Chromecast device are on the same Wi-Fi network. Open your phone's Wi-Fi settings and confirm you are connected to your home network. Then check that your Chromecast is also on that same network — you can verify this in the Google Home app by tapping the device and looking at the network name listed under "Wi-Fi".

If your Chromecast is on a different network or not connected at all, it will not appear in the cast menu. Reconnect your Chromecast to the correct network using the Google Home app: tap the device, go to Settings, select Wi-Fi, and choose your network.

Find the Cast Icon in the Peacock Player

Open Peacock and start playing any show or movie. On Android phones and tablets, the cast icon appears in the top right corner of the player — it looks like a small rectangle with three curved lines. On iPhones and iPads, the cast icon is in the player controls at the bottom of the screen, usually on the right side near the volume slider.

If you are watching full-screen, tap the screen once to reveal the player controls. The cast icon will appear along with the pause button and other playback controls. If you still do not see it after tapping, your phone and Chromecast may not be on the same network.

Select Your Chromecast Device

Tap the cast icon and a list of available devices will appear. Your Chromecast will be listed by name — for example, "Living Room" or "Bedroom TV" depending on what you named it when you set it up. Tap the device you want to cast to.

Within a few seconds, the Peacock video will appear on your TV and start playing from where you left off in the app. The app on your phone will show a blue cast icon, indicating that casting is active. If you do not see your Chromecast in the list, make sure it is powered on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your phone.

Control Playback from Your Phone

While casting, your phone becomes the remote. The Peacock app shows all the standard playback controls: play, pause, rewind, fast-forward, and volume. Use these controls to manage what is playing on your TV. You can also lock your phone or switch to other apps — the video will keep playing on your TV.

To stop casting, tap the blue cast icon again and select "Stop casting" from the menu. The video will stop on your TV, and you can resume watching on your phone if you want. Closing the Peacock app will also end the cast session.

Troubleshoot If Casting Does Not Work

If the cast icon does not appear in Peacock, restart the app by closing it completely and opening it again. If that does not work, restart your Chromecast by unplugging it from power for 10 seconds, then plugging it back in. Wait for it to reconnect to Wi-Fi — this usually takes about a minute.

If your Chromecast still does not appear in the cast menu, open the Google Home app and check that your Chromecast is online and on the same Wi-Fi network as your phone. You can also try restarting your phone and your Wi-Fi router. If you are still having trouble, make sure you are using the latest version of the Peacock app by checking your phone's app store for updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cast Peacock from a computer to Chromecast?

Yes. Open Peacock in a web browser on your computer, start playing a show, and look for the cast icon in the video player (usually in the bottom right corner). Click it, select your Chromecast device, and the video will play on your TV. Your computer becomes the remote.

Do I need a Peacock subscription to cast?

Peacock offers both free and paid content. You can cast free shows without a subscription, but some shows and movies require a Peacock Premium or Premium Plus subscription. The casting process is the same either way.

What happens if I lose Wi-Fi while casting?

The video will pause on your TV. Once your Wi-Fi reconnects, casting will resume. If the connection is lost for more than a few minutes, you may need to start casting again by tapping the cast icon and selecting your device.

Can I cast Peacock to multiple Chromecast devices at once?

No. You can only cast to one Chromecast device at a time from the Peacock app. If you want to watch on a different TV, stop casting to the first device and then cast to the second one.

Why does the cast icon appear grayed out?

A grayed-out cast icon usually means your phone and Chromecast are not on the same Wi-Fi network. Check your phone's Wi-Fi settings and reconnect to your home network if needed. Then restart the Peacock app.