Turn on Autoplay to Watch the Next Episode Automatically
Disney Plus has a built-in Autoplay feature that plays the next episode in a series without you having to click anything. When autoplay is on, the app waits about 8 seconds after an episode ends, then starts the next one. If you stop watching before the countdown finishes, you can tap or click to cancel and choose something else instead.
Autoplay works on all devices where you watch Disney Plus — phones, tablets, computers, and streaming devices like Roku or Apple TV. The setting is tied to your account, so once you turn it on, it stays on across all your devices unless you turn it off again.
Key Takeaways
- Autoplay is a single toggle in your account settings that makes Disney Plus play the next episode automatically after about 8 seconds.
- You can turn autoplay on or off from any device, and the setting applies to your entire account across all devices.
- When autoplay is running, you have 8 seconds to stop it by tapping or clicking before the next episode starts.
- Autoplay works for series but not for movies, and it only plays episodes within the same show.
How to Turn On Autoplay on Phone or Tablet
Open the Disney Plus app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. On iPhone and iPad, this is usually in the lower right. On Android phones, it may be in the top right. Tap your profile name or picture to open your account menu.
Look for Settings or a gear icon. Scroll down until you see Autoplay or Playback Settings. Tap the toggle next to "Autoplay" to turn it on. The toggle will change color (usually to blue) to show it is active. Close the settings menu and go back to watching — autoplay is now on for your account.
How to Turn On Autoplay on a Computer or Web Browser
Go to DisneyPlus.com and log in with your account. Click your profile icon in the top right corner of the page. From the dropdown menu, select Account or Settings.
Look for Playback Settings on the left side of the page. You should see an option for Autoplay with a toggle or checkbox next to it. Click the toggle to turn autoplay on. The page will save your change right away. The next time you finish watching an episode on any device, the next one will start automatically.
How to Turn On Autoplay on Streaming Devices
On devices like Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, Apple TV, or Google TV, open the Disney Plus app and go to your profile. Navigate to Settings using your remote's arrow buttons. Look for Playback or Autoplay in the settings menu.
Highlight the autoplay option and press the select button on your remote to toggle it on. You will see a checkmark or a filled circle appear next to the setting. Exit the menu and start playing a show — when the episode ends, the next one will begin automatically after the countdown.
What Happens During the Autoplay Countdown
When an episode finishes, Disney Plus shows a countdown timer on your screen — usually 8 seconds. During this time, you can stop autoplay by pressing a button or tapping the screen. The exact button depends on your device: on a remote, you might press the back button or a dedicated stop button; on a phone or computer, you tap or click anywhere on the countdown screen.
If you do nothing, the timer runs out and the next episode starts playing. The show picks up from the beginning of the episode, not where you left off the last time you watched it. If you want to skip ahead to where you stopped, you will need to do that manually.
Turning Off Autoplay When You Do Not Want It
Follow the same steps you used to turn autoplay on, but this time click or tap the toggle to turn it off. The toggle will return to its original color (usually gray) to show autoplay is now inactive. You can turn it back on anytime using the same method.
If autoplay is on but you want to stop it for just one episode, use the countdown timer that appears when the episode ends. Tap or click the screen during those 8 seconds to cancel autoplay for that moment. The next time an episode ends, autoplay will try to start again unless you have turned it off in settings.
Autoplay Limitations and What It Does Not Do
Autoplay only works for television series, not for movies. When a movie ends, Disney Plus will not automatically start another one. Autoplay also only plays the next episode within the same show — it will not jump to a different series when you finish a show.
If you are watching a show with multiple seasons, autoplay will play through all episodes of the current season before stopping. It does not automatically move to season two. Once the last episode of a season finishes, you will see the countdown timer, but the next episode will not exist, so nothing will play. You will need to manually select season two if you want to continue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does autoplay work on all Disney Plus devices?
Yes, autoplay works on phones, tablets, computers, Roku, Fire Stick, Apple TV, Google TV, and most other devices that run the Disney Plus app. The setting is stored in your account, so turning it on once applies it everywhere you watch.
Can I turn off autoplay for just one show?
Disney Plus does not have a per-show autoplay setting. You can only turn autoplay on or off for your entire account. However, you can stop autoplay for individual episodes by tapping or clicking during the 8-second countdown before the next episode starts.
What if I fall asleep while watching — will autoplay keep playing all night?
Yes, autoplay will continue playing episodes one after another until you manually stop it or the series ends. If you are concerned about this, turn autoplay off in your settings, or make sure to stop playback before you go to sleep.
Does autoplay play episodes in the correct order?
Yes, autoplay always plays episodes in the order they aired. It will not skip episodes or play them out of sequence.
Why is my autoplay not working?
Check that autoplay is actually turned on in your settings — the toggle should be colored or checked. If it is on but still not working, try logging out of the Disney Plus app and logging back in. If the problem continues, restart the device you are using to watch.