Where to find the autoplay setting

Autoplay is turned on by default in Disney Plus, but if you've turned it off and want to turn it back on, you'll find the setting in your account menu. The steps differ slightly depending on whether you're using a phone, tablet, computer, or streaming device.

On any device, start by opening Disney Plus and signing in. Look for your profile icon or account menu — usually in the top right corner on computers and web browsers, or in a menu icon (three horizontal lines) on phones and tablets. Tap or click your profile picture to see the account options.

Key Takeaways

  • Autoplay is on by default in Disney Plus, so you only need to change this setting if you previously turned it off.
  • The autoplay setting lives in your account menu under "Playback Settings," not in the main settings of your device.
  • You can turn autoplay on or off separately for each profile on your Disney Plus account.
  • Autoplay will start the next episode in a series automatically when the current episode ends, unless you stop it.

Turning autoplay on from a computer or web browser

Click your profile icon in the top right corner of the Disney Plus home page. A dropdown menu will appear with several options. Select "Account" from this menu.

On the Account page, scroll down until you see "Playback Settings." Click on it to expand that section. You'll see a toggle or checkbox next to "Autoplay." If it's currently off (grayed out or unchecked), click it to turn autoplay on. The setting saves automatically — you don't need to click a separate "Save" button.

Turning autoplay on from a phone or tablet

Open Disney Plus and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner of the screen. This opens your account menu. Tap your profile name or picture at the top of this menu.

Scroll down to find "Playback Settings" and tap it. You'll see the autoplay option listed there. Tap the toggle next to "Autoplay" to turn it on. The toggle will change color or appearance to show it's now active. Like the web version, the change takes effect right away.

Turning autoplay on from a streaming device or smart TV

Using your remote, navigate to your profile icon or account menu. This is usually in the top corner of the home screen, but the exact location varies by device — Roku, Fire Stick, Apple TV, and Chromecast all have slightly different layouts.

Select "Account" or "Settings" from the menu that appears. Look for "Playback Settings" and select it. Highlight "Autoplay" and press the button on your remote that toggles options (often the center button or a dedicated select button). The setting will turn on and save automatically.

What autoplay does and doesn't do

When autoplay is on, Disney Plus will automatically start playing the next episode in a series about 3 seconds after the current episode ends. You'll see a countdown timer on your screen that gives you a chance to stop it — just press the button or tap the screen before the timer reaches zero if you want to watch something else instead.

Autoplay only works within a series. It won't automatically start a different show after a series ends, and it won't play a movie after another movie finishes. If you finish the last episode of a season, autoplay won't start the next season automatically — you'll need to manually select it.

Turning autoplay off if you change your mind

If you turn autoplay on and later decide you want to turn it off, follow the same steps you used to turn it on. Go to your Account menu, find Playback Settings, and toggle autoplay off. You can change this setting as many times as you want, and each change takes effect when ready.

Remember that autoplay settings are tied to individual profiles. If you share a Disney Plus account with family members, each person can have autoplay on or off for their own profile. When someone else logs in with their profile, their autoplay preference will be what appears, not yours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is autoplay already on when I just got Disney Plus?

Disney Plus turns autoplay on by default for all new accounts and profiles. This is the standard setting, so most users don't need to change anything. If you prefer to choose what to watch next rather than having the next episode start automatically, you can turn it off in Playback Settings.

Does autoplay work if I'm watching on multiple devices at the same time?

Autoplay will work on whichever device you're actively watching on. If you're signed in on two devices at once, each device will respect its own autoplay setting independently. The setting you choose applies to your profile across all devices, but the actual autoplay behavior depends on where you're watching.

Can I turn autoplay on for some profiles but not others?

Yes. Each profile on a Disney Plus account has its own autoplay setting. When you go to Playback Settings, you're changing the setting only for the profile you're currently signed in as. Other people using different profiles on the same account can have autoplay on while you have it off, or vice versa.

What happens if I pause an episode right before it ends?

If you pause within a few seconds of the end of an episode, autoplay won't trigger. You'll need to manually resume playback or select the next episode yourself. Autoplay only activates when an episode finishes playing naturally without being paused.