You cannot stream Peacock directly through FaceTime, but you can share your screen so the other person sees what you're watching
FaceTime does not have a built-in feature to send video from apps like Peacock through the call itself. What you can do instead is use screen sharing, which lets the person on the other end of your FaceTime call see your phone or computer screen in real time. They will see Peacock playing exactly as it appears on your device, and they will hear the audio through FaceTime.
Screen sharing works on iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers. The person you are calling does not need to own Peacock or have a subscription — they are just watching your screen. Keep in mind that Peacock's terms of service restrict account sharing to people in your household, so screen sharing with someone outside your home may violate those terms depending on what you are watching.
Key Takeaways
- Screen sharing during FaceTime lets the other person see your Peacock stream, but you must start the FaceTime call first before you can share your screen.
- On iPhone and iPad, swipe up from the bottom of the screen during a FaceTime call and tap Screen Share to begin sharing.
- On Mac, click the screen share icon in the FaceTime window during an active call.
- The person watching your screen will see and hear everything on your device, including notifications and any other apps you open.
- Peacock's account rules restrict sharing to household members, so check the service's terms before sharing with people outside your home.
How to share your screen on iPhone or iPad during FaceTime
Start a FaceTime call with the person you want to watch with. Once the call is connected and you can see their face, swipe up from the bottom of your screen to open the Control Center. You will see a row of quick-access buttons.
Look for the Screen Share button — it looks like a rectangle with lines inside it. Tap it, then tap the name of the person you are calling. FaceTime will ask you to confirm that you want to share your screen. Tap "Start Broadcast" and your screen will appear on their device. Open Peacock and play what you want to watch. They will see your screen and hear the audio through the FaceTime call.
To stop sharing, swipe up again to open Control Center, tap Screen Share, and tap "Stop Broadcast". Your screen will no longer be visible to them, though the FaceTime call will stay active.
How to share your screen on Mac during FaceTime
Open FaceTime and start a call with the person you want to watch with. Once the call is active, look at the top of the FaceTime window. You will see a row of icons including a microphone, camera, and speaker. Click the icon that looks like two overlapping rectangles — this is the screen share button.
A menu will appear asking which screen or window you want to share. Select "Entire Screen" if you want them to see everything on your Mac, or select a specific window if you only want them to see Peacock. Click "Share" and your screen will appear on their device. Open Peacock and start playing. To stop sharing, click the screen share icon again and select "Stop Sharing".
What the other person will see and hear
When you share your screen, the person on the FaceTime call sees a live view of whatever is on your device. If you are watching a show on Peacock, they will see the video player, the show playing, and the subtitles if you have them turned on. They will hear the audio from Peacock through the FaceTime call — you do not need to turn up your device's volume or hold it near your mouth.
They will also see any notifications that pop up, any other apps you open, and your home screen if you swipe away from Peacock. If you want privacy, close other apps and silence notifications before you start sharing. You can also turn off notifications in your device settings before the call begins.
Why you cannot use Peacock's built-in sharing features for FaceTime
Peacock does not have a direct integration with FaceTime that would let you send video from the app through the call. Some streaming services like Disney+ and Netflix have added watch-party features that let multiple people watch together in sync, but Peacock does not offer this yet. Screen sharing is the closest alternative because it shows the other person exactly what you are watching in real time.
Screen sharing does have one drawback: if your internet connection is slow, the video on their end may lag or become pixelated. If you both have strong Wi-Fi, the experience is usually smooth. If the connection is poor, you might want to try a different method, such as both opening Peacock on your own devices and starting the same show at the same time.
Account sharing and Peacock's terms of service
Peacock allows account sharing, but only with people who live in your household. When you screen share with someone outside your home, they are watching your screen rather than logging into their own account, which is a gray area in Peacock's terms. The company's policy is designed to prevent password sharing with people in other homes, not to prevent you from showing someone what you are watching.
If you are sharing with a family member or roommate in your home, screen sharing is a straightforward way to watch together. If you are sharing with someone in a different location, you should be aware that Peacock's terms may not permit this, depending on what content you are watching. For the most current information, check Peacock's terms of service on their website.
Troubleshooting screen share problems during FaceTime
If the Screen Share button does not appear in your Control Center on iPhone or iPad, make sure you are running the latest version of iOS or iPadOS. Screen sharing was added in iOS 15.1 and iPadOS 15.1, so older devices may not support it. You can check your version in Settings > General > About.
If screen sharing starts but the video is choppy or keeps freezing, the problem is usually your internet connection. Move closer to your Wi-Fi router, close other apps that use data, or ask the other person to do the same. If Peacock itself is buffering before you even start sharing, fix that first by pausing the video and letting it load, then resume the FaceTime call.
If the audio is not coming through on their end, check that your device's mute switch is not on. On iPhone, the mute switch is on the left side of the device. You can also check your volume in Control Center — make sure it is not set to zero.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can both people watch Peacock on their own devices at the same time during FaceTime?
Yes. You can both open Peacock, start the same show, and pause or play at the same time to stay in sync. This way you are each using your own account and internet connection, which often works better than screen sharing if your connection is slow. You will still be on the FaceTime call so you can talk about what you are watching.
Will the other person need a Peacock account to watch my screen share?
No. They are watching your screen, not logging into Peacock themselves. They only need to be on a FaceTime call with you. If they want to watch Peacock on their own device later, they would need their own account or access to a shared account in their household.
Does screen sharing use a lot of data?
Yes, screen sharing uses more data than a regular FaceTime call because it is sending video of your entire screen. If you have a limited data plan, use Wi-Fi for both the FaceTime call and Peacock. Screen sharing over cellular data will drain your data allowance quickly.
Can I screen share Peacock on Android phones?
FaceTime is only available on Apple devices, so you cannot use FaceTime on Android. If you have an Android phone, you can use Google Meet or another video call app that supports screen sharing. The steps are similar: start a call, look for a screen share button, and select your screen.
What happens if I get a text message or phone call while I am screen sharing?
Notifications will appear on your screen, and the other person will see them. If you answer a phone call, the FaceTime call will end and screen sharing will stop. To avoid interruptions, turn on Do Not Disturb before you start the call. You can find it in Control Center or Settings.