Enjoying Hulu Content on an LG Smart TV - Easy Setup Steps Inside

What to Know

• Once you have a Hulu account, press theHome button on your remote, select the Hulu app, and log in.
• If you don’t see Hulu in your App List, go toApps orLG Content Store and search forHulu .
• Alternatively, connect a computer, game console, or streaming device that supports Hulu, or cast from Chrome.

This article explains how to get Hulu on LG smart TVs. The instructions apply to all LG models.

How to Get Hulu on an LG Smart TV

The Hulu app comes preinstalled on most LG smart TVs, so these instructions should work for most models:

Most LG TVs run the webOS TV operating system, but Roku powers some models (like the LF5700 series), so you’ll need to follow the steps toget Hulu on Roku .

1. Go to theHulu website to sign up for an account if you don’t already have one.
2. Press theHome button on your LG TV remote.
3. In your App List, select theHulu app.
4. Follow the instructions to log in to your Hulu account and start streaming.
   If you have the Hulu, ESPN+, and Disney Plus bundle, use the same password to log in to all three services.

If you don’t see Hulu in your App List, you can install it from the LG store:

1. Press theHome button on your LG TV remote.
2. In your App List, selectApps orLG Content Store on older LG TVs.
3. Select theSearch icon at the top of the screen, then search forHulu .
   If you don’t see Hulu in the search results, your LG TV doesn’t support the Hulu app, so you’ll have to use a different method.
4. Select theHulu app, then selectInstall and accept the user agreement.
   On some models, you’ll be prompted to log in to your LG account before adding or updating apps.
5. SelectLaunch to open the Hulu app and follow the instructions to start streaming.

Which LG TVs Support Hulu?

All LG smart TVs that run webOS 3.5 or higher come with the Hulu app already installed. Most LG TVs running webOS 3.0 support Hulu except for the B6, UH6350, UH6330, UH77, UH76, and UH61 series.

Your model or serial number can be found on the back of your TV. On some LG TVs, you can bring up model information by pressing theMute button on the remote three times.

IfHulu isn’t working on your LG TV, delete and reinstall the app to ensure you have the latest version.

Other Ways to Watch Hulu on an LG TV

Other ways towatch Hulu on a TV include hooking up your computer to the TV or connecting a streaming device like a Google Chromecast, Roku, Apple TV, or Amazon Fire Stick. Game consoles like the Xbox One, PS4, and Nintendo Switch all have the Hulu app so that you can watch on your LG TV that way, too.

Another option is to cast Hulu directly from the Google Chrome web browser. First, ensure your LG TV is connected to your computer’s Wi-Fi network. Start playing a show or movie in the Chrome browser, select theCast icon in the bottom-right of the player, then choose your LG TV.

How to Sign Up for Hulu on an LG TV

You can’t sign up for Hulu directly on your LG TV. You must subscribe to Hulu and set up an account using another device.

If you subscribe through the Hulu website, you can bundle ESPN+ and Disney Plus at a discount. Alternatively, you can sign up for Hulu through Google Play, Amazon, or your Apple account. Some cable and mobile providers offer free Hulu subscriptions with their plans.

Tocancel Hulu , you must use the same method you used to sign up. For example, if you subscribed to Hulu through your Google account, you’ll have to unsubscribe using the Google Play Store app. If you bundle Hulu with Disney Plus and you are billed through Disney, you mustcancel your Disney Plus subscription to cancel Hulu.

FAQ

• How do I stop someone from using my Hulu account?
  Go to your account page on Hulu’s site. Then find Manage Devices, locate the person’s device, and select REMOVE. If you want to start over completely, from your Hulu account page: Protect Your Account > Log Out of All Devices.
• How many people can watch Hulu at once?
  All Hulu accounts start at 2 streams per account. You buy an add-on feature which allows for unlimited streams on your home network and 3 steams outside of your home network.

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