Today, there are two online streaming services widely available. Hulu founded in 2007, is one of them. The headquarters of this popular streaming service is based in Los Angeles, US. Besides Hulu, another streaming option that is popular these days is Netflix. However, their collection of series and movies are quite different. Hulu mainly offers its subscribers a wide range of current TV shows and a small range of movies. The episodes of the TV shows are mostly available on the day that it is aired. One can enjoy Hulu at $7.99 per month but this plan is unfortunately not ad-free. For ad-free streaming on Hulu, one needs to go for the plan of $11.99 per month. However, $7.99 is not the basic plan, the basic plan on Hulu is $5.99 but all the shows are not available on this plan. Keep reading to know How To Cast Hulu To TV?
How to Cast Hulu to TV?
Are you looking for ways to enhance the ways you can enjoy Hulu? Of course, it is more fun to watch your favorite show or movie on a big screen rather than on your small mobile screen. Let’s see how you can do that. Well, for starters there are several options you can go for but using Chromecast is probably the easiest one possible. Using Chromecast, you can easily enjoy music, videos, and movies on your TV. You can use Chromecast from your mobile as well as your computer. However, there are other options as well that you can go for if you want to cast Hulu to TV. The other options include an HDMI cable to cast Hulu to your TV using the latest Hulu app on your supported iOS device and a Lightning Digital AV Adapter. Another way to enjoy Hulu on a big screen is to cast it using AirPlay. The steps to follow to cast Hulu on TV are pretty simple and hassle-free and all are described in this article.
Casting Hulu to TV using Chromecast
If you are using the latest Hulu app, then you can enjoy all the newest features and the content that your plan offers when you cast Hulu to TV.
Now follow the steps to cast Hulu from your Android or iOS device-
- Make sure your device and the Chromecast are connected to the same Wi-fi network.
- Open Hulu on your device and select the show or movie of your choice.
- Now, click on the Cast icon (you’ll find it at the top of the player window) and select Chromecast.
If you want to cast Hulu from your computer, follow the steps given below-
- Make sure the computer and the Chromecast are connected to the same Wi-fi network.
- Open Hulu.com on your computer and select the show or movie of your choice.
- Now, click on the Cast icon (you’ll find it at the top of the player window) and select Chromecast.
The steps are almost similar and the process is quite hassle-free. So don’t worry and go ahead and enjoy your Hulu on a big screen.
Using AirPlay to Cast Hulu on TV
Here’s another easy way you can opt for casting Hulu on your TV. The steps for using AirPlay are pretty similar to that of Chromecast. You can follow the steps mentioned below to cast Hulu to your supported Apple TV through AirPlay using the latest Hulu app on your supported iOS device.
Follow these steps for casting Hulu on TV from iOS mobile-
- Make sure your iOS device and your Apple TV or AirPlay-supported TV are connected to the Wi-fi network.
- Now open the Hulu app on your iOS device and select the show or movie of your choice.
- For the final step, look for the AirPlay icon at the top of the player screen and tap on it. It will show you a list of devices. From there choose your TV.
Conclusion
To conclude, Hulu is among the most popular American streaming services. Although Hulu has tough competitors in a world full of streaming options, it has made a place for itself in the top tier. However, the reach of Hulu is limited to the US only. Your fun of watching Hulu is not confined to your mobile screen. You can easily cast your Hulu shows to your TV in various ways. All the ways are described in the article. Hope you have a lovely time watching Hulu.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How to use an HDMI cable to cast Hulu on TV?
First, connect the Lighting Digital AV Adapter to your device and use the HDMI cable as a medium by connecting the TV and your device. Now choose the right HDMI input and open the Hulu app and watch your favorite show.
- Can you download movies and shows on Hulu?
Yes, you can. But to download your favorite shows and movies you need to have an ad-free plan.
- Why is Hulu showing ads?
Not all the plans on Hulu are ad-free. For ad-free streaming on Hulu, you need to go for the $11.99 plan.
