Hulu Not Working on Google TV – Easy Fixes

Is Hulu not working on your Google TV? It is certain to come across this issue for varied reasons. As a result, users may happen to miss out on streaming the Live TV channels and video-on-demand content available on the Hulu library.

Resolving the issue of Hulu on Google TV not working is possible once the underlying causes are identified. If you are uncertain about the potential solutions, you can use the troubleshooting tips provided by our experts to fix the problem without requiring technical expertise.

Hulu Doesn’t Work on Google TV – Associated Causes

If Hulu isn’t working on your Chromecast with Google TV, it may be for the following reasons.

1. Unstable or poor internet connectivity
2. Hulu server down issue
3. Subscription to Hulu is expired
4. Outdated version of the Hulu app
5. Hulu is geo-restricted
6. Chromecast with Google TV runs on an outdated version

Issue Type	Causes	Fixes
Connectivity-Related Issue	1. Hulu is not loading or opening 2. Media playback buffering or stopped playing	Reset your router, move closer to your router, or switch to a wired connection.
Service-Related Issue	Hulu server outage	Check Hulu’s website and check if there are any known outages or maintenance periods.
Device-Related Issue	1. Outdated app version 2. Outdated Google TV software	1. Update the app to the latest version, clear the app cache and data, uninstall and reinstall the app 2. Update the device software to the latest version and check if the software is supported by Hulu.

Connectivity-Related Issue:

If you come across Hulu not loading, opening, or media playback buffering or stopped playing, then it is because of the WIFI or internet connection issue of the Google TV.

Service-Related Issue:

You may come across service-related issues when there is a problem with billing or payment. If the content that you intend to stream is not available on Hulu, that is also related to service issues.

Device-Related Issue:

Not all the time the issue may be with Hulu. Sometimes, the app may not work when there is a bug or temporary glitch within Google TV. It can be resolved by a general reboot or a hard reset.

Fixes

Our team of troubleshooting experts recommends the following fixes to try when you get Hulu not working issues.

Connectivity Related Fixes

Here are the possible fixes for the connectivity-related issue of Hulu that you will face when you try to stream on Google TV.

1. Perform an Internet Speed Test

Is Hulu not loading on Google TV? If so, it may be due to an unstable or poor WIFI connection.

Performing a speed test for the WIFI connection of your Google TV will help find out if there is an internet connection issue. You must have a minimum of 3mbps-16mbps to watch the Hulu app on your Google TV. If the speed test result is below average, connect Google TV to a new WiFi for buffer-free streaming.

2. Restart the WIFI Router

Restarting your router will fix internet throttling or bandwidth-related issue. With this, you may be able to stream Hulu without buffering. However, if you still find lagging issues while streaming Hulu, you shall reach out to your ISP to resolve the issue.

3. Disconnect Other Devices

Hulu may not work, or the video lags if the WIFI or internet is shared between different devices. When the bandwidth is shared, you may find Hulu not working issue on Google TV. So, it is recommended to disconnect other devices, excluding your Google TV, to watch Hulu without limitations or load time.

Service-Related Fixes

Here are the service-related fixes for Hulu not working issue on Google TV.

1. Relaunch Hulu

At times, Hulu may be crashed if too many users have tried to access it at the same time. You shall close and relaunch the app on your Google TV to check if it is working.

2. Hulu Down

When there is a Hulu outage, you may not be able to stream the desired content. You shall check for the Hulu status by visiting Downdetector.

If you find a Hulu server down issue, unfortunately, nothing can be done from the user end. The issue needs to be fixed from the developer’s end. With that, you will be able to stream Hulu without any issues.

3. Renew Subscription

Hulu stops working on Google TV when you try to stream any of its offerings after the subscription expiry. Fortunately, it can be fixed easily by renewing the service with the plan of your choice.

4. Unblock Hulu Geo-Restrictions

As Hulu is only accessible in the USA & its territories, you may face geo-restrictions if you try streaming Hulu from other regions. With a trusted VPN like NordVPN or ExpressVPN, you can unblock the service and further stream its content.

5. Log Out & Log In to Hulu

At times, a temporary bug or error may be the reason why Hulu doesn’t work on your Google TV. It can be resolved upon logging out and logging back into your account again.

6. Update Hulu App

You will come across Hulu not working on Google TV if you haven’t updated the app in a while on your Google TV. You need to update the app on your Google TV every once in a while to avoid these issues.

To Update Hulu:

• From Google TV Home, select Your Apps > Select Hulu > Click the Ok button to update the app on your TV.

7. Uninstall Hulu Updates

In most cases, Google TV apps will auto-update in the background. The update may be interrupted or might not have been installed properly, and as a result, Hulu goes non-working. The user can remove the app from Google TV and get back to the previous version of Hulu on Google TV.

To Uninstall Hulu Update:

• Go to the Apps section > Long-press the Hulu app icon > Select Uninstall Updates > Launch Hulu to use its stable version.

8. Hulu Screen Limit Maxed Out

Based on the subscription plan, you can stream Hulu simultaneously on up to two devices. When you try exceeding the limit, you may come across Hulu not working issue. To get rid of this issue, you shall log out of Hulu on any other device and try logging in on your Google TV. In case you have shared your account with others, then reset the Hulu password to use it on your TV.

Device Related Fixes

Here are the possible fixes for the device-related issue when you face while streaming Hulu.

1. Watch Hulu on a Different Device

When Hulu is not working, you can try to watch Hulu on any of your devices to check if the issue is with the service or device. If you can watch Hulu content on one another device, it means the problem is with your Google TV.

2. Clear Hulu Cache

Hulu stores your search history, preference, and other data in the cache memory. If the cache files are corrupted, you might come across Hulu failing to work on Google TV. It is recommended to remove the cache on Google TV every once a week.

To Cear Cache:

• Go to Apps > Select Hulu > Choose Clear Cache.

3. Force Stop Hulu on Google TV

Force closing Hulu on your Google TV is one of the best troubleshooting tricks when you come across an app not working issue. It will fix any temporary bug and lets you stream Hulu without limitation.

To Force Close Hulu:

• Go to Settings > Select Apps > Highlight Hulu > Press Enter > Select Force Stop.

4. Restart Google TV

At times, Google TV may misbehave, and it may be the reason for Hulu not working. A simple restart of Google TV will fix the issue, and you will be able to watch your desired content on your TV.

To Restart Google TV:

• Press the Power button on the TV remote > Select Restart.

5. Update Google TV

If you haven’t updated your Google TV in a while, then it may be the cause of Hulu not working. It is because the outdated version may hold bugs and issues, or the latest version of Hulu may not be compatible with the current version of your Google TV. All these issues can be resolved upon using the latest version of Google tvOS.

To Update Google TV:

• Press Quick Settings on the remote > Select Settings > Click System > Choose About > Enable Automatic Updates to update Google TV OS.

6. Reset Google TV

When none of the troubleshooting tricks has helped you resolve the Hulu Not Working on Google TV, then you shall opt to reset the Chromecast with Google TV. We recommend it as a last resort to be done as it will erase all the data, including your customizations and preferences. Upon resetting, you need to setup Google TV from the start. Then, you can reinstall Hulu on your Chromecast with Google TV to further stream the service without issue.

Contact Hulu Customer Support

If you cannot get resolved the issue, we recommend you contact customer support at Hulu. You may look for the FAQ or Help page of Hulu for any general answers. In addition, you can avail the customer support via live chat or call to get assistance and thereby fix Hulu issues.

Alternatives of Hulu

Check out the table if you want to try some other streaming services or the best rival of Hulu.

Service Name	Price (Basic)	Website	Installation Guide
Frndly	$6.99/month	try.frndlytv.com	Frndly TV on Google TV
Philo	$25/month	www.philo.com	Philo on Google TV
Sling TV	$40/ month	www.sling.com	Sling TV on Google TV
YouTube TV	$72.99/month	tv.youtube.com	YouTube TV on Google TV
fubo TV	$74.99/month	www.fubo.tv	fuboTV on Google TV

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