{"id":2342,"date":"2023-04-05T07:18:37","date_gmt":"2023-04-05T07:18:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cleverfixes.com\/?p=2342"},"modified":"2023-10-05T07:39:43","modified_gmt":"2023-10-05T07:39:43","slug":"hulu-not-working-on-samsung-tv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cleverfixes.com\/hulu-not-working-on-samsung-tv\/","title":{"rendered":"Hulu Not Working on Samsung TV (8 Proven Fixes!)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Samsung is renowned as one of the top smart TV brands globally. They stand out because of their fantastic image quality and the ability to add your favorite streaming apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just a few weeks back, I was having a Hulu marathon on my Samsung TV. I was totally drawn into some Hulu specials like The Dropout<\/em> and The Bear<\/em> (you should definitely give them a watch).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It was going great until, out of the blue, Hulu crashed on my Samsung TV. Just like that. And I was utterly clueless about what happened.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I won’t lie, it was incredibly frustrating and annoying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead of winding down with some great TV shows, I spent hours scrolling through Reddit discussions and watching YouTube tutorials. I reached out to the customer support at both Hulu and Samsung, trying to figure out what went wrong and how to fix it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To say I learned a lot during this process would be putting it mildly. Eventually, I managed to get Hulu up and running on my Samsung TV. Realizing that I might not be the only one who’s faced this issue, I decided to put together this guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, I’m going to share why Hulu might stop working on your Samsung TV and the steps I discovered to fix the problem.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Clever Fix<\/strong>

Power cycle the TV by unplugging it from the power source and holding its power button for 30 seconds. After a minute, reconnect the TV to the power source and turn it on.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Why is Hulu not working on my Samsung TV?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When Hulu stops working on your Samsung TV, it could be due to a variety of reasons. These could range from small firmware glitches, outdated TV firmware, an old version of the Hulu app, cache data clutter, or a slow internet connection.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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How do I troubleshoot Hulu not working on my Samsung TV?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Start by narrowing down the possible issues with some basic troubleshooting steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Firstly, make sure your Samsung TV model is still compatible with Hulu. According to Hulu’s updates in October 2022<\/a>, they only support Samsung TVs released in 2016 or later.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, if your TV is a 2015 model or older, unfortunately, Hulu won’t work on it. If you’re unsure about your Samsung TV’s release year, you can verify it from Samsung’s TV model groups<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next up, verify if the Hulu servers are experiencing any issues. Even though it’s pretty uncommon, it can happen. You can check the status of Hulu’s servers by visiting Hulu Support’s official Twitter account<\/a> or using a website like Downdetector<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lastly, ensure your internet connection is functioning properly. You can test this by checking if other devices, like your smartphone, can connect to Wi-Fi and access the internet. If you spot a problem with your internet, you should reach out to your internet service provider (ISP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, if your Samsung TV is supported by Hulu, their servers are working fine, and your internet is up to scratch, but you’re still facing issues, don’t worry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’m about to guide you through several proven solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do I fix Hulu not working on my Samsung TV?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Power cycle your Samsung TV<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If Hulu isn\u2019t loading on your Samsung TV, the Clever Fix (power cycle) may resolve the issue.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Begin by unplugging your Samsung TV from the power source and hold its power button for about 30 seconds.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

After waiting a minute, reconnect your TV to the power source and switch it on.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Note: You can also power cycle your Samsung TV using the remote. Just press and hold the power button on your remote until the TV turns off and back on again. Wait until you see the Samsung logo before releasing the power button on your remote.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A power cycle is also often referred to as a cold boot or soft reset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s a go-to solution for several glitches on Samsung TVs that are typically caused by bugs or leftover electrical charge, like when it\u2019s not turning on<\/a> or fails to connect to Wi-Fi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Samsung TVs tend to accumulate bugs and residual electrical charge because they don’t fully reboot when you turn them off without unplugging. Instead, they usually stay in a standby mode, making it quicker for users to power them back on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A power cycle empties this lingering electrical charge and resets the main board of your Samsung TV. It’s the equivalent of giving your TV a complete reboot, just like restarting your computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once your TV powers back on after a power cycle, your Hulu app should be up and running.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, if Hulu’s still giving you trouble, don’t sweat it. There are a few more solutions to try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Reinstall the Hulu app<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If a power cycle doesn’t resolve things, try reinstalling the Hulu app on your Samsung TV.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Hulu app typically comes pre-installed on Samsung TVs as one of the basic apps. These essential apps can’t be deleted or removed, but you can reinstall them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n