Key Highlights
- Installation: Get the Hulu app from the respective app store on your Sharp Smart TV [Android TV OS and Roku OS].
- Activation: Visit auth.hulu.com/activate to activate Hulu on Sharp TV.
This article showcases installing the Hulu app on all Sharp Smart TV models. Additionally, we have explained the steps to activate Hulu on Sharp TV to stream on-demand content and live TV channels.
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How to Get Hulu on Sharp Smart TV
The procedure to install Hulu will vary depending on the Sharp TV’s operating system.
Sharp Android / Google TV
1. Turn on the Sharp Smart TV and connect it to the internet.
2. Click the Apps icon on the home screen and open Play Store. For Sharp Google TV, click Apps → Search for apps and games.
3. Click the Search icon, type Hulu, and find the application.
4. Choose Hulu from the suggestions and tap Install.
5. Once installed, hit Open to launch the Hulu app.
Sharp Smart TV with VEWD App Store
Sharp TV users can download Hulu using VEWD, a cloud-based App Store.
1. Turn on the Sharp TV and press the Apps button on your Sharp TV remote.
2. Choose VEWD Apps Store and press the OK button on the Sharp TV remote.
3. Click the Search option, type Hulu, and locate the application.
4. Select the Hulu app and press the OK button on the remote to launch the app.
Sharp Roku TV
1. On your Sharp Roku TV, go to the home screen and choose the Streaming Channels option.
2. The Roku Channel Store will open. Tap the Search Channels option.
3. Using the on-screen keyboard, type Hulu and search for it.
4. Select Hulu and click Add Channel button to begin the installation.
5. Once installed, hit OK from the prompt and tap Go to channel to run the app.
Sharp Smart TV with AppsNOW Store
AppsNOW App can be used to install the Hulu app on Sharp TV.
1. Press the Apps button on the Sharp TV remote.
2. Select the AppsNow option and press the OK button on the remote.
3. On the filter option, select Movies and Television Shows.
4. Search for Hulu, highlight the app, and click OK to install.
Is it Possible to Watch Hulu on Sharp Aquos TV?
Yes. The Hulu app is pre-installed on some Sharp Aquos TVs. So you can access the Hulu app on those Aquos TVs without hassle. However, in very old Aquos TVs, the Hulu app has been discontinued due to technical incapabilities.
If you try to access the Hulu app on older Sharp Aquos TV, you will get the error message stating that “Hulu is no longer supported on this device” or “Your user session has expired.” If you still want to stream Hulu on an older Sharp Aquos TV, the only option is to connect a Chromecast or Firestick.
How to Activate Hulu on Sharp Smart TV
1. Launch the Hulu app on your Sharp Smart TV.
2. Note down the activation code from your TV screen.
3. Visit (https://auth.hulu.com/activate) from a mobile or PC.
4. Log in to your Hulu account. Enter the activation code and hit the Activate button.
5. Once activated, relaunch the Hulu app on your Sharp TV.
FAQ
The Hulu app doesn’t work due to poor internet connection, technical glitches, outdated apps or TV firmware, etc.
Yes. You can cast Hulu to Sharp TV if it has Chromecast built-in.
