Streamers love Hulu – but unfortunately, Hulu doesn't give you a way to watch Hulu shows and movies offline without WiFi – or save Hulu shows to watch after they have 'expired' ( removed from Hulu). So, how can you download Hulu series and movies to watch offline?
Aug 28, 2019. The Hulu app may come pre-installed, but if you need to manually download it, select your device from the list below for more detailed information. Dec 05, 2018 If you want to watch Hulu on Mac or Apple TV offline, you can download a Hulu video downloader for Mac.
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Option 1. Record Hulu with the PlayOn Cloud Mobile Streaming DVR App
The newly launched PlayOn Cloud for iOS and Android devices is a mobile app that lets you record and download from streaming services like Hulu. Initiate recordings from your mobile device from anywhere and we'll notify you when your Hulu recording is complete. Recordings will be temporarily stored in a complimentary cloud “locker” and available for download from anywhere on any device.
Just install the app from Google Play or the App Store, browse to the show you want to record on Hulu, and click on record. The app is free to install — all you pay is a low per-recording fee.
» Learn more about PlayOn Cloud.
» Learn more about PlayOn Cloud.
Option 2. Record Hulu with PlayOn Desktop on your PC
PlayOn Desktop is software for your PC that acts as a streaming DVR (SVR) and media server in one. It lets you record streaming video like Hulu shows and movies – it's similar to how a DVR works for your TV. Hulu videos are recorded and saved as .mp4 files to the hard drive on your PC. You will be able to easily move your .mp4 recordings to any device to watch any time – even offline. You'll even be able to record and download all episodes of top-rated Hulu shows with just one click, or tell PlayOn to automatically download new Hulu series episodes as they come online. Plus you can even cast recordings to your TV.
Download shows and movies from Hulu in just 3 easy steps.
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STEP 1 Download and install PlayOn.Download PlayOn for Windows, hit “Save File” then click on the PlayOn.exe file to install it. Follow the installation instructions and you’ll be recording Hulu videos in moments.
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Click on the Channels tab and click into the Hulu channel. You will be instructed to Open Settings.
This is where you enter your Hulu Email and Password. PlayOn securely stores your account information. Hit Apply and OK to close out. -
STEP 3 Find the streaming Hulu show or movie you want to record and hit the Record button.Just type the streaming show or movie you want in the search bar or browse the Hulu channel to find the titles you are interested in recording. Click on the title you want and hit the Record button.
That's it! You are recording Hulu. You can add more titles to your Queue at any time.
Now you can use your PC to do whatever you like and PlayOn will make the recording in the background. When the recording is complete – you will receive a notification.
Once you have recorded your Hulu video, you can also:
- Download and transfer your Hulu movie or show to your iPad, iPhone, Android phone or tablet to watch from anywhere, anytime.
- Watch your Hulu recording on your TV by clicking Cast from the PlayOn PC console (if you have a streaming device).
- Watch your recording from the free PlayOn channel on your Roku. It is essentially an .mp4 file for you to watch whenever and wherever you want.
Don't have PlayOn yet?
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(Pocket-lint) - For the first time, Hulu is allowing its US users to download shows and movies for offline viewing. But there are a couple caveats.
What are Hulu offline downloads?
With offline downloads, Hulu is letting paid subscribers save content to watch later when they're disconnected from Wi-Fi or cell service. The new feature brings Hulu in line with Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, both of which have offered offline downloads for some time.
Hulu said “thousands” of TV shows and movies will be eligible to be downloaded, but you can’t download everything that’s on the service. At launch, all of Hulu’s original hits, including The Handmaid’s Tale, are eligible for offline downloading.
How do Hulu offline downloads work?
No Ads plan required
Offline downloads are exclusive to paid subscribers of Hulu’s No Ads plan. This plan costs $11.99 per month, whereas the service’s base plan is $5.99 per month. Hulu’s business model here, clearly, is to encourage signups to its more expensive, ad-free subscription tier.
Download limit
You can download up to 25 titles across five different devices. You will have up to 30 days to watch the downloaded content, too. For watched content, the download will expire two days after starting playback. When it expires, you can renew it, if the content is still available.
How to download TV shows and movies on Hulu
To find TV shows and movies that allow offline downloading, tap the new downloads icon in the menubar of the Hulu mobile app and pick “see what’s downloadable'. You’ll also see a download icon appear in search results for content that supports offline viewing.
When will Hulu offline downloads be available?
Watch Hulu On Mac
The offline downloads feature is now available in the Hulu app for iOS and iPadOS in the US. Hulu for Android will follow “soon'.