To update the Hulu app on your smart TV, you’re fixing bugs, gaining new features, and ensuring the latest performance improvements are installed. The quickest universal check is to simply relaunch the Hulu app, if an update is pending, the latest version will appear automatically on the next open.
Samsung Smart TV: Turn on automatic updates for Hulu
Samsung TVs typically receive Hulu updates automatically, so you rarely need to intervene. To confirm this is enabled, press the Home button on your remote to open the Home screen menu, then navigate to and select the Settings icon (gear icon) in the top right corner. Keep the cursor on Auto update and press enter to enable the function. If you’re experiencing app issues, also check for TV software updates: press the Menu button on your remote, go to Support > Software Update, and select Update Now. This system-level update can resolve underlying app problems.
Update Hulu on a Roku TV or Roku device (TCL, Hisense, ONN)
Roku devices are designed to automatically run the latest software version, checking for new software during initial setup, when powered on, and randomly every 24-36 hours. The download and installation of updates are automatic and do not interrupt your use of the device. To manually check, press the Home button on your Roku remote, then go to Settings > System > Software update and select Check Now. If new software or app updates are available, your Roku device will download and install them automatically and then reboot. For a single-app check, press the star (*) button on your remote while highlighting the Hulu app, then select Check for updates from the options menu.
Manually update apps on LG, Sony, and Vizio smart TVs
For LG, Sony, and Vizio TVs, the general process involves opening the app store or “My Apps” section, locating Hulu, and selecting Update if available. On LG, press Home, open the LG Content Store, find Hulu, and choose Update if prompted. On Sony, go to the home screen, select All Apps, highlight Hulu, press the Options button, and choose Check for updates. For Vizio, press the V button on the remote to open SmartCast Home, find Hulu, press the yellow button for Options, and select Check for updates. If you don’t see an Update button, the app is already current. Always ensure your TV’s system firmware is up to date via the Settings menu, as outdated system software can block app updates.
Update Hulu on Amazon Fire TV devices
To manually update Hulu on a Fire TV, go to Settings > Applications > Manage Installed Applications, select Hulu, and choose Check for updates. If an update is available, select Update and wait for the installation to complete. For system-level updates that can affect app performance, go to Settings > My Fire TV > About > Check for System Update. If automatic updates are not enabled for the App Store, you can manually check for Hulu updates using this path each time you want to verify.
If you see an error like “my smart TV say Hulu is no longer supported on this device,” it usually means your TV’s operating system or the Hulu app version has fallen too far behind. Updating both the app and the TV firmware is the first fix, but if the error persists after updating, the device may have reached its end-of-life for Hulu support. For a complete explanation and next steps, see our guide on Why Does My Smart TV Say Hulu Is No Longer Supported On This Device. In that case, a streaming stick (like Roku or Fire TV) is the most cost-effective solution, as it will continue receiving Hulu updates.
Final troubleshooting for update failures
Then, clear the Hulu app cache: go to Settings > Apps > Hulu > Clear Cache (or Storage) on most brands. Check for any pending system updates in the TV’s Settings menu, as these often resolve app update errors. If the issue continues, perform a factory reset (refer to your TV’s manual) and contact your TV brand’s support or Hulu directly. Hulu recommends regularly checking for any updates available for both the Hulu app and your device to ensure you receive the latest features, improvements, and bug fixes, and to see if the latest plan is worth it, read our in-depth analysis of its prices, features & benefits.
