How to cast Popcorn Time on Chromecast

Popcorn time on Chromecast

Popcorn Time is an application that allows you to watch movies and on-demand videos for free. This app is a free alternative to paid video streaming services like Netflix. You can stream an unlimited collection of movies and TV shows, allowing you to stream titles in HD streaming quality. Moreover, the app is completely free to install and stream. In addition to that, it comes with Chromecast & AirPlay support. Therefore, you can stream Popcorn Time on a big screen using a Chromecast device.

Popcorn Time contains streaming links to the latest movies under the copyrighted act. The website has been banned several times by the government as it is considered illegal.

Note: Streaming Copyrighted content is against the law. Watch movies in theatres or through official digital partners like Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc. We do not encourage people to watch movies through pirated sites.

How to Install Popcorn Time on Smartphone? [ Android or iOS device]

To cast Popcorn Time on your Chromecast-connect TV, you must install the app on your casting device. Lets us see the step to install Popcorn Time on Android and iOS device.

On Android Phone/ Tablet

1: Go to the Popcorn Time webpage at https://popcorntime.movie/

2: Download the latest version of the app.

3: Once the file gets downloaded, click Install.

4. Click Open to launch the app.

On iPhone/ iPad

1. On your iPhone Settings, click on the General option.

2. Select the Background App Refresh option.

3. Click on the Background App Refresh option again and select Wi-Fi & Cellular Data.

4. Go to the Popcorn Time webpage and install apk of Popcorn Time.

5. Download and install the Popcorn Time app.

6. launch the app and follow the casting steps below.

How to Cast Popcorn Time on Chromecast?

Popcorn Time has the option to cast directly from the application. The easiest way to cast Popcorn time is by using your phone. Follow the steps below to cast Popcorn Time on Chromecast:

1: Plug in Chromecast to the HDMI port of your TV.

Connect to the HDMI port

2: Connect Chromecast and your mobile to the same WiFi network.

3: Download the Popcorn Time app from the official Popcorn time website and install it on your phone.

Popcorn time logo

4: Open the Popcorn Time app.

5: You will find the latest movies on the app’s homepage.

How to cast Popcorn Time on Chromecast?

6: Click on a movie that you want to cast.

7: When the video is played, you will find the “Cast” icon on the top right corner of the screen.

How to cast Popcorn Time on Chromecast?

8: Click on the “Cast” icon.

Cast icon

9: The available devices will appear. Click on the “Chromecast” device to which you want to cast.

The video will play on your TV through Chromecast. The above are the steps required for Chromecast Popcorn Time.

Note: The above steps work on both Android and iOS devices. You can follow the same procedure to cast on both devices.

Popcorn Time Chromecast Issues

A few movies in the Popcorn time app don’t support the format, and hence, you won’t be able to cast those videos. Even after trying different methods, you might fail to cast those videos. Try watching the movies which support the casting option. You can also try following the basic fixes for Chromecast not working like

Thus, you can follow the above steps to cast Popcorn Time on Chromecast. As mentioned earlier, Popcorn streams copyrighted content which is against the law. If you still wish to use Popcorn Time, try using a VPN to hide your IP address and stay safe from hackers. As Popcorn time deals with torrenting, it is better to use a VPN.