If you are fond of watching fantasy content, Disney Plus will be the best choice to start. Disney Plus supports working on Google TV and can be installed directly from the Play Store. In fewer models, you may find Disney+ gets pre-installed on Google TV.
Disney Plus offers entertainment content to both kids and families. Most content you find is from big networks, such as Marvel, Pixar, Star Wars, and National Geographic. It also gives you access to bundles such as ESPN+, and Hulu if subscribed.
This article gives you the installation and casting guide to get Disney Plus on Google TV. We have also added the fixes which can be performed when Disney+ stops working on your TV.
How to Download and Watch Disney Plus on Google TV
You need to create an account and subscribe to a premium plan starting at $7.99/month to access Disney+ to the fullest.
#1. Hover to the Apps section on the Google TV Home Screen.
#2. Under the Apps Categories section, click on Search for Apps.
#3. On the search bar, type Disney Plus and search for it.
#4. Click on the Install button on the app’s info page.
#5. Wait for the app to install on your Google TV.
#6. Click the Open menu once it has been installed.
#7. The Disney Plus app will launch on your Google TV immediately. You can also launch the Disney Plus app from the My Apps section.
#8. Sign in with Disney+ login credentials and then stream the content that you want.
How to Cast Disney Plus to Google TV
Casting Disney+ is one of the easiest ways to stream the access it on Google TV.
#1. Connect your Google TV, and the Disney+ installed smartphone to the same WiFi network.
Note: If you haven’t installed it, you can get the app from the App Store and Google Play Store on your respective smartphone.
#2. Launch the Disney Plus app and click the Cast icon located in the top right corner.
#3. Select your Google TV, and Disney Plus will appear on the TV.
#4. On your smartphone, select and play the title you want.
#5. Watch the Disney Plus content on your TV. If you want, you can use the smartphone for other purposes without disabling the WiFi.
Apart from smartphones, you can use the Chrome browser on Windows and Mac computers to cast the web version of Disney Plus on Google TV.
How to Fix Disney Plus Not Working on Google TV
Sometimes Disney Plus stops working on your Chromecast with Google TV due to various reasons. Follow the below-listed troubleshooting methods to resolve the issues.
#1. Check whether the WiFi connection is stable. If not restart the router.
#2. Visit Downdetector to check if any server issues.
#3. Ensure the devices are connected to the same WiFi network for casting.
#4. Restart the Disney+ app if it gets stuck frequently while streaming.
#5. Clear the Disney Plus app cache on the TV.
#6. You need to reboot Google TV if the Disney+ app keeps crashing.
#7. Uninstall and reinstall the Disney+ app to remove unknown bugs.
#8. Upgrade Google TV if it isn’t compatible with the app’s version.
If the issue isn’t getting resolved, try visiting Disney Plus Support to get your issues fixed permanently.
FAQ
Sadly, no. Disney Plus currently doesn’t offer a free trial.
Yes. You can stream Disney+ content in 4K Ultra HD and HDR quality.
If the Cast button is not visible, make sure to update the latest version of the app on your smartphone. Check whether the devices are connected to the same WiFi. You can also screen mirror your phone to TV to stream Disney+ on your Google TV.