Crunchyroll is a premium anime streaming app that offers thousands of movies, TV shows, and manga titles. This app is compatible with several streaming devices, including Apple TV. You can install the Crunchyroll app from the App Store of Apple TV 4th generation or later. Those with earlier tvOS models can stream the Crunchyroll content on Apple TV via AirPlay. If you are unsure of how to download and activate Crunchyroll, go through the steps below.
How to Install Crunchyroll on Apple TV
Initially, visit the Crunchyroll website and subscribe to any premium membership that starts from $7.99/month. New subscribers can try the 7-day free trial to test the service.
1. Connect the Apple TV to the WiFi and go to the Home Screen.
2. Click the App Store tile and tap the Search icon.
3. Use the on-screen keyboard to type Crunchyroll and search for the application.
4. From the search suggestions, choose the Crunchyroll app and hit the Get or Download icon to install the app.
How to Activate Crunchyroll on Apple TV
After installing the app, you need to activate it on your Apple TV to access its anime content on a big screen.
1. Open Crunchyroll on your Apple TV and select Sign In. You will see two options on the home screen.
- Log In with a code
- Log In with Email
Log In with a code:
- Hit the Log in with a code option and make a note of the Crunchyroll activation code.
- Now, visit the Crunchyroll activation website [https://www.crunchyroll.com/activate] on your PC browser and input the code displayed on the TV.
- Log in to your Crunchyroll account to complete the activation process.
Log In with Email:
- Enter the username and password of your Crunchyroll account to sign in.
2. After activation, relaunch the app on your Apple TV and start streaming your favorite anime shows or movies on the Crunchyroll app.
How to AirPlay Crunchyroll on Apple TV
If you have an Apple TV 3rd generation or earlier models, you can’t find this app on the App Store. As a result, you cannot install the Crunchyroll app. In this case, you can AirPlay the Crunchyroll videos on your TV from an iPhone or iPad.
1. Connect the iPhone or iPad and Apple TV to the same WiFi. Then, move to the App Store on your iPhone and download the Crunchyroll app.
2. Log in to the app and play any anime video. On the playback screen, select the AirPlay icon and choose the name of your Apple TV from the pop-up menu.
Note: If you can’t find the AirPlay icon, select the Screen Mirroring icon under the Control Center on your iPhone.
3. Within seconds, the anime content playing on your iPhone or iPad will be shown on your Apple TV.
How to Fix the Crunchyroll App Not Working on Apple TV
If you’re experiencing issues with the Crunchyroll app on your Apple TV, there are several steps you can take to resolve them. To learn about it, refer to the steps below.
- Start by restarting your Apple TV to clear the minor glitches.
- For those using AirPlay, ensure that your Apple TV is connected to the same WiFi as the iPhone.
- If the subscription is expired, renew the Crunchyroll premium plan.
- It’s also important to check that both the app and Apple TV are updated to the latest version.
- As a last resort, try uninstalling the app and then reinstalling it.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Crunchyroll is not free to use. You need to get a premium subscription to stream its content on Apple TV.
