How do I get Disney Plus on my smart TV? How to download and set up the app
Whether you've got a Samsung, Philips or LG Smart TV – or no smart TV at all – here is how you can gain access to Disney Plus.
If you're on the hunt for a streaming service which provides a ton of exclusive films and series as well as great original offerings then Disney Plus should be on your radar. They have a huge catalogue of must-watch content, which includes everything from Pixar and Disney classics to the mind-blowing documentaries of National Geographic and huge franchises like Marvel and Star Wars.
Recently added to Disney Plus are series like The Bear, The Acolyte and Agatha All Along, plus movies such as Deadpool vs Wolverine and Avatar: The Way of Water.
There's also the selection of classics that we all know and love like Toy Story, The Incredibles, Monsters Inc and other more recent child favourites like Elemental, The Little Mermaid, and Inside Out 2.
With an ever-growing library of content, there has never been a better time to sign up for Disney Plus if you haven't already got to enjoy the best Disney Plus shows or best Disney Plus movies. And, the beauty of Disney Plus is that most viewers will be able to get all this content directly to their TV by downloading the Disney Plus app, which will give you access to the full library.
However, exactly how to download the Disney Plus app varies depending on your TV. So, to help, we've detailed exactly how to download Disney Plus on each Smart TV.
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- How do I download the Disney Plus app on a Samsung Smart TV?
- How do I download the Disney Plus app on a Sony Smart TV?
- How do I download the Disney Plus app on an LG Smart TV?
- How do I download the Disney Plus app on a Phillips Smart TV?
- How do I download the Disney Plus app on a Panasonic Smart TV?
- How do I download the Disney Plus app on a Sharp Smart TV?
- How can I download Disney Plus if I don’t have a smart TV?
How do I download the Disney Plus app on a Samsung Smart TV?
The easiest way to download the Disney Plus app on this TV is through the in-built app screen. It's easily done in a few steps:
- Sign up to Disney Plus. You can do this on the Disney Plus website.
- Make sure your TV is connected to the internet.
- At the home screen, select the 'apps' icon (normally by scrolling left).
- In the search box, enter "Disney+".
- Select the Disney Plus icon and "add to home" – this will install and download the app.
- Open the app and log in.
The Disney Plus app is available to download on Samsung Smart TVs made since 2016 (devices using the Tizen OS).
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How do I download the Disney Plus app on a Sony Smart TV?
The Disney Plus app can be downloaded by either the Google Play Store or Sony Select (whichever is available on your TV). Here's how to set it up:
- Sign up to Disney Plus.
- Make sure your TV is connected to the internet.
- Locate Google Play Store or Sony Select on your home screen.
- In the search box, type in "Disney+" using your remote.
- Select the Disney Plus app and press "Install".
- Once installed, open up the app via the home screen.
- Log in using your credentials and enjoy.
Like most Smart TVs, Disney Plus is only available on Sony models made from 2016 and after.
How do I download the Disney Plus app on an LG Smart TV?
The best route is through the LG Content Store. A few steps is all you need:
- Sign up to Disney Plus.
- Make sure your TV is connected to the internet.
- On your home screen, select the LG Content Store.
- In the search box (at the top of the screen) type – you guessed it – "Disney+".
- Select the Disney Plus icon and install. This will download the app to your home screen.
- Press the Disney Plus icon in the LG Home Launcher.
- Log in and binge away.
Note: Disney Plus only supports LG TVs from 2016 or later with WebOS 3.0 and up.
How do I download the Disney Plus app on a Phillips Smart TV?
As most Philips TVs use Android software, you’ll need to download the Disney Plus app via the App Store. It’s easily done.
- Sign up to Disney Plus.
- Make sure your TV is connected to the internet.
- On your home screen, navigate to the Play Store icon.
- In the search box type “Disney+”.
- Select the Disney Plus icon and install. This will download and install the app.
- Return to your home screen and you should see a Disney Plus icon. Select it.
- Log in. Enjoy.
How do I download the Disney Plus app on a Panasonic Smart TV?
The Disney Plus app was not available to download on Panasonic Smart TVs at launch, but is now supported by models that run Home Screen OS.
The Disney Plus app should automatically appear in your list of apps after pressing the Home button, but if not follow these easy steps:
- Sign up to Disney Plus.
- Make sure your TV is connected to the internet.
- On your Panasonic TV, select the Apps tab and click on the Google Play store.
- Type in "Disney+" in the search box.
- Click install on the Disney Plus icon to download the app to your home screen.
- Select open on the Disney Plus icon.
- Log in and stream to your heart's content.
How do I download the Disney Plus app on a Sharp Smart TV?
It is possible to download the Disney Plus app on a Sharp Smart TV - but unfortunately only on the Sharp Aquos series as they run the Android TV operating system.
If you do own a Sharp Aquos TV, here's how to download Disney Plus:
- Sign up to Disney Plus.
- Make sure your TV is connected to the internet.
- Navigate to the Google Play Store on your Sharp Smart TV.
- Tap the search box and type “Disney+”.
- Select the Disney Plus icon and click install to start downloading the app.
- Return to your home screen and you should see a Disney Plus icon. Select it.
- Log in and start streaming.
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How can I download Disney Plus if I don’t have a smart TV?
If you don't have a smart TV then you can still access Disney Plus on your television using a streaming device. This is a small device that plugs into the back of your set connecting it to the internet. Each stick comes with easy-to-use software that allows you to download different streaming service apps such as BBC iPlayer, Netflix and, of course, Disney Plus.
There are several to choose from including an Amazon Fire Stick, Roku streaming stick, and Chromecast. For a complete guide to all the available streaming devices, see our round-up of the best streaming device. It may also be worth browsing the latest Amazon Fire TV Stick deals as the online giant regularly drops prices on its own devices.
You can also sign-up to Disney Plus via your PS5 or Xbox Series X games console.
As well as streaming devices you can also watch Disney Plus on devices such as iPads, iPhones, and gaming consoles by downloading the app. You can then download episodes and films in order to watch Disney Plus offline.
Once you have Disney on your device or TV you can protect your children from watching inappropriate content using Disney Plus parental controls.
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