How to Get Crunchyroll on Sony TV [All Models]

Crunchyroll on Sony TV

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  • Crunchyroll is available only for Sony Android TV models.
  • On other Sony TV models, you need to cast or screen mirror Crunchyroll using a smartphone or PC.

Crunchyroll is a streaming service that primarily focuses on anime and manga. However, this app is available to download only for Sony Android TVs from the Google Play Store. But then, for other Sony smart TVs, we need to rely on other ways like casting or screen mirroring. With the Crunchyroll app, you can get a plethora of animations for free. Further, this app features 1000+ hours of streaming and has a portfolio of 25000+ episodes of the most popular anime series.

In this article, we have clearly explained the steps to get Crunchyroll on Sony Android TV and also suggested a few alternative ways to stream Crunchyroll on other Sony TV models.

How to Install Crunchyroll on Sony Smart TV (Android Models)

1. Using the remote, navigate to the home screen.

2. Press the home button on the remote and navigate to the home screen.

3. Select the Google Play Store app under the Apps or Apps Favorites section.

Play Store on Sony Android TV

4. Now, choose the Search icon. Press the right arrow button to get the on-screen keyboard and type Crunchyroll with the remote. Or use the voice search feature and say Crunchyroll.

Search for Crunchyroll on Sony TV

5. Choose the Crunchyroll app from the search results.

Select Crunchyroll Sony TV app

6. On the app-info page, click on the Install tab.

Add Crunchyroll on Android TVs

7. Crunchyroll will be downloaded and installed on your Sony Android TV.

Crunchyroll on Sony TV

8. Login with your account and watch the anime videos.

Related: How to Stream Crunchyroll on Apple TV [2 Easy Ways]

Alternate Ways to Stream Crunchyroll on Sony Smart TV

As said earlier, we cannot download the apps on other models of Sony Smart TVs. We can cast the Crunchyroll to the Sony smart TV with the Chromecast. Other options include using streaming devices like Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, or gaming consoles like Xbox, PlayStation, etc. But then Chromecast is the cheapest and the easiest way. Moreover, Few smart TVs are coming with the in-built Chromecast. So, you wouldn’t need any external devices.

Cast Crunchyroll on Sony Smart TV Using Smartphones

1. Download the Crunchyroll app on your Android device from the Play Store or on iOS from the App Store.

2. Connect your smartphone and the Chromecast device to the same WiFi network.

3. Open the Crunchyroll app and start playing any of the content.

4. Then, tap the cast icon on the top-right corner of the screen.

Cast icon the Crunchyroll

5. Choose the Chromecast to which you want to stream.

6. The app content will be streamed on your Sony TV.

Cast Crunchyroll on Sony Smart TV Using a PC

1. Open the Google Chrome browser and go to the official website of Crunchyroll.

2. Connect your PC and the Chromecast device to the same WiFi network.

3. Now, right-click on the screen and choose Cast.

Cast Crunchyroll from Computer

4. On the sources drop-down, choose the Cast Tab.

5. Then select your Chromecast device.

Cast Tab - Google Chrome

Related: How to Stream Crunchyroll on Vizio Smart TV

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I get Crunchyroll on my smart TV?

Yes. You can watch Crunchyroll on smart TV as it is available officially for Firestick, Roku, Apple TV, etc.

2. How often does Crunchyroll update?

Crunchyroll updates episodes exactly after a week of release for the free and premium users.

3. On how many devices can Crunchyroll stream simultaneously?

The premium membership users can stream Crunchyroll on 6 devices.