FX is an American television channel that provides a lot of media content to its users. You can stream dramas, hilarious comedies, blockbuster movies on the FXNOW app on Roku. FXNOW is a streaming app to stream FX, FXM, and FXX content. You just need a cable TV subscription to stream content from the FXNOW app. You can also watch live TV and on-demand videos from the three FX networks.
On the FXNOW app, you can browse quickly with the categories like Originals, Movies, and Series. It also offers closed captioning for all the original movies and series.
How to Install FXNOW on Roku
[1] First, connect your Roku device to the TV HDMI port and connect it to the WiFi network.
[2] On the Roku home screen, select Streaming Channels to open the Roku Channel Store.
[3] Click on the Search Channels option.
[4] Search for the FXNOW app and select the FXNOW app from the search results.
[5] Click on Add Channel to install FXNOW on Roku.
[6] Then, tap on Go to Channel to launch the FXNOW app.
How to Activate FXNOW on Roku
[1] Launch the FXNOW app on your Roku.
[2] Select the TV Provider and click on Sign in, and you will receive an activation code on your TV screen.
[3] Visit the FXNOW activation site and enter the activation code. Click on Continue.
[4] Select your TV provider.
[5] Now, the FXNOW app will be activated on Roku, and you can start streaming the contents from FX.
How to Watch FX On Roku Without Cable
If you don’t have a cable TV subscription, you can stream FX on Roku with the following streaming services. With the free trials of these streaming services, you can stream FX free on Roku.
1. Hulu
Hulu is the best option to stream FX online because Disney owns Hulu and FX. So, you can get all the FX shows on Hulu. It costs $64.99 per month and offers you a 1-week free trial. Other than FX, FXX, and FXM, you can stream 70 other popular channels on Hulu. Get Hulu on Roku.
2. Sling TV
Sling TV provides a live TV of FX so you can watch the shows on the same day as they aired on the TV. You can watch FX, FXX, and 40 other channels on the Sling Blue package for $35 per month. With the Sling TV credentials, you can stream the FX app on your Roku device. Install the Sling TV on Roku.
3. fuboTV
fuboTV offers FX, FXX, FXM, and 90+ other channels to stream. You can stream all your favorite channels on its Family Package for $64.99 per month. It brings you 250 hours of cloud storage. You can use one account on three devices. Get fuboTV on Roku.
4. YouTube TV
YouTube TV is the best streaming app that offers you limitless storage space for recording the shows. On YouTube TV, you can stream more than 70 channels, including FX on Roku. fuboTV can have three simultaneous streams. It costs $64.99 per month. Get fuboTV on Roku.
FXNOW Not Working on Roku
If you have any issues with the FXNOW app, follow these solutions.
- If you get this screen “Encountered an error, please visit fx.com.” Set your TV and Roku ideal for 10 mins and try again.
- Uninstall the FXNOW app and install it again.
- Restart your Roku device and try again.
- Deactivate the FXNOW app and activate it again.
- Check your internet connection.
- If nothing works, contact the FX support page or Toku support center.
Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can I watch FX on Roku without cable?
Yes, you can stream FX on Roku without cable with streaming apps like Hulu, Sling TV, fuboTV, and YouTube TV.
2) Is the FX channel free on Roku?
You can stream all the FX content for free on the FXNOW channel with your cable TV subscription.