Amazon’s IMDb TV was originally launched as IMDb Freedive in January 2019 and renamed IMDb TV in June 2019. Then, it was a better video streaming service to catch up with the movies and shows at no cost. Lately, the service got rebranded as Amazon Freevee for the users from April 2022. It is now a premium free streaming service to watch movies, shows, live 24/7 entertainment channels, and Freevee originals. It has been made available to lots of smart TVs like Firestick, Android TV, Google TV, Roku, and gaming consoles like Xbox, PS4, PS5, etc. While Apple TV isn’t an exclusion, the users can install and stream its entire library at any time. The greatest advantage of using IMDb TV (Freevee) on Apple TV is it updates the original titles every month, and further users can explore the handpicked favorites under the Live Channels feature.
Amazon Freevee Subscription
Freevee from Amazon is a free, ad-supported service with no subscription fees. So, the users can stream almost anything available on the Freevee app without any hidden charges. It is to note that the service requires logging in with your Amazon account for unlimited entertainment.
How to Watch IMDb TV (Amazon Freevee) on Apple TV
As mentioned, the IMDb TV app is officially available for Apple TV as Freevee. So, you can install the apps on Apple TV in no time.
Important Note: With the installation of the Freevee app, the users need not require an Amazon Prime Video subscription, which was the earlier case with IMDb TV.
Quick Guide: Open Apple TV App Store >> Search >> Type as Freevee >> Get >> Open >> Login >> Stream videos.
Pre-Requisite:
- IMDb TV (Freevee) account
- Internet or WiFi access
(1). Connect your Apple TV to WIFI and go to the Apple App Store.
(2). Navigate to click on the Search option from the menu bar.
(3). Using the on-screen keyboard, look for Freevee, and select it from the suggestions.
(4). Click on the Install button on the channel information page to download the app.
(5). After the download, click Open to launch it on your Apple TV.
(4). When prompted, sign in to your Freevee account.
(5). Navigate to the IMDb TV section or search and select a movie or show title.
(5). On the following screen, select the Play movie free with ads button to start streaming the Freevee content on Apple TV.
Alternate Way to Get IMDb TV (Freevee) on Apple TV
Since IMDb TV (Freevee) is available for iOS, you shall AirPlay it to watch it on your TV. Follow the steps given below to watch it on the big screen.
Pre-Requisite:
- iPhone or iPad
- Install the latest version of the Freevee app from the App Store
- Connect the iOS device and Apple TV to the same WiFi
(1). Navigate to the apps column on your iPhone or iPad to click and launch the IMDb or Amazon Freevee app.
(2). Make sure to log in when it opens up and click on any title to screen mirror to Apple TV.
(3). Now, open Control Center and click on the Screen Mirroring button.
(4). On the screen mirroring pop-up, select Apple TV name.
(5). When the connection gets established, you will find all the titles on your Apple TV.
How to Fix Playback Issues with Freevee on Apple TV
When IMDb brings you playback issues, then you shall try the following fixes.
- Restart your Apple TV
- Check if the device is up-to-date
- Get the latest version of the app (IMDb TV or Freevee)
- Check internet connectivity
- Pause internet activity
- Disable VPN or proxy servers
You need not compromise on your entertainment at any time. You shall choose between either of the methods given in this section to stream the Freevee on your Apple TV. Some of the popular Freevee IMDB Apple TV shows include Pretty Hard Cases, BugOut, Moment of Truth, Bosch: Legacy, etc. Besides Apple TV, you can watch Freevee or Amazon’s IMDb on Roku TV.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The IMDb TV is on Apple TV. However, the user needs to search for Freevee as the app got rebranded.
Yes. You can screen mirror IMDb contents on Mac to Apple TV using AirPlay. Make sure to connect both the devices to the same WiFi.
No. Just log in once to start watching IMDb titles immediately. You need not log in until you have logged out.