You Shall Not Pass! (Unless You Know the Password, That Is): Blocking Shows on Hulu Like a Boss
Ah, Hulu. The land of endless entertainment, questionable life choices made 3 seasons deep (looking at you, reality TV), and...shows you just can't seem to escape. We've all been there. Maybe it's that weird cooking competition your significant other is obsessed with, or perhaps it's a documentary on competitive napping that haunts your dreams. Whatever the culprit, sometimes you just gotta block a show on Hulu.
But wait, you cry, frantically searching the internet like a digital knight on a quest. Hulu doesn't have a magic "block" button! Fear not, fellow streamers, for we have several cunning tactics at our disposal.
Operation: Blockbuster (But Make it Blocking Shows)
Method 1: Parental Controls - A Walled Garden (with a Mildly Annoying Gatekeeper)
Let's face it, pretending you have small children is a classic move. Hulu's parental controls allow you to restrict content based on ratings. So, if that horror movie marathon is giving you nightmares, simply crank the settings down to TV-Y7 and watch everything turn into a delightful blur of Barney reruns. Just remember, explaining this to your roommate who suddenly craves educational children's shows might be tricky.
Method 2: The Password Shuffle - Keeping Them on Their Toes
This tactic is for the truly committed. Change your Hulu password every single day. Yes, it's inconvenient, but it injects a delightful dose of chaos into anyone trying to sneak in an episode of their forbidden show. Bonus points for making up increasingly ridiculous passwords that would confuse even the most determined viewer. ("SwordfishCantJuggleKumquats2024" anyone?)
Method 3: Hide yo' Shows, Hide yo' Recommendations
Alright, alright, so Hulu doesn't let you Thanos-snap a show out of existence. But you can make it disappear from your recommendations! Here's the down-low: navigate to the show's page and delve into the mysterious depths of "Manage Series" (sounds ominous, right?). There might be an option to hide it from your recommendations. Sure, it won't stop a determined viewer, but at least you won't be subjected to constant reminders of the show you're desperately trying to avoid.
Method 4: Embrace the Negotiation Table (But with Snacks)
This might be the most mature option (and the one that involves the least password shenanigans). Have a calm conversation with the show-obsessed individual. Maybe there's a compromise to be made. Horror movie marathons on Fridays only? Reality TV gets banished to the guest room TV? Plus, negotiations are always better with snacks.
Remember, folks, blocking shows on Hulu is a battle of wits, not brute force. So, choose your weapon wisely, employ a healthy dose of humor, and emerge victorious from the streaming wars. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a very important documentary on competitive napping to attend to. (Don't judge.)
