Hulu and Chill? More Like Hulu and Party! How to Throw a Virtual Watch Party with Your Favorite Humans (and Maybe That One Friend Who Always Hogs the Popcorn)
Let's face it, curling up on the couch for a solo streaming session is great and all, but sometimes you crave that communal movie magic. The good news, my friends, is that Hulu has our backs (and our funny bones) with their Watch Party feature. That's right, you can ditch the awkward silences of video calls (because let's be honest, no one wants to hear you munching on chips) and virtually gather your favorite people for a night of laughs, tears, or maybe just pure confusion (we're looking at you, Midsommar).
Here's how to get this virtual party started, because who needs pants when you've got Hulu and good company?
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| How To Start A Watch Party On Hulu |
1. Assemble Your Avengers (or at least, your streaming squad)
The first step is to figure out who you want to virtually raid the fridge with (or should we say, their Hulu queue?). This could be your bestie from across town, your college crew scattered to the winds, or even that weird uncle who always has surprisingly good movie taste. Just keep it to a manageable number – seven seems to be Hulu's magic number for Watch Parties.
Pro tip: If your friends are the flaky type, consider sending out a "Hulu and Chill (but seriously, we're just watching a movie)" invitation to ensure maximum attendance.
2. Pick a Perfectly Stream-worthy Show or Movie
Now for the fun part: choosing what to watch! Think classics, cult favorites, or that weird documentary everyone's been talking about. Just make sure the show or movie has the Watch Party icon on the details page – it looks like three little people huddled together (because, you know, watching a show together).
Tip: Look for small cues in wording.
Subheading: Friend Request Denied: How to Avoid Movie Meltdowns
We all have those friends. The ones who suggest Nic Cage's entire filmography. The ones who haven't seen Star Wars (gasp!). This is where your powers of persuasion (or a well-timed bribe of virtual pizza) come in handy.
3. Let's Get This Party Started! (The Virtual Kind, Of Course)
Once you've chosen your masterpiece and gathered your virtual crew, it's time to officially kick things off. Head to the show or movie's details page and click the Watch Party icon. Then, with a flourish worthy of a superhero entrance (or at least a vigorous click), hit Start the Party.
Voila! You've got yourself a virtual viewing room. Now, all that's left is to share the party link with your invitees and get comfy.
Tip: Slow down when you hit important details.
Here comes the best part: you can chat with your friends while you watch! So, feel free to live-tweet your snarky comments, shower the screen with virtual popcorn emojis, or geek out over every plot twist.
So, You Want to Throw a Hulu Watch Party, But You Have Questions? We've Got Answers (The Short and Sweet Kind)!
How to know if a show or movie is available for Watch Party?
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Look for the Watch Party icon (three little people) on the details page!
How many people can join my Watch Party?
QuickTip: Look for patterns as you read.
Up to seven fellow Hulu viewers can crash your virtual party.
Does everyone need a Hulu subscription to join?
Yep! This party's for Hulu members only (sorry, Netflix freeloaders).
Can I watch on my phone or tablet?
Tip: Don’t skip — flow matters.
Nope, currently Watch Party is only available on a supported web browser.
Can I use Watch Party to virtually yell at my friends during a horror movie?
Absolutely! In fact, we highly recommend it.
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