Peacock TV is a popular streaming platform launched by NBCUniversal, offering a wide selection of content including hit TV shows, blockbuster movies, sports events, news, and original series. It’s available on many devices, including smart TVs from major brands like Samsung, LG, Vizio, Sony, and others. If you're wondering how to subscribe to Peacock TV on Smart TV, you’ve come to the right place. This comprehensive guide will walk you through each step of the process.
Additionally, we’ll also cover how to manage your subscription and how to cancel Peacock TV if you decide to stop the service.
Peacock TV offers a range of content options in three different plans:
Peacock Free – Access to a limited selection of TV shows, movies, and channels, with ads.
Peacock Premium – Full access to the entire library, with ads ($5.99/month).
Peacock Premium Plus – Everything in Premium, but with fewer ads (mostly ad-free), plus offline downloads on mobile ($11.99/month).
Popular content includes The Office, Parks and Recreation, WWE, Premier League Soccer, Yellowstone, and original shows like Bel-Air and Poker Face.
Before proceeding, make sure your Smart TV is compatible with the Peacock TV app. As of 2025, the app is supported on:
Samsung Smart TVs (2017 models and newer)
LG Smart TVs (with webOS 3.5 and above)
Vizio SmartCast TVs
Sony Smart TVs (Android TV or Google TV models)
Hisense, TCL, and other TVs running Android TV or Google TV
Fire TV Edition TVs
If you have an older smart TV that doesn’t support the app, you can still use a streaming device like Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, or Chromecast.
Follow these steps to download, install, and subscribe to Peacock TV directly from your smart televisio
Before installing the app, ensure your TV is connected to a stable internet connection via Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
Navigate to your TV’s Network Settings.
Connect to a Wi-Fi network or use a LAN cable for wired connection.
Depending on your Smart TV brand, the steps may slightly vary.
Samsung Smart TV:
Press the Home button on your remote.
Navigate to Apps.
Use the search icon to type Peacock TV.
Select the Peacock app from the results.
Click Install.
LG Smart TV:
Press the Home button.
Open the LG Content Store.
Search for Peacock TV.
Click Install or Download.
Android/Google TV (Sony, TCL, Hisense):
Go to the Google Play Store.
Search for Peacock TV.
Install the app.
Open the Peacock TV app after installation.
You’ll see two options: Sign In or Join Now.
If you already have a Peacock account:
Click Sign In.
You may be asked to enter an activation code on www.peacocktv.com/tv.
Visit the website on a phone or computer and enter the code to activate your device.
If you're a new user:
Click Join Now.
You will be redirected to sign up using a computer or mobile device.
Visit www.peacocktv.com and create an account.
After signing up or logging in, select a subscription plan:
Free (no credit card required).
Peacock Premium ($5.99/month).
Peacock Premium Plus ($11.99/month).
Choose the plan that best suits your needs and enter your payment details. You can do this via the website or app on your mobile phone or tablet.
Note: If your Smart TV supports in-app purchases (such as Android or Google TV), you may be able to subscribe directly using your Google Play or Apple account.
Once you're signed in and subscribed, you can start watching content immediately on your Smart TV. You can browse through categories like TV Shows, Movies, Sports, and Channels.
You can manage your subscription details, such as updating billing info or changing your plan, by visiting the Peacock website:
Go to www.peacocktv.com.
Log into your account.
Click your profile icon and choose Account.
Here, you can:
Change plans (Free, Premium, Premium Plus)
Update your payment method
View your next billing date
If you’ve enjoyed Peacock TV but decide it’s time to move on, don’t worry. Canceling your subscription is simple.
Go to www.peacocktv.com.
Log into your account.
Click your Profile icon in the top-right corner.
Select Account.
Scroll down to the Plans & Payment section.
Click Cancel Plan.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete cancellation.
If you subscribed using your Smart TV’s app store (Google Play on Android TV, for example):
Go to Google Play Store on your phone or browser.
Open Subscriptions.
Find Peacock TV.
Tap Cancel Subscription.
Once you cancel, your subscription will remain active until the end of your current billing period. You won’t be charged again, but you’ll still have access to Premium content until the expiration date.
After that, your account will automatically be downgraded to Peacock Free, unless you delete your account entirely.
Try these steps:
Restart your TV.
Ensure your TV firmware is up to date.
Reinstall the Peacock app.
Reset your internet router.
Make sure your TV model is supported. If it’s too old or not compatible, consider using an external streaming device like:
Roku
Amazon Fire Stick
Chromecast
Apple TV
Subscribing to Peacock TV on a Smart TV is a simple and convenient way to enjoy premium streaming content right from your living room. Whether you're using a Samsung, LG, Sony, or another smart TV brand, installing the app and creating an account takes only a few minutes. With a range of plans to choose from including a free tier you can customize your streaming experience to fit your needs and budget.
And if you ever change your mind, you now know exactly how to cancel Peacock TV just as easily as you subscribed.
By following the steps in this guide, you’ll be streaming your favorite shows, sports, and movies on your Smart TV in no time.