Hulu Desktop for Windows

By Hulu
Free
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As of January 31st, 2014, Hulu Desktop has been discontinued and is no longer available for download or use. Download.com offers no downloadable file and presents data on the last available version for informational purposes only.

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Download.com staffFebruary 26, 2026

Hulu Desktop streams Hulu videos to your PC with a sleek interface. It's optimized for remote controls but works with keyboard and mouse.

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Pros
- Lean-back viewing experience
- Sleek new look
- Optimized for remote controls
- Keyboard and mouse enabled
- Works on PCs and Macs
Cons
- Currently in beta

Hulu Desktop for Windows

By Hulu
Free
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GENERAL

Release: January 17, 2011

Latest update: February 26, 2026

Version: 0.9.14

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows XP
Windows 10
Windows Vista
Windows 7

Additional Requirements: 2 Mbps Internet connection, Flash 9.0.124

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 85,680

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

3.9/5

37 User Votes

Haven't used it...
alskmp3October 17, 2011
Pros
To be truthful I haven't used it really... I might have when i was keeping up on videos that were on hulu but sense serries have ended I don't really keep up with hulu any more...
Cons
Nothing to watch besides undesirable video programs.
Summary
Hulu Desktop 0.9.14 offers a number of Great movies.
chuckles3146August 30, 2011
Pros
Hulu Desktop gives you a variety of tv shows and movies to enjoy watching.
Cons
Hulu Desktop works fine for me.
Summary
Beautiful!
savymichealJune 15, 2011
Pros
Picture is glorious
Cons
none,I can think of now
Summary
Absolutely fantastic picture quality,great!
I haven't used this program yet
kensellkkrahMay 14, 2011
Pros
haven't used this program yet
Cons
haven't used this program yet
Summary
I can't give a rating ye,t because I havent tried the program yet.
Great! Can watch movies and shows on my time
silverfox1031April 28, 2011
Pros
Can have free entertainment. We haven't had cable or satellite for 6 years
Cons
Sometimes you have to keep pausing the movies so that they can buffer so that it would quit messing up. e.g. would just stop playing or would skip a lot
Summary
Hulu Desktop is a great piece of program.
caldk1March 22, 2011
Pros
It can replace network and cable tv. Fill up your queue, organize it, and sit back and watch. I nice variety of shows and movies (there's something for everyone). Pause shows search menu close window and it's still paused. Good desktop tv
Cons
Commercials, but not many. Some shows expire. Needs more variety.
Summary
It's best used with a Hulu account (it's free or you can pay). Organize at Hulu site then watch on desktop. Cool program.
I love HULU l Desktop!
whomthesonsetsfreeMarch 6, 2011
Pros
It's wonderful to have so many of my favorite shows at the click of my mouse!
Cons
There is no Christian Programming that I could see. That would be a good addition to HULU Desktop! :)
Summary
I'm grateful to be able to have it--and have the opportunity to watch something other than the Godless sinful shows designed to brainwash our kids and grand kids..
"I love Hulu Desktop"
pmcofcFebruary 24, 2011
Pros
It has a huge selection, everything I want.
Cons
I can't think of any cons.
Summary
Great alternative to cable
starrymFebruary 21, 2011
Pros
Seems to run videos smoother than previous versions.
Cons
Wish you could change the theme. Very hard to see options on my monitor.
Summary
Mostly good
ScottDameryFebruary 12, 2011
Pros
Good full screen display and ability to navigate through entire episode.
Cons
Video quality is not Great, menu is hard to navigate.
Summary
I use it to watch shows I have missed or to re watch shows I like but the quality using auto is sub par as I can watch HD full screen through other players and not have this issue. Good enough for a laugh you may have missed, but not for HD animal planet type shows.

Developer’s Description

Stream videos from Hulu to your desktop.

Hulu Desktop is a lean-back viewing experience for your personal computer. It features a sleek new look that's optimized for use with standard Windows Media Center remote controls or Apple remote controls, allowing you to navigate Hulu's entire library with just six buttons. For users without remotes, the application is keyboard and mouse-enabled. Hulu Desktop is a downloadable application and will work on PCs and Macs. It will initially launch as a beta product during which we plan to gather and incorporate user feedback to improve the service.