Introduced as a joint venture between The Walt Disney Company and NBC Universal, Hulu was launched in 2007 and has amassed over 48 million subscribers by 2023. That’s an impressive number when you consider that it is restricted to just the United States.
With no plans for going global any time soon, much of Hulu’s original content can be found easily on Disney Plus Star.
Can You Get Hulu in Australia?
If you’re considering using Hulu in Australia, we have bad news for you.
Given that it is geo-restricted, Hulu isn’t available in Australia. But no need to worry; you can easily access it using ExpressVPN.
Follow the steps in this guide to access Hulu in Australia quickly.
How To Get Hulu in Australia?
If you had given up on accessing Hulu in Australia, do not worry as you are in the right place to be. Follow these steps:
- Subscribe to Express VPN (or any reliable VPN).
- Download and Open Express VPN on your device.
- Connect to the New York server (or any other US-based server).
- Open the Hulu website.
Do keep in mind that after accessing the Hulu website using a VPN, you’ll still need to have a Hulu subscription before you can access any of the content available on Hulu in Australia.
Why Do You Need a VPN to Watch Hulu in Australia?
As we’ve mentioned, Hulu is only restricted to locations within the United States because of the content distribution policies. So, if you were to ever try and access Hulu in Australia, you would get a message like “This site can’t be reached” or “Hulu isn’t available to watch in your location.”
This is where Express VPN comes in handy. It will change your IP address to a region within your chosen server location. And because Hulu restricts you by analyzing your IP address, it would be unable to do that.
So, if you get Express VPN, not only are you getting access to Hulu but also American Netflix content and American Amazon Prime content.
How To Watch Hulu in Australia?
Once you have downloaded Express VPN and have managed to load the Hulu website, you’ll need to have a payment option to subscribe to the service.
Given that Hulu’s geo-restriction is very strict, if you try to buy the subscription service using a non-US payment option, it will give you an error.
So, the ideal workaround for this is to use an American friend or family member’s credit card to make the payment.
Follow either of the following three methods to buy a subscription to Hulu in Australia:
Sign Up On The Website
With this method, you must purchase the subscription with an American credit card.
- Open Express VPN and connect to the New York server.
- Open the Hulu website.
- Click on “Sign up for Hulu only.”
- Select your preferred price plan.
- Enter your credentials.
- Enter your family member/friend’s credit card details and their US Zip code in the billing information.
- Click “Submit.”
Sign up with a Gift Card
You can also buy a gift card online to buy the subscription.
- Open Express VPN and connect to the New York server.
- Open mygiftcardsupply.com and select “Hulu.”
- Choose your card and make the payment with any available payment option. You will be emailed a code within a few minutes.
- Open hulu.com/start/gifting and enter the code.
- Click “Redeem.”
- Use a US zip code to finish creating a Hulu account.
Sign up with a Credit Card
Don’t know any American whose credit card you can use? We’ve got you. Follow these steps:
- Open StatesCard.com
- Make an account. It will cost you AU$ 5.74/month.
- Pay for your preferred Hulu subscription using StatesCard.
- Open Express VPN and connect to the New York server.
- You can now access Hulu in Australia.
How To Pay For Hulu in Australia?
You can pay for the monthly payments using two methods.
Pay With StatesPay
If you don’t know any Americans, you can make an account on StatesCard for monthly payments.
- Open Express VPN and connect to the New York server.
- Open statescard.com
- Make an account. It will cost you AU$ 5.74/month.
- The payments will be made from here every month.
Pay With PayPal
You can also use your American friend’s or family’s PayPal account to make the monthly payment.
- Open Express VPN and connect to the New York server.
- When creating a Hulu account, choose PayPal as your preferred payment method.
- Ensure you have a US-based PayPal account to make the payments.
- The subscription fee will be deducted from this account every month.
Which Devices are Compatible with Hulu in Australia?
Hulu is very versatile and is compatible with lots of different devices.
| Hulu on Android | Other sorts of devices |
| Hulu on iPhone | Game Console (XboxOne, Xbox 360, Nintendo Switch) |
| Hulu on Roku | Amazon Fire TV, Fire Tablet, and FireStick |
| Hulu on Windows | Chromecast |
| Hulu on Mac | Linux |
| Hulu on iPad | Smart TV ( Android Smart TV.) |
| Hulu on Apple TV | LG TV (select models) |
| Hulu on PS4/PS5 | Kodi |
Best TV Shows on Hulu
These are the best and most in-demand TV shows available on Hulu:
| A Million Little Things (S5) | A Sinister Halloween Scary Opposites Solar Special |
| Next Level Chef (S2) | Santo Maldito (S1) |
| The Handmaid’s Tale Season 5 | The Good Doctor Season 6 |
| Abbott Elementary Season 2 | Abominable and The Invisible City |
| The Masked Singer: Season 9 | American Horror Story |
| Bachelor in Paradise Season 8 | Alaska Daily |
| Ramy Season 3 | Grey’s Anatomy Season 19 |
| Chefs vs. Wild | Horario Estelar season 1 |
| The Zone: Survival Mission Season 1 | The Paloni Show! Halloween Special |
| The D’Amelio Show Season 2 | Impractical Jokers (S 1-3) |
Best Movies on Hulu
These are the best and most in-demand movies available on Hulu:
| Grimcutty (2022) | All The King’s Men |
| Rosaline (2022) | Amour |
| Matriarch (2022) | Are We There Yet? |
| Hellraiser (2022) | Arthur Christmas |
| Cow on the Run | Brown Sugar |
| Aftershock (2022) | The Cable Guy |
What to watch on Hulu in 2023?
Hulu is planning on getting you the newest and freshest content in 2023. The complete list is as follows:
| The Immaculate Room (2022) | The Croods: Family Tree: Complete Season 5 |
| Welcome to Chippendales | Christmas at the Drive-In |
| Fleishman is in Trouble | Planet Sex With Cara Delevingne |
| American Music Awards 2022 | Merry Kiss Cam (2022) |
| Death in the Dorms | CMA Awards 2022 |
| America’s Next Top Model Season 23 | God Forbid: The Sex Scandal That Brought Down a Dynasty |
What’s coming New on Hulu in 2023?
Hulu has planned some additions to its catalog in 2023. This is the complete list:
| “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2023” |
| “Fantasy Island” (Season 2 Premiere) |
| “Will Trent” (Series Premiere) |
| “Death in the Dorms” |
| “Bromates” |
| “House of Darkness” |
| “True Things” |
| “Koala Man” (Complete Season 1) |
| “How I Caught My Killer” (Complete Season 1) |
| “The Drop” |
| “Cooks vs. Cons” (Seasons 2-4) |
| “One Way” |
| “Voyagers” |
How Much Does Hulu Cost?
Hulu offers its subscribers three different pricing plans, each having its distinct features.
Hulu Basic
The basic plan costs AU$ 11.30/month. It has all the features with one problem. It isn’t ad-free, so if you’re willing to sit through a few ads to save money, this is for you.
Hulu (No Ads)
This plan will cost AU$ 21.20/month. All the features available in the basic plan are available with the advantage of not having to sit through advertisements.
Hulu + Live TV
The best bundle the streaming service provides will cost you AU$ 98.97/month. Apart from all the features available in the other two plans, this also offers live TV and Disney Plus and ESPN+ exclusive content. It also gets you 50 hours of DVR cloud storage to record live broadcasts to watch later. The only drawback is that it is not an ad-free service.
What Are The Alternative Streaming Services To Hulu?
If you want an online streaming subscription, you should explore all your options thoroughly. Here are other services that you may like.
Find out which nearby options you might like.
| Streaming Services | Cost | Free trial |
| Paramount+ | AUD 13.47 | 7 days |
| Binge | AUD $$16 | 14 days |
| Disney+ | AUD 18.02 | N/A |
| Amazon Prime Video | AUD 10.50 | 30 days |
| Netflix | AUD 10.50 | N/A |
| Kayu | AUD 41.33 | 7 days |
FAQs – Hulu Australia
How do I get Hulu for free?
Given that Hulu is a paid streaming service, getting it for free is impossible. In Australia, it offers you a one-month free trial period, after which you’re charged the monthly subscription fee.
Is Hulu supported in Australia?
No, it isn’t. Because of the geo-restriction policies, Hulu is not available anywhere other than the United States. The only way to access it in any other location is with the help of a VPN.
Is Hulu on Disney plus Australia?
Yes, you can get Hulu added to your Disney Plus Australia plan for $19.99/month. But you will still need to use a VPN to bypass the geo-restriction.
Is it Legal to use a VPN to watch Hulu in Australia?
Unlike in some locations, using a VPN to stream anything in Australia is legal.
Is Stan the same as Hulu?
No, it is not. Stan is an over-the-top streaming service restricted to Australia, while Hulu is a subscription service limited to the US only.
Is Hulu free with Amazon Prime?
No, it isn’t. But some deals may save you money.
Wrapping Up
This was a comprehensive guide to accessing Hulu in Australia, despite being geo-restricted to the US only. Make sure you utilize Express VPN to get access to not just Hulu but also American Netflix and American Amazon Prime Video.
