{"id":12694,"date":"2024-02-27T11:12:03","date_gmt":"2024-02-27T10:12:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/?p=12694"},"modified":"2025-06-30T17:25:58","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T15:25:58","slug":"disney-plus-switch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alvarotrigo.com\/blog\/disney-plus-switch\/","title":{"rendered":"Watch Disney Plus on Switch [The Easy Way]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Disney Plus has a big collection of content featuring classic Disney movies, Pixar films, Marvel superhero movies, Star Wars content, and National Geographic documentaries. This wide variety makes it appealing to a broad audience, especially children. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s even better if you can stream it while having the option to play games on a console like Nintendo Switch!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nintendo Switch is a popular console for families and different age groups. It\u2019s also a good device for watching Disney Plus as it\u2019s kid-friendly. But can you get Disney Plus on Switch? We\u2019ll answer that and more for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can You Watch Movies on Your Switch? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, you can watch movies on your Switch. You need to download the streaming app from the <\/strong>Nintendo Store<\/strong><\/a> or try a workaround. If you download streaming apps,  just launch them from the Switch’s home screen, like starting a game. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you download supported apps, you’ll have to log in with your account if the streaming app requires it. Once logged in, you can select your desired movie and start watching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, if you\u2019re looking for other streaming apps not supported by Nintendo, you must try a workaround, which we\u2019ll discuss in the next section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can You Get Disney Plus on Switch?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, <\/strong>you can get <\/strong>Disney Plus<\/strong><\/a> on <\/strong>Switch<\/strong><\/a> by accessing your console\u2019s web browser. You can\u2019t download the app directly, as it\u2019s not in the <\/strong>Nintendo Store<\/strong><\/a>. It is unclear why Nintendo doesn\u2019t support Disney Plus, but some people speculate that it\u2019s because they want to focus on gameplay. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should get a PlayStation<\/a> or Xbox<\/a> device if you\u2019re looking for a game console that supports the Disney Plus app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For a full list of supported devices, check Disney+ Help Desk<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

How to Watch Disney Plus on Switch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although you can\u2019t download Disney Plus on Nintendo Switch, you can access it using the secret web browser. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are the steps to watch Disney Plus on Switch:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Go to the \u201cSystem Settings > Internet > Internet Settings\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Step 2: Connect to the Internet & Select Your Network<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Go to \u201cChange Settings > DNS Settings > Manual\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After completing this task, you should press back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4: Select \u201cPrimary DNS\u201d & Type \u201c045.055.142.122\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Step 5: Click \u201cOK > Save > OK\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Step 6: Click \u201cConnect to This Network\u201d <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This step will prompt your console to test the internet it\u2019s connected to. The network test will fail, but don\u2019t fret! It\u2019s exactly what we want to happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7: Select \u201cOk\u201d > Wait for the Google Search Bar to Appear<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This might take some time, especially if it\u2019s your first time doing it. Don\u2019t worry about the loading screen; it\u2019s pretty normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 8: Search \u201cDisney Plus\u201d on Google > Login > Stream Movies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Although there\u2019s no Disney Plus Switch app on Switch, you can now watch it on the secret browser! Remember that you should have a Disney Plus subscription if you want to watch shows on Switch. The price starts at $8\/month if you avail of the plan with ads. You can check Disney Plus pricing<\/a> for more details. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019re done watching Disney Plus on Switch, you need to revert to “Default DNS Settings”. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Find out more about accessing Nintendo Switch\u2019s secret web browser<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

When Will Disney Plus Be On Nintendo Switch?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s unclear <\/strong>when Disney Plus will be available on Nintendo Switch<\/strong>. Currently, there are no updates, and the Disney Plus app is unavailable in the Nintendo Store. Instead, you can use a smartphone or tablet, as Android and iOS devices support the Disney Plus app. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’t forget, you can enjoy Disney+ on any supported web browser, including cool ones like Mozilla Firefox, Apple’s Safari, Microsoft Edge, and trusty old Google Chrome! Happy streaming!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Netflix Available on Switch? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No, Netflix is not available on Switch. Like Disney Plus, you must try other unofficial methods to watch it on Nintendo Switch. However, the Switch\u2019s web browser is not updated enough for video playback, so it will ask you to download a plugin whenever you stream a show.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To get the plugin, you’d need to jailbreak your system, which could make your console vulnerable to hacking. Remember that if you choose to do this, Nintendo won’t help with any issues your console may face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jailbreaking your Switch will also void its warranty. So, it’s better to stream Netflix using supported devices like iOS and Android.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Check the list of supported devices on Netflix<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Is YouTube on Nintendo Switch? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, YouTube is on Nintendo Switch. YouTube offers a big collection of free movies and TV shows with ads for everyone. It’s not as good as paid services, and the content changes monthly, but some decent options are usually available each month.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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YouTube videos on Nintendo Switch<\/a> come in different resolutions, from 144p to high-quality options like 1080p and 4K. To change the video quality, tap the small settings icon at the bottom of the video.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does the Switch Have Streaming Apps? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, Switch has streaming apps. Although <\/strong>you can\u2019t get the Disney Plus on Switch<\/strong>, you have other options to watch your favorite movies. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are the streaming apps you can download from the Nintendo Store:<\/p>\n\n\n\n