To stream Peacock from a phone to a TV, the only officially documented method is using a Chromecast device. You need a 2nd-generation Chromecast or later (including Chromecast with Google TV), the Google Home app installed on your phone, and both devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
What you need before you start
Peacock’s official help page lists three requirements for casting from a mobile device to a TV:
- A Chromecast device that is 2nd generation or later, including Chromecast with Google TV. Chromecast must be 2nd generation or later, including Chromecast with Google TV.
- The Google Home app installed on your phone. Google Home app must be installed on the mobile device.
- Both your phone and Chromecast connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Phone and Chromecast must both be on the same Wi‑Fi network.
These are the only conditions Peacock confirms for this feature. Without meeting all three, the casting option in the app will not appear or will not work.
Step-by-step: cast Peacock from your phone
Once the requirements are met, the casting process is straightforward. Follow these exact steps from Peacock’s documentation:
- Open the Peacock app on your phone.
- Select the title you want to watch.
- Tap Play.
- Tap the Chromecast icon at the top of the screen.
- Choose your streaming device from the list that appears.
The content will begin playing on your TV. You can control playback, pause, play, rewind, or adjust volume, directly from the Peacock app on your phone.
What if you don't have a Chromecast?
If you do not have a Chromecast, you may need to explore general alternatives for casting apps to a TV that work with your specific devices, though Peacock does not guarantee those methods will function the same way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I control playback from my phone while casting Peacock?
Yes. While casting, your phone acts as a remote. You can pause, play, fast-forward, rewind, and adjust the volume using the controls in the Peacock app on your phone.
Do the same steps work for both iPhone and Android?
Yes. Peacock’s documented casting steps are identical for iPhone and Android: open the app, select content, tap Play, tap the Chromecast icon, and choose your device. No separate flow is documented for either operating system.
For the wider topic, see casting apps to a TV.
