Watch iTunes Movies on Samsung Smart TV

By Justin SabrinaUpdated on July 01, 2020

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“I bought a new Samsung Smart TV. I have some purchased iTunes movies in my iTunes library. But I can't stream videos to Samsung Smart TV via Chromecast, why did it happen? How can I watch iTunes movies on a Samsung Smart TV? Please help.”

Apple TV is the best choice for Apple fans to play iTunes movies. But it is too expensive, many people turned to other TVs, like Samsung Smart TV. However, due to Apple DRM FairPlay, they cannot directly enjoy iTunes videos on non-Apple devices via Chromecast. Therefore, more and more people asked if they can watch iTunes movies on Samsung smart TV via Chromecast Cast. The answer is Yes! In this guide, we will guide how to stream and play DRM-ed iTunes movie on Samsung smart TV through Chromecast.

CONTENTS

Part 1. How to Convert iTunes Movies to MP4 for Playback on Samsung Smart TV?

To enjoy iTunes movies on Samsung smart TV, first you need to strip DRM from iTunes movies and convert iTunes M4V movies and TV shows to MP4, then cast the converted MP4 files to Chromecast.

UkeySoft M4V Converter is an all-in-one DRM removal software and iTunes M4V to MP4 Converter. With its support, you can easily remove DRM from iTunes movies and convert both iTunes purchased and rented movies to MP4 at up to 30X faster speed. After conversion, you can save iTunes rental movies forever, then you can cast iTunes movie to Chromecast or transfer to any non-Apple device for viewing.
1.Preparation:

• DRM Removal Tool: UkeySoft M4V Converter
• Computer( Mac/Windows) with the latest version of iTunes installed

2.Main Features of UkeySoft M4V Converter:

• Remove DRM from iTunes movies, TV shows and music videos.
• Convert iTunes M4V videos to lossless MP4 files at 30X speed.
• Convert iTunes videos to MP4, MOV, M4V, AVI, MPG, MPEG-2, 3GP, 3G2, FLV, SWF, MP3, AAC and more.
• 100% remain all audio track & subtitles including AC3 Dolby 5.1, Closed Captioning, Audio Descriptions.
• Stream iTunes videos to Samsung Smart TV via Chromecast.

3.Tutorial: How to Convert iTunes Videos to MP4 with UkeySoft?

Step 1. Install and Run the Software on Computer
Download and install UkeySoft M4V Converter on your computer, and then run it. At the same time, you will find that iTunes will run automatically.

Tips: Make sure that you have downloaded the purchased or rented movies to iTunes library first.

Step 2. Add iTunes Movies to Converter
Click the "Add File" > "Add" button to import iTunes movies or TV shows that you want to play on Samsung smart TV.

As shown below, you can see the added iTunes movies on the converter.

Step 3. Select "Audio Tracks and Subtitles"
UkeySoft M4V Converter will preserve all audio track & subtitles,including AC3 Dolby 5.1, Closed Captioning and audio descriptions. Here you can click the "Gear" button to choose the desired output audio track and subtitles for each video.

Step 4. Start to Convert iTunes Movies to MP4
After the above settings, click the "Convert" button to start removing DRM from the iTunes video and convert the iTunes movie to MP4 format losslessly.

After conversion, click the "History" button to quickly locate the DRM-free MP4 vidoes.

Part 2. How to Enjoy iTunes Movies on Samsung Smart TV through Chromecast?

1.Preparation:

• A Samsung Smart TV supports HDMI port
• A Chromecast streaming stick
• Stable Wi-Fi network
• Computer with Chrome browser or Chromecast app

2.Tutorial: How to Stream iTunes Movies to Samsung Smart TV via Chromecast?

Follow the detailed tutorial to stream iTunes movies to Chromecast, then you able to play iTunes Movies on Samsung Smart TV.

Step 1. Insert Chromecast Streaming Stick into Samsung Smart TV
First of all, plug the Chromecast into the HDMI port of the Samsung Smart TV. Then go to the Chromecast settings page and follow the instructions to set up.

Note: The Chromecast and your computer should be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

Step 2. Install Google Cast Extension in Chrome
If you haven’t installed Cast for Chrome, go to the Chrome Web Store and search for Google Cast, then download and install it through the Chrome browser.

Step 3. Add iTunes Movie to Chrome for Watching
Here you have two ways to add iTunes MP4 movies to Chrome.
#1 Drag and drop the MP4 video file directly to the Chrome address bar.
#2 Or copy and paste the video path to the Chrome browser address bar. In the Chrome browser, right-click on the video file> Properties> Security tab> Copy full video path> Paste.

Step 4. Start Watching iTunes Movies on Samsung Smart TV
On the right side of the Chrome address bar, click the "Cast this" button in the Chromecast streaming menu. Then you can watch and control the iTunes videos on your Samsung Smart TV freely in any way you like.

Now, you can enjoy iTunes videos on TV via Chromecast, such as Samsung SUHD Curved TV, Samsung UHD TV, Samsung FULL HD TV, SAMSUNG Smart LED TV, SAMSUNG Ultra HD TV, etc.(please make sure that your Samsung Smart TV supports HDMI port). BY the way, you can also transfer the converted iTunes MP4 vidoes to any device for playback, such as iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android smart phones/tablets, MP4 player, PSP, TV, Xbox, PS4, Zune, Xbox, Amazon Kindle Fire, Nook, Kobo, etc.

Justin Sabrina

Justin Sabrina has over 10 years of content writing experience. She specializes in product reviews, how-to guides, tips and tricks, top lists, etc. on data encryption, multi-media conversion, screen recording and iOS unlocking. At UkeySoft, she performs in-depth research SEO copywriting and collaborates with our R & D team to offer effective software solution, most of her articles on software are helpful and easy to read, helping our reader easily solve problems through using software or apps.

Justin Sabrina

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