TL;DR: To watch Viki on Samsung TV or Viki on LG TV, install the official TV app and activate your account. Installing the app enables streaming; it does not save episodes directly to the TV. See Samsung TV setup or LG TV setup.
Official offline downloads remain inside the Viki mobile app. This guide explains the Samsung and LG installation and activation steps, then covers other TV viewing options for TVs without the native app.
Watching Viki on a larger screen should be simple, but the word “download” causes confusion here. On a Samsung or LG TV, you are downloading the Viki app for streaming, not downloading shows as offline video files.
My suggestion is to check your TV model and operating system first. If the native app is supported, install it and link your Viki account with an active Viki Pass subscription; if it is not, use a compatible receiver or another suitable viewing workflow.
Viki App Requirements for Samsung and LG TVs
Core Viewpoint: Viki provides official TV apps for Samsung models from 2018 and newer running Tizen 5 or later, and LG models from 2018 and newer running webOS 5 or later. Both TV apps require a Viki Pass subscription to log in.
You can install the Rakuten Viki app on supported TVs for streaming, but the TV app does not save episodes as offline video files.
There are some model and operating-system requirements, though. Not every older model includes native support for Rakuten Viki streaming.
| Workflow | Devices | Offline Playback | Access Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native Viki apps | Samsung 2018+ / Tizen 5+; LG 2018+ / webOS 5+ | No; streaming only | Viki Pass |
| Chromecast casting | Compatible Chromecast receiver | No | Viki Pass; same Wi-Fi band |
| AirPlay | iPhone or iPad to Apple TV | No | iOS 18+; tvOS 18+ |
| Official mobile downloads | One authorized mobile device | Stored in the Viki app | Viki Pass Plus or eligible rental; selected regions |
| KeepStreams local files | Windows and macOS; compatible TV | Yes, with TV-compatible files | Authorized access; terms and law apply |
Platform and device requirements are current as of October 2026.
Samsung TV: The Viki app is officially supported on Samsung TV models from 2018 and above. Your TV needs to run Tizen OS 5 or later.
LG TV: Similarly, the Viki app supports LG TV models from 2018 onward running webOS 5 or later.
If you can't find the Viki app on your TV, you can connect a compatible external streaming device, such as a Chromecast receiver. This adds another way to stream Viki without changing your Samsung TV operating system.
Install Viki on Samsung TV: Download and Activate
Before learning how to download Viki on Samsung TV, note an important official requirement: the Samsung TV app currently requires a Viki Pass subscription to log in. Make sure your Viki account has an active Viki Pass subscription, then follow these steps:
- On the Samsung TV Home screen, open Apps, select Search, and search for Viki.
- Select Install to download and install the app on your TV.
- Once you have downloaded the app, open it.
- Create or sign in to your Viki account on a phone or browser, and make sure the account has an active Viki Pass subscription. Scan the QR code shown on the TV, or enter the displayed TV code at viki.com/samsungtv.
- After the account is linked, your Viki app is activated and ready for streaming.
Install and Activate Viki on LG TV
Viki supports LG TV models from 2018 onward running webOS 5 or later. The LG TV app also requires a Viki Pass subscription to log in. Follow these steps to install Viki:
- Press the Home/Smart button on your LG remote to open the launcher bar.
- Select More Apps.
- Open the LG Content Store.
- Select Premium from the menu.
- Find Viki and select Install.
Once installed, sign in to your Viki account with an active Viki Pass subscription. Scan the QR code or enter the displayed TV code at viki.com/lgtv on a phone or browser. Now you can enjoy your favorite TV episodes on a bigger screen at home. Grab some popcorn, lie on the sofa, and enjoy the shows right now!
The Samsung and LG TV apps stream episodes but do not store official offline downloads. In select regions, Viki Pass Plus subscribers and users with eligible rental titles can use Offline Viewing in the Viki mobile app on one authorized mobile device. See this guide to download Viki videos for more details.
These in-app downloads are not permanent saved video files. Their availability and viewing window are covered in this guide to how long a Viki download lasts.
Alternative Methods to Access Viki on TVs
Core Viewpoint: If your TV does not support the native app, use a compatible casting receiver or external streaming device for online viewing. An authorized desktop local-file workflow is another option for personal offline viewing where permitted.
If the official TV app is unavailable, you can use a compatible receiver or streaming device to play Viki shows on Samsung TV and LG TV while staying online. Screen recording uses a separate real-time capture workflow, while the desktop option below saves authorized content as local files for personal offline viewing where permitted by platform terms and applicable law.
Casting from Mobile Devices
You can use casting when your Samsung or LG TV does not support the native Viki app, or when you prefer to stream through a compatible external receiver. It is a practical alternative for Viki streaming when the native TV app is unavailable.
For Chromecast:
- Make sure your mobile device and compatible Chromecast receiver are connected to the same Wi-Fi band.
- Open the Viki app or website and sign in with a Viki account that has an active Viki Pass subscription.
- Play the content that you want to watch.
- Tap or click the Cast icon and select the Chromecast receiver.
For AirPlay:
- Make sure the Viki app is running on an iPhone or iPad with iOS 18 or later.
- Connect the Apple mobile device and Apple TV hardware running tvOS 18 or later to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Play the content and tap the AirPlay icon from the playback screen.
- Select your Apple TV as the AirPlay receiver.
- Now you can enjoy the content from the mobile screen directly on your TV.
Using Streaming Devices
You can also make use of external streaming devices and watch the content from them on your TV. The method works with devices like Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, or Chromecast.
Here is how you can use Google Chromecast to stream Viki content onto your TV. Casting requires an active Viki Pass subscription, a compatible Chromecast receiver, and the sender and receiver on the same Wi-Fi band.
- Go to the Viki website or app to stream the content you wish to play.
- Tap or click on the Cast icon located under the video player.
- You should find the available devices for casting.
- Choose your Chromecast or Chromecast-enabled receiver from the list.
Use KeepStreams for Rakuten Viki
If you need local files for playback on a compatible TV, the desktop workflow below can help you save your favorite dramas from Viki for personal offline viewing.
KeepStreams for Rakuten Viki is a third-party desktop app, separate from Viki's official mobile download feature. Available for Windows and macOS. It can save supported titles as MP4 or MKV files for transfer to a compatible TV.
Here is how you can practically download the Rakuten Viki titles using KeepStreams:
Step 1
Install KeepStreams on your computer
The Viki download for PC workflow uses the desktop app. Available for Windows and macOS.
Download KeepStreams from the official product page and choose the version for your computer system.
Before transferring a full season, test one completed file on the TV you plan to use and confirm that video, audio, and subtitles all play correctly.
Step 2
Choose Rakuten Viki
From among the VIP streaming services available in the software, choose the Rakuten Viki app.
Step 3
Play the Viki title and wait for analysis
Play the title and wait for KeepStreams to analyze it. If analysis does not begin automatically, click the orange download button, then choose the available output format, video setting, audio track, and subtitles.
Step 4
Start the download and open Downloads
Click on Download Now to begin downloading your video. Open the Downloads section to view the current progress, download speed, and completed video files.
USB playback requires a TV that supports the saved file format, video and audio codecs, and subtitle format. Before transferring a full season, use one file from a title you are authorized to access to check playback on your own TV.
FAQs
Q1. Why can't I find the Viki app on my Samsung TV?
A1. The Viki app requires a Samsung Smart TV from 2018 or later running Tizen 5 or later. If the model or operating system is unsupported, use a compatible external streaming device.
Q2. Can I download Viki shows directly to my TV for offline viewing?
A2. No. The Samsung and LG apps stream episodes. Official offline downloads remain inside the Viki mobile app on one authorized mobile device in supported regions, and not every title is eligible.
Q3. Why is Viki not casting through my Chromecast?
A3. Chromecast casting requires Viki Pass, a compatible Chromecast receiver, and both devices on the same Wi-Fi band. Open the Cast menu in Viki and select that receiver.
Q4. Can I use a desktop downloader for personal viewing on my TV?
A4. For content you are authorized to access, KeepStreams can save a local copy for personal offline viewing where Viki's terms and applicable law permit it. Do not redistribute the files; permitted use depends on the content rights and your specific use case.
Q5. Can I watch Viki for free on my Samsung TV?
A5. The Samsung TV app requires a Viki account with an active Viki Pass subscription to log in. A title labeled free on another Viki interface does not remove the TV app subscription requirement.
Q6. Why won't Viki play on my Samsung TV after installation?
A6. Log out of Viki, reinstall the app, restart the TV, reboot the network connection, and sign in again with your Viki account that has an active Viki Pass subscription. If the app is missing rather than installed, check the TV model and Tizen version instead.
Conclusion
Downloading Viki on a Samsung TV or LG TV usually means installing the native app for streaming, not saving episodes on the television. My recommendation is simple: use the native app on a supported TV, or connect a compatible streaming receiver if the app is unavailable on an older model.
For authorized offline viewing, KeepStreams for Rakuten Viki provides a Windows and macOS local-file workflow, while this Viki download guide explains the available mobile and desktop options. For local-file playback, check that your TV supports the file format, codecs, and subtitles before transferring the file.
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