MTV has no standalone app on Samsung Smart TVs. Paramount Global hasn’t announced plans to build one either. I tested four live TV streaming services on a 2024 Samsung CU7000 running Tizen 8.0, and all of them delivered the full MTV live feed without issues. This guide breaks down your options by cost, DVR storage, and channel count.
- No native MTV app exists on Samsung Smart TVs as of March 2026
- YouTube TV at $72.99/month includes MTV plus unlimited DVR with 9-month storage
- fuboTV at $79.99/month carries MTV along with 200+ channels and 1,000 hours of DVR
- Sling TV Blue at $40/month is the cheapest option that includes MTV in its lineup
- Screen mirroring from a phone works as a no-cost backup if you already have a cable login
#Why Is There No MTV App on Samsung TVs?
Paramount Global owns MTV and distributes it through cable providers and live TV streaming partners instead of a standalone app. Paramount confirms that MTV runs on a linear TV model where revenue comes from cable carriage fees and advertising. Releasing a free Samsung TV app would undercut those deals and compete with Paramount+.
You need a middleman service. The good news: every major live TV streaming platform carries MTV with a Samsung TV app.
#Streaming Services That Include MTV
Four services include MTV in their channel packages and run natively on Samsung Smart TVs. Based on my testing across all four on a Samsung CU7000 over three months, here is how they compare.
#fuboTV
fuboTV’s Pro plan costs $79.99 per month and includes MTV alongside 200+ other channels. You get 1,000 hours of cloud DVR and can stream on up to 10 devices simultaneously. A free 7-day trial is available.
For a deeper comparison, check our fuboTV vs Hulu + Live TV breakdown.
#Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV costs $82.99 per month for the ad-supported tier. Hulu states that the package bundles 95+ live channels with the full on-demand library, Disney+, and ESPN Select. DVR is unlimited.
Download the Hulu app from your Samsung TV’s app store, then upgrade to the Live TV plan within the app or on Hulu’s website.
#YouTube TV
YouTube TV runs $72.99 per month with 100+ channels including MTV, MTV2, and CMT. Google’s support page confirms that DVR is unlimited with 9-month retention, and the service supports up to six household accounts with separate DVR libraries for each one. If your YouTube TV app stops working on your Samsung TV, a quick restart usually fixes it.
#Sling TV
Sling TV is the budget pick at $40-$55 per month. The Orange plan doesn’t include MTV, so grab Sling Blue ($40) or Orange + Blue ($55). If cost matters most, Sling TV on a Samsung TV is worth a look.
| Service | Monthly Cost | MTV Included | Cloud DVR | Simultaneous Streams |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| fuboTV | $79.99 | Yes (Pro) | 1,000 hours | 10 |
| Hulu + Live TV | $82.99 | Yes | Unlimited | 2 |
| YouTube TV | $72.99 | Yes | Unlimited | 3 |
| Sling TV | $40-$55 | Blue or O+B only | 50 hours | 1-3 |
#How Do You Install a Streaming App for MTV on Samsung TV?
The setup process is identical for all four services. Per Samsung’s support documentation, these steps work on any Samsung Smart TV from 2018 or newer running Tizen OS.
- Press the Home button on your Samsung remote
- Go to the Apps section on the home screen
- Tap the Search icon in the top-right corner
- Type the name of your chosen service (fuboTV, Hulu, YouTube TV, or Sling TV)
- Select the app and press Install
- Open the app and sign in with your account credentials
- Search for “MTV” in the channel guide to start watching
If your Samsung TV is a 2017 model or older, some of these apps may not be supported. Connect a streaming device like a Roku or Fire TV Stick to an HDMI port and install the app on that device instead. You can also watch MTV on a Fire TV Stick directly.
#Free and Low-Cost Ways to Watch MTV on Samsung TV
Samsung recommends using a live TV streaming service, but there is no legal way to get MTV’s live broadcast free on a Samsung Smart TV. A few workarounds come close.
Free trials are the best short-term option. fuboTV offers a 7-day trial, and YouTube TV occasionally runs extended promotional periods. Sign up, watch what you need, and cancel before the billing date.
Screen mirroring works if you have a cable login through Spectrum or Verizon Fios. Open the MTV website on your phone, sign in with your cable credentials, and use Samsung’s Smart View to mirror to the TV. If authentication fails, our MTV sign-in troubleshooting guide walks through the fixes.
Pluto TV is a free ad-supported app available on Samsung TVs. It carries MTV-branded channels like MTV Pluto and MTV Dating that loop older MTV content. You won’t get the live feed, but classic shows and reruns cost nothing.
#MTV Content Available Through These Services
All four streaming services carry the live MTV channel with the full broadcast schedule. That includes reality shows like The Challenge, Ridiculousness, and Jersey Shore: Family Vacation, plus live events like the VMAs and MTV Movie Awards.
Hulu + Live TV adds extra value. Beyond the live feed, you get on-demand access to completed seasons of MTV originals through the regular Hulu library.
fuboTV and YouTube TV both include MTV’s sister channels: MTV2, VH1, Comedy Central, and Nickelodeon. If you watch content across multiple Paramount-owned networks, the total channel count matters when picking a service. Viewers who get MTV through cable can also access it via Spectrum or Sling TV with identical programming.
#Older Samsung TV Workarounds
Samsung TVs from 2015-2017 may not support newer versions of fuboTV, Hulu, or YouTube TV. Plug a $30 Roku Express or Fire TV Stick into any HDMI port and install the streaming app there instead.
#Bottom Line
Samsung Smart TVs don’t have a dedicated MTV app, but four streaming services carry the channel and all run on Samsung’s Tizen platform. YouTube TV at $72.99 per month delivers the best balance of price, unlimited DVR, and channel count. fuboTV gives you the most channels. Hulu + Live TV makes sense if you already use Hulu for on-demand shows, and Sling TV covers tighter budgets with its $40 Blue plan.
Start with a free trial when available. Cancel if the service doesn’t stick.
#Frequently Asked Questions
#Does Samsung TV have a built-in MTV app?
No. You need a live TV streaming service like fuboTV, YouTube TV, or Hulu + Live TV to watch MTV on a Samsung Smart TV.
#What is the cheapest way to get MTV on a Samsung TV?
Sling TV’s Blue plan at $40 per month is the lowest-cost option with MTV included. YouTube TV at $72.99 offers better value if you want unlimited DVR. For one-time events like the VMAs, a free trial with fuboTV costs nothing if you cancel before billing starts.
#Can you record MTV shows on a Samsung Smart TV?
Yes, through cloud DVR from your streaming service. YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV both provide unlimited storage with 9-month retention, while fuboTV gives you 1,000 hours. Sling TV starts at 50 hours but can be upgraded to 200 for $5 per month. All recordings live in the cloud.
#Is Paramount+ the same as watching MTV live?
Paramount+ is a separate on-demand service. It hosts some MTV originals but doesn’t carry the live MTV channel or scheduled broadcasts.
#Do you need fast internet to stream MTV on Samsung TV?
A stable connection of at least 10 Mbps handles HD streaming without buffering. Wired Ethernet performs better than Wi-Fi during peak hours.
#Can you get MTV on an older Samsung Smart TV?
Samsung TVs from 2018 onward generally support all major streaming apps. Models from 2017 or earlier may lack newer versions of fuboTV, Hulu, or YouTube TV. If your TV is too old, plug in an external streaming device like a Roku Express or Fire TV Stick and install the app on that instead.
#Why does MTV buffer on my Samsung TV?
Buffering typically means a slow or unstable internet connection. Open your TV’s settings (Settings > General > Network > Network Status) and run a speed test. If speeds drop below 10 Mbps, restart your router, switch to a 5 GHz Wi-Fi band, or connect an Ethernet cable directly to the TV.