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Movies won’t play after purchase

Several movies I have purchased on Apple TV seem to download but when I press play an error message continues to show up.

I’ve restarted and reset the Apple TV device several times now. Any suggestions?

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Posted on Jan 3, 2020 10:22 AM

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Posted on Jan 3, 2020 10:40 AM

Apple TV is a streaming device, with the current models only storing apps. If the content is unable to play then that indicates an issue with the connection.


Check current internet connection using speedtest

Make sure DNS is set to auto (settings - network)

If on wifi try ethernet

To see a current status of the network get a report from istumbler, netstumbler or similar. Look for signal strength, noise, nearby networks

Test on another network

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Jan 3, 2020 10:40 AM in response to Knightr349

Apple TV is a streaming device, with the current models only storing apps. If the content is unable to play then that indicates an issue with the connection.


Check current internet connection using speedtest

Make sure DNS is set to auto (settings - network)

If on wifi try ethernet

To see a current status of the network get a report from istumbler, netstumbler or similar. Look for signal strength, noise, nearby networks

Test on another network

Movies won’t play after purchase

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