Hulu Random Episode Button

This extension adds a random episode button to Hulu.

Hulu Random Episode Button - An Innovative Chrome Extension

'Hulu Random Episode Button' is a Chrome extension developed by Flixed.io that enhances your viewing experience on Hulu. It introduces a quirky feature that allows you to jump to a random episode of a TV show with a simple click. Whether you just selected a TV show or are mid-play, the random episode button is conveniently placed for your use. Over the versions, the extension has evolved to be more efficient and compatible, with its recent update accommodating Hulu's latest design. It's simple, fun and transforms the way you watch TV shows on Hulu.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
Users: 1,000+
Rating: 2.46
(37)
Version: 3.0.0 (Last updated: 2019-06-17)
Creation date: 2019-06-17
Permissions:
  • https://www.hulu.com/*
Size: 141.31K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

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Pros
  • Makes it easier to choose episodes for re-watching favorite shows
  • Simple and easy to use
  • Works well when it functions correctly
  • Helpful for shows without a concrete storyline
Cons
  • Currently not working due to Hulu UI updates
  • Button often does nothing when clicked
  • Lacks an auto-play or shuffle feature
  • Causes issues with Hulu loading other content
Most mentioned
  • Doesn't work or is broken
  • Needs an update to be compatible with Hulu's new UI
  • Feature to randomize episodes works only once
  • Great concept but poor implementation currently
User reviews
Came here to say it didn't work, found out it hasn't worked in over four years. just take it down, man.
by canaan, 2025-03-10

December 2024 Doesn't work
by Aurelia Medina, 2024-12-03

March 2024, doesn't work.
by Charles W, 2024-03-23
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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Risk impact analysis details
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