Hulu Random Episode Button

This extension adds a random episode button to Hulu.
What is Hulu Random Episode Button?
'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.

Extension stats

Users: 1,000+
Rating: 2.50 (36)
Version: 3.0.0 (Last updated: 2019-06-17)
Creation date: 2019-06-17
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • https://www.hulu.com/*
Size: 141.31K

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Extension summary

How it works:

  1. Install the extension.
  2. Click on any TV show. Next to "Episodes" you should see a "Random Episode" button.
  3. If you're in the middle of playing an episode, you'll se a new button in the bottom right corner of the screen. It should look like two twin arrows. Click it, and you can switch to a random episode from there too.

Enjoy!

Developed by Flixed.io - A one-stop shop for learning about streaming and cord-cutting.

Change log:

V2.0.0 - We fixed an issue that was causing Hulu to flag this extension as an adblocker. V2.0.1 - The Random Button wasn't appearing on certain shows. This has also been fixed. V3.0.0 - Updated to become compatible with Hulu's latest design. Added a random episode button to the playback screen as well.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Makes choosing episodes easier
  • Used to be great
  • Highly recommended by some users
Cons
  • Does not work
  • Breaks Hulu for some users
  • Button is non-functional
  • No apparent fixes or updates
Most mentioned
  • Doesn't work
  • Button does nothing
  • Used to work great
Recent reviews
March 2024, doesn't work.
by Charles W, 2024-03-23

Doesn't work.
by Drew Chappel, 2023-11-29

no work 3:
by Yes, 2023-08-18
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Hulu Random Episode Button requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Hulu Random Episode Button has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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