Editor's Review
Rakuten TV is your go-to video streaming service from Rakuten, offering a vast library of content ranging from Hollywood blockbusters to Japanese cinema 🎬, international dramas 🎭, anime adventures 🌟, and even live sports like the Pa League ⚾. This app is designed to be your personal entertainment hub, bringing a world of video content right to your fingertips! 📱
Please note that within this app, you can only stream content. If you want to rent or buy, you need to do so on the Rakuten TV website first. A Rakuten ID is essential for using the app, so make sure you have one to dive into the entertainment! 🔑
Rakuten TV boasts a range of impressive playback functions to enhance your viewing experience:
- Adjust the speed with double speed or slow playback ⏪.
- Enjoy Picture in Picture (PIP) for multitasking 🖼️.
- Cast to your TV via Chromecast 📺.
- Download content for offline viewing (available on select titles) 💾.
The app covers a broad spectrum of distribution genres to cater to all tastes:
- Movies (Western, Japanese) 🎥
- Overseas and domestic dramas 🌟
- Asian dramas (Korean, Chinese, Taiwanese, Thai) 🌏
- Anime and kids content 🎬
- Pachinko/pachislot, idol gravure, Takarazuka 🎭
- Sports, music, variety shows, documentaries 🎤
- Live sports leagues and more! 🏆
Rakuten TV makes it incredibly easy to watch your favorite shows and movies across multiple devices. Start watching on your PC at home and pick up right where you left off on your smartphone during your commute 🚌. Downloading ensures you're not affected by network issues, offering smooth playback wherever you are. No more late fees or trips to the rental store – Rakuten TV lets you watch what you want, when you want, 24/7! 🕒
Rakuten TV supports devices that use Google Play. Please be aware that certain models and rooted devices are not compatible with this app. The app requires Android OS version 6.0 or above. Some content may not be viewable on Android devices and Chromecast, so if you encounter a content support notification, try enjoying it on another compatible device. 👍
Features
Double/slow playback speed
Picture in Picture (PIP) mode
Chromecast support
Download for offline viewing
Wide variety of genres
Compatible with many devices
LIVE distribution of leagues
Easy to watch anytime, anywhere
Pros
Watch on multiple devices easily
Download to watch offline
Large selection of content
Cons
Content rentals/purchases not in app
Some content not available on all devices