Is Peacock Shareplay-Supported? How to Watch It with Friends?

Speaking of SharePlay, a feature to sync app live content in FaceTime calls, has been used by iPhone users for streaming service sharing. A range of apps, including Netflix and Disney+, support watching together.

So, regarding Peacock TV, does it also support SharePlay for live content in FaceTime?

Can You Shareplay Peacock?

As a streaming service, Peacock TV can be used on mobiles, PCs, TVs, and other devices. With one Peacock account, you can stream on up to three devices at the same time. That is to say, you can watch Peacock's shows on three different iPhones, even without Shareplay.

But, what if you want to use it? Can you shareplay Peacock?

No. There's no official word on this, neither Peacock TV nor Apple has it.

It's easy to verify.

Step 1. Start a FaceTime video call with someone (he should also have Peacock on the iPhone).

Step 2. Tap the Share My Screen icon.

Step 3. A list of "Apps for SharePlay" will appears.

Step 4. You can swipe or tap More to view all supported apps.

Well, Peacock does not support SharePlay at this time.

For additional information, here is a list of streaming apps that support SharePlay: Apple TV+, Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, Netflix, ESPN+, NBA, Paramount+, Pluto TV, etc.

How to Do a Watch Party on Peacock?

So, if you want to watch Peacock with friends, are there any available methods? Try this.

Have Teleparty installed in your PC browser extension. This tool allows watching Peacock together remotely by hosting a watch party.

Step 1. Go to peacocktv.com and select the video you want to watch on the browser.

Step 2. Click the TP button.

Step 3. Click Start a Party.

Step 4. A shareable link will be generated. Click Copy and send it to your friends.

Step 5. Start the Peacock video after everyone joins, and Teleparty will sync playback.

Requirements:

● Each participant needs their own Peacock account to watch.
● The host needs Teleparty Premium to access Peacock watch parties. Guests can join for free.
● Use Chrome, Edge, and Safari are recommended.

FAQs

Q1: Does Peacock allow screen sharing?

Yes. The Peacock app has an in-app casting button that allow you to screen mirror from phones to compatible smart TVs. For example,

○ Android to Chromecast-enabled TVs
○ iPhone to Apple TV/AirPlay 2-compatible smart TVs

As for phones to PCs, you can use screen mirroring apps like Kingshiper to help.

Q2: How to screen share Peacock on FaceTime?

1) Tap New FaceTime > Add friends.

2) Tap the camera icon to start a video call.

3) Swipe up the screen.

4) Open the Peacock app.

Please notes that, due to DRM restrictions, the video will either not play or show a black screen. Thus, you will fail to screen share Peacock on FaceTime.