H
504
Easy Fix
Hulu · Streaming
An HTTP 504 Gateway Timeout error indicating that Hulu's servers took too long to respond, typically due to server overload or network issues.
Quick Answer
Error code 504 on your Hulu Streaming means: An HTTP 504 Gateway Timeout error indicating that Hulu's servers took too long to respond, typically due to server overload or network issues.. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Likely Causes
  1. Hulu's backend servers are overloaded or unresponsive
  2. Network routing issues between your ISP and Hulu's servers
  3. High latency on your internet connection
  4. Temporary server maintenance or degraded service
How to Fix It
1
Wait a few minutes and try again, as this is usually a temporary server-side issue.
2
Refresh the page or restart the Hulu app.
3
Check downdetector.com/status/hulu for reports of a Hulu outage.
4
Restart your router to obtain a fresh network connection.
5
Try using a different DNS server such as Google (8.8.8.8) or Cloudflare (1.1.1.1).
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
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