How To Get Hulu To Start Episode From Beginning

Okay, let's be real. We've all been there. You settle in. Ready to binge. Hulu autoplays the next episode. But you're only halfway through your snacks!

Or maybe you dozed off. (We've all been there, too.) Now you're staring at a screen, utterly confused. Time to rewind, right?

The Great Hulu Rewind Caper

But Hulu doesn't always make it easy. It seems determined to throw you into the middle of the action. Like you're a time traveler with questionable fashion choices.

So, how do you wrestle control back? How do you force Hulu to respect your desire for a fresh start? Let's dive in. (Spoiler alert: It might involve some button mashing.)

The "Watch From Beginning" Button (If You Can Find It)

Sometimes, bless Hulu's heart, there's a magical button. It whispers sweet nothings like "Watch from Beginning." It's usually hiding near the episode description.

Emphasis on "sometimes." It's a bit like searching for a matching sock in the dryer. You know it should be there. But the sock monster probably stole it.

The Scrubbing Strategy: A Patient Person's Game

This is your classic rewind move. Bring up the progress bar. Then, painstakingly drag that little dot back to the beginning.

It’s like defusing a bomb in a movie. One wrong move and you're launched into the middle of a pivotal scene. Good luck catching up!

But hey, patience is a virtue, right? Maybe? (I'm not always patient.)

The "Exit and Re-enter" Maneuver: AKA The Nuclear Option

This is my go-to. When all else fails, I rage-quit. Close out of the episode. Go back to the series menu.

Then, select the episode again. This usually tricks Hulu into thinking you're a first-time viewer. At least, that's the theory.

It's a bit like restarting your computer to fix a glitch. Is it overkill? Maybe. Does it work? Often enough to keep me from throwing my remote at the wall.

The "Unpopular Opinion" Method: My Binge-Watching Confession

Okay, prepare yourselves. Here's my slightly embarrassing secret. Sometimes… I like being dropped into the middle of an episode.

Hear me out! It's like a pop quiz. Can I figure out what's happening based on context clues alone? It's a fun, albeit strange, way to test my comprehension skills.

Plus, if it's a show I've seen before, it's like visiting an old friend. A friend whose life I'm only seeing snippets of. (We all have those friends, right?)

Of course, if it's a brand new show, or a crucial plot point is looming, I'm back to scrubbing and rage-quitting with the best of them. But sometimes, a little chaos is fun.

The Account Reset: Desperate Times, Desperate Measures

If Hulu consistently refuses to start episodes from the beginning, it might be time for a drastic step. Try clearing your watch history. Or even logging out and logging back in.

This is basically a digital cleanse. You're telling Hulu, "Forget everything you know about me. I am a blank slate!"

It's a bit of a hassle, I admit. But if it saves you from a lifetime of mid-episode confusion, it might be worth it.

In Conclusion: We're All Just Trying to Watch TV

So there you have it. A few (slightly sarcastic) strategies for wrestling Hulu into submission. The fight to start the episode from the beginning is a noble one.

Remember, we're all just trying to unwind and enjoy some quality TV time. May your rewinds be swift. And may your binge-watching be uninterrupted (except for snack breaks, of course).

Happy watching, fellow streamers! And may the "Watch From Beginning" button always be within your grasp.