Bunny Ears TV is an Apple TV app that transforms your personal Plex media library into a live television experience—complete with 425 curated channels, 68 music stations, and a broadcast-style program guide.
What is Bunny Ears TV?
Bunny Ears TV converts your Plex movie, show, and music libraries into virtual linear TV channels that play continuously, just like cable. Input: your existing Plex media on a local or remote server. Output: 425 themed channels (genres, decades, moods) plus 68 dedicated music stations, displayed in a retro electronic program guide (EPG) with live progress bars. The app runs exclusively on Apple TV and is developed by Bunny Ears TV (no parent company stated on the website).
Key Features
- 425 Curated Channels — Live-programmed channels for shows, movies, and mixed content, organized by genre, decade, and mood directly from your Plex library.
- 68 Music Stations — Background audio-only stations that stream from your Plex music library, labeled by genre or mood with no video overlay.
- Sign In with Plex — Authenticate using a 4-character PIN and QR code, or tap “Continue” if another Apple TV in your home is already set up. Local and remote Plex servers are discovered automatically; manual server entry is available as a fallback.
- Beautiful Program Guide — A broadcast-style EPG that builds your channel listing in seconds, even for multi-terabyte libraries. Displays live progress, content previews, ratings, and support for flipping channels.
- Library Selection — After signing in, you pick which Plex libraries to include, and the guide builds only from those sources.
Who is it for?
- Plex power users who want to rediscover their personal media collection as always-on TV channels without manually browsing folders.
- Cord-cutters who miss the experience of flipping through channels and want a curated, schedule-based alternative to on-demand streaming.
- Apple TV owners looking for a native app that integrates directly with Plex and uses tvOS interface conventions (no sideloading or web-based workarounds).
What can you do with Bunny Ears TV?
- Surf your own library: Scroll through themed channels (e.g., ’80s action, classic sci-fi, holiday specials) and watch whatever’s playing—no decision fatigue.
- Set background music: Launch a music station for cooking, cleaning, or working; the app pulls songs directly from your Plex music library and plays them without commercial breaks.
- Preview before committing: Tap a channel to see what’s currently airing, check ratings, and jump in mid-program with live progress visible in the guide.
How does Bunny Ears TV work?
Download the free app from the tvOS App Store, launch it, and sign in to your Plex account using the on-screen QR code or a 4-character PIN. The app automatically discovers local and remote Plex servers (manual entry is also supported). Select which media libraries to use—movies, TV shows, music—and the app generates your personalized channel lineup within seconds. No configuration beyond library selection is required.
Pricing
Bunny Ears TV is free to download and use. The website lists no in-app purchases, subscriptions, or paid tiers (as of the page content provided).
FAQ
Is Bunny Ears TV free?
Yes, the app is free on the Apple TV App Store with no mention of paid upgrades or subscription fees on the official website.
Do I need a Plex Media Server?
Yes. Bunny Ears TV requires a Plex server (local or remote) to read your media libraries. You authenticate with your Plex account via QR code or PIN.
How many channels does it create?
Up to 425 curated channels for video content and 68 music stations, pulled from your chosen Plex libraries. The exact count depends on the size and variety of your media.
