The CW
The CW

The CW

Entertainment

| The CW Network

Play on PC with BlueStacks or from our cloud

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Page Modified On: May 29, 2025

Run The CW on PC or Mac

Why limit yourself to your small screen on the phone? Run The CW, an app by The CW Network, best experienced on your PC or Mac with BlueStacks, the world’s #1 Android emulator.

About the App

Looking for a new way to catch your favorite shows and discover something fresh? The CW app makes it crazy easy to keep up with the latest episodes, stream full series, watch movies, and even tune in to live sports—all in one spot. No cable drama, no extra hassle—just pick what you’re in the mood for and hit play.

App Features

  • Catch New Episodes Fast
    Missed last night’s TV? No worries—the latest episodes of CW primetime shows are up the very next day, ready for you to stream whenever you feel like it.

  • Full Series to Binge
    Whether you’re in the mood for a total rewatch of classics like Girlfriends or want to check out something new like The Gifted or Harrow, there’s plenty here for every kind of TV fan.

  • Fresh Movies All the Time
    Browse a growing movie library that’s always getting new additions—perfect when you want a film night instead of another episode marathon.

  • Stream Sports and More
    LIV Golf tournaments air live (and on demand), and you’ve got access to gems like Inside the NFL and some unique original sports series to mix up your watchlist.

  • No Strings Attached
    Forget the complicated sign-ups—no cable required, no password nightmares, and no need to dig out a credit card.

  • 24/7 Channels Experience
    Can’t decide what you want? Switch over to channels and kick back—there’s a mix of comedies, thrillers, cooking shows, and more, all streaming non-stop.

You’ll get all this right from your Android device, or even on your PC with BlueStacks, for some couch-to-desk streaming flexibility.

BlueStacks gives you the much-needed freedom to experience your favorite apps on a bigger screen. Get it now.

How to Download and Run The CW on PC or Mac

  • Download and install BlueStacks on your PC or Mac

  • Complete Google sign-in to access the Play Store, or do it later

  • Look for The CW in the search bar at the top right corner

  • Click to install The CW from the search results

  • Complete Google sign-in (if you skipped step 2) to install The CW

  • Click the The CW icon on the home screen to start playing

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Minimum System Requirements

With BlueStacks 5, you can get started on a PC that fulfills the following requirements.

  • Operating System

    Microsoft Windows 7 or above, macOS 11 (Big Sur) or above

  • Processor

    Intel, AMD or Apple Silicon Processor

  • RAM

    at least 4GB

  • HDD

    10GB Free Disk Space

Note:

* You must be an Administrator on your PC. Up to date graphics drivers from Microsoft or the chipset vendor.

The CW - FAQs

  • How to Run The CW on Windows PC & Mac?

    Run The CW on your PC or Mac by following these simple steps.

    • Click on ‘Download The CW on PC’ to download BlueStacks
    • Install it and log-in to Google Play Store
    • Launch and run the app.
  • Why is BlueStacks the fastest and safest platform to play games on PC?

    BlueStacks respects your privacy and is always safe and secure to use. It does not carry any malware, spyware, or any sort of additional software that could harm your PC.

    It is engineered to optimize speed and performance for a seamless gaming experience.

  • What are The CW PC requirements?

    Minimum requirement to run The CW on your PC

    • OS: Microsoft Windows 7 and above:
    • Processor: Intel or AMD Processor:
    • RAM: Your PC must have at least 2GB of RAM. (Note that having 2GB or more disk space is not a substitute for RAM):
    • HDD: 5GB Free Disk Space.
    • You must be an Administrator on your PC.