How to install a movie search on a Xiaomi TV: official and alternative ways

Installing Movie Search on Xiaomi TVs (Mi TV, Redmi Smart TV, Xiaomi TV A/S/P) often raises questions among users. Despite the popularity of the service, the application is not always available in the standard Google Play store for Android TV. The reasons can vary from regional restrictions to the features of the firmware of a particular model. In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods of installation, including official and workarounds, and also explain how to avoid typical errors.

It’s important to understand that the installation method depends on the Android TV version (or PatchWall on some models), Google Services availability, and even the year of the TV release. For example, on the Xiaomi Mi TV 4S 2020 with MIUI TV 3.0 firmware, the algorithm will differ from the Redmi Smart TV X55 2023 on Android TV 11.

If you have tried to install an app before and you have errors like “Device is not certified” or “App is not compatible with your device”, do not rush to despair. In 90% of cases, the problem can be solved without complex manipulations – just choose the right method from our guide.

1. Install Movie Search via Google Play (official way)

The easiest and safest method is to download the app directly from Google Play, but it doesn't work on all Xiaomi models. Here's how to check compatibility and install:

Open Google Play on your TV (the icon is usually on the home screen or in the Apps section).
In the search bar, enter the Kinopoisk (or Kinopoisk).
If the app appears in the results, click Install. If not, move on to alternatives.

What Xiaomi models do this work on? Official support for Movie Search via Google Play confirmed for the following lines (2021-2026):

📺 Xiaomi TV Q2/Q1E (Android TV 11/12)
📺 Redmi Smart TV X Pro (Models with Google Services)
📺 Mi TV P1/P1E (firmware MIUI TV 4.0+)

⚠️ Note: On PatchWall TVs (e.g. Mi) TV 4A 2018–2020) The standard Google Play can be replaced by the Mi App Store, in which case the official installation is impossible – use methods 2–5.

What if Movie Search is not displayed on Google Play?

🌍 Regional restrictions – the app is hidden for your country (resolved by changing the region of your Google account).
📱 An outdated version of Android TV — Android 9 and below: Many apps are not supported.
🔧 Google Services is not available for some Redmi Smart models TV for the Chinese market.

📊 What kind of Xiaomi TV is you?

Mi TV (Q/P/A/S series)

Redmi Smart TV (X/Pro)

Xiaomi TV A2/A Pro

Another model

I don't know.

Installation APK-File management via file manager

If Google Play does not offer Movie Search, you can install the application manually through the APK-This method is suitable for all Xiaomi models, including those that do not have access to the official store. APK Only from trusted sources to avoid viruses.

Step-by-step:

Download APK from the official website of the Kinopoisk or [APKMirror](https://www.apkmirror.com)

Connect a flash drive or use cloud storage (Google Drive, Yandex.Disk)

Enable installation from unknown sources in TV settings

Check the Android TV version (in Settings → About TV)

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Download APK: Official source: [kinopoisk.ru/tv](https://www.kinopoisk.ru/tv/) (Section "For Android TV"). Alternative: [APKMirror](https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/kinopoisk/) (select the version for Android TV).
Transfer the file to the TV: 💾 Through USB-flash drive (formatted into FAT32). ☁️ Through cloud storage (download) APK Go to Google Drive and open the link to TV). 📶 By local area network (use the Send Files to app) TV).

Install APK.

Open the File Manager (or Download) on your TV.
Find the downloaded file (usually in the Download folder or on the flash drive).
Click on APK and confirm installation.
Install SmartTube via ADB (instruction below) or manually if you have a file manager.
Launch SmartTube and go to the Apps section.
Install the Movie Search through the APK manager built into SmartTube or download the file separately.

Install SmartTube via ADB (for power users):

adb connect [IP_ your TV


adb install smarttubenext.apk

To find out the IP of the TV, go to Settings → Network → Network Status.

Advantages of SmartTube:

🔓 Bypasses PatchWall restrictions and allows you to install any APK.
🎯 Optimized for control from the Xiaomi remote.
🔄 Automatically updates applications.

⚠️ Attention: Use ADB requires the inclusion of debugging USB In the developer settings, to activate this mode, go to Settings. → About TV and 7 times click on the Assembly Number. → Additionally. → For developers, turn on debugging by USB.

4. Use of alternative launchers (ATV Launcher, Sideload Launcher)

If Xiaomi's standard interface doesn't allow you to install Movie Search, you can replace the launcher with a more flexible one, popular options are ATV Launcher and Sideload Launcher, which provide access to all installed applications, including those hidden in PatchWall.

How to install an alternative launcher:

Download. APK launcher: 🔹 [ATV Launcher](https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/atl-launcher/) — quick-and-fast. 🔹 [Sideload Launcher](https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/sideload-launcher/) — shows all the established APK.

File manager

ADB

Default launcher

Cinema search

Launcher comparison:

Launcher	Support for Movie Search	Control from the remote	Need an ADB?
ATV Launcher	Yes.	Complete.	No.
Sideload Launcher	Yes.	Partial (needs a mouse)	No.
SmartTubeNext	Yes.	Complete.	Yes (for PatchWall)

Important: Once the alternative launcher is installed, the original PatchWall interface will remain available and you will be able to switch between them in the default settings of the App.

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Alternative launchers not only solve the problem with the installation of Kinopoisk, but also speed up the work of the TV due to an optimized interface.

5. Installation via browser (web version of the Kinopoisk)

If none of the previous methods worked, you can use the web version of Movie Search directly in the TV browser, which does not require installing applications, but has limitations in functionality (for example, there are no notifications for new movies).

How to set up the web version:

Open your browser on your TV (Internet or TV Browser).
Go to the website [kinopoisk.ru](https://www.kinopoisk.ru).
Sign in to your account (if any).
Add the site to the bookmarks for quick access.

Solution: Try to play content through your browser or update your TV firmware.

How to update the Movie Search on Xiaomi TV, if it is installed through APK?

There are two ways: Manual update: Download the new version of APK from [APKMirror](https://www.apkmirror.com) and install on top of the old one (data will be saved). Through SmartTube: If you use SmartTubeNext, it will prompt you to update the app automatically. Don't update the Movie Search through Google Play if you originally installed the APK - this can lead to a version conflict.

Can I use the movie without an account?

Yes, but with limitations: ✅ Trailers and information about movies are available. ❌ You can not save movies in Favorites or use personal recommendations. ❌ Access to some playlists (such as My Collections) is restricted, and to log in, use Mail Login or Social Login (if the remote does not support text input, connect the keyboard via Bluetooth).

How to remove the Movie Search from Xiaomi TV if it is not removed in the standard way?

If the application is not removed via Settings → Applications, try: Through ADB: adb uninstall ru.kinopoisk (USB debugging required). Reset: Settings → Reset and restore → Reset all settings (applications will remain, but they can be removed). Use File Manager+: Install File Manager+ through APK and delete the Movie Search through it.