Why does my apple tv movie take an hour plus wait time before I can start the movie

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This is up to your internet connection. You need to check www.speedtest.net
6mbps is required for instant HD rentals. Wifi interference can also cause issues so try ethernet and/or check www.istumbler.net
Make sure you are using your ISP's DNS
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