How to Download Movies From Netflix
You first need to install the Netflix app, which you can download from the Google Play Store. Once it’s installed, the steps to download movies and TV shows are the same regardless of which type of device you use:
Netflix Smart Downloads, Partial Downloads, and Downloads For You
Using Smart Downloads, when you finish watching an episode from a series, the Netflix app automatically deletes the one you watched and downloads the next batch so they’re ready to go. It only works on Wi-Fi, so it won’t use your data when you’re not expecting it. Smart Downloads are on by default, but if you want to make sure it’s on, or you wish to turn it off, go to your downloads and tap Smart Downloads at the top of the screen. Under Smart Downloads, you see an option called Downloads For You. If you enable this feature, Netflix automatically downloads suggested movies and shows to your device based on your viewing history and profile preferences. Netflix lets you watch partially downloaded movies and TV shows offline. This is especially handy if you’re traveling and may not have access to Wi-Fi. Once you have a strong, stable internet connection, you can resume downloading and watching that content.
How to Delete Netflix Downloads
To remove shows and movies from your device, tap the blue checkmark next to the title, then tap Delete Download. To delete all of your downloads at once, tap your profile icon in the upper-right corner of the app, then tap App Settings > Delete All Downloads.
How to Change Netflix Download Settings
If you want to change the default video quality of your downloads, or if you want to download content using your mobile data, tap your profile icon in the upper-right corner of the Netflix app, then tap App Settings.
If You Can’t Download Netflix Movies and Shows
If you followed the instructions above but you can’t download media from Netflix because you don’t have the option, you have two things to consider:
Are you running a compatible version of Android? If you aren’t running version 4.4.2 (KitKat) or later, you cannot download Netflix shows.Some shows and movies are not available to download and watch offline later. It may be that your favorites aren’t available at this time.
