Netflix Available on Apple TV App
Apple TV users can now add Netflix as a connected service within the Apple TV app, marking a significant development for the platform. However, this integration is still a work in progress, as it lacks full functionality at this stage.
Initial User Experience
Recent reports from Apple TV users indicate they received prompts to add Netflix to their application. Upon adding it, users could incorporate Netflix titles into their watch lists, while Netflix shows appeared on the “Continue Watching” shelf within the app.
Integration Limitations
Despite the promising start, the integration has notable gaps. Currently, it seems that only Netflix originals are functional with this feature. Shows such as Stranger Things and The Crown can be added to watch lists, but other titles like Suits remain inaccessible through the Apple TV app, even though they may appear in universal search results.
Incomplete Show Listings
Some users have found that available Netflix originals within the Apple TV app might have incomplete seasons listed. For instance, searching for The Crown displays only season 5, whereas Stranger Things remains fully represented.
Fluctuating Features
The reliability of the Netflix integration appears inconsistent. While some users report that their Netflix shows populate their “Continue Watching” section, others are encountering difficulties. Additionally, the “Add to Watchlist” option for Netflix content has inexplicably vanished for some users after it first appeared.
Official Status
Neither Netflix nor Apple has officially announced this integration, suggesting that it may still be in a testing phase. Notably, Apple has not yet listed Netflix as a supported service, indicating potential future updates.
Add Netflix to Your Watchlist
To add Netflix to your Apple TV experience, users should search for a Netflix title within the app and select it. A prompt should appear, allowing the addition of Netflix to the Apple TV functionalities.
Historic Context
Historically, Netflix has been a significant absence within the Apple TV app ecosystem, especially compared to other major streaming services that seamlessly integrate. While a standalone Netflix app exists for Apple TV, the lack of cross-compatibility with the Apple TV app’s watchlist has long been a point of contention.
Contention Between Apple and Netflix
The relationship between Apple and Netflix has been fraught, particularly highlighted when Netflix opted not to release a streaming app for the Apple Vision Pro. Users of the Vision Pro can only access Netflix by using Safari, illustrating ongoing tensions between the two companies.