Best apps to watch movies & TV
Apple TV+
Apple TV+ is a subscription streaming service offering exclusive content called “Apple Originals.” Launched in 2019, it features award-winning dramas, comedies, documentaries, kids’ shows, and more. New content is added every month, ensuring a steady stream of fresh entertainment. Unlike other platforms with user-generated content, Apple TV+ focuses solely on curated, high-quality productions.
How do you get Apple TV+ on a Chromebook?
Original Apple TV+ content: Ted Lasso, Severance, For All Mankind, The Morning Show.
Tubi
I like Tubi and yes, it is free to watch tons of movies and tv series as it caters to budget-conscious viewers. Unlike its subscription-based counterparts, Tubi offers a completely free experience, supported by advertisements. It has a vast library of over 50,000 movies and TV shows, encompassing various genres like comedies, dramas, documentaries, and even anime. While the focus leans towards older content and independent films, Tubi also features some popular titles and originals produced in collaboration with major studios.
How do you get Tubi on a Chromebook?
Tubi content: Fist of Fury, Becoming Evil: Serial Killers, Pressure Cooker.
Netflix
I have been a Netflix subscriber since way back, I mean way way back, when it was actually sending out physical DVDs and I have loved the service since then. It is one of the very few streaming services that I can’t cancel. As a subscription-based service, it allows users to watch as much as they want, whenever they want, on various internet-connected devices. Netflix is known for its diverse library, featuring licensed content from major studios alongside its own critically acclaimed Netflix Originals. These originals span across genres, from award-winning dramas and comedies to captivating documentaries and children’s shows. We also wrote more about Tubi on your Chromebook.
How do you get Netflix on a Chromebook?
Original Netflix content: Stranger Things, Squid Game, Bridgerton, Wednesday.
Amazon Prime Video
I have been using Prime Video ever since it released Invincible, yeah, that show/animation is great to say the least. Prime Video is a streaming service included with an Amazon Prime membership, offering a diverse library of content encompassing movies, TV shows, documentaries, and Amazon Originals. Prime Originals are exclusive productions, often critically acclaimed and award-winning shows and movies. While some content requires additional rental or purchase fees, Prime membership grants access to a vast library of included titles. We wrote more about Amazon Prime Video on your Chromebook.
How do you get Amazon Prime Video on a Chromebook?
Original Amazon Prime content: The Boys, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Invincible, The Reacher, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
Disney Bundle
The Disney Bundle is a streaming service package that combines three popular platforms: Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+. This bundle offers a diverse range of content, catering to various interests. Disney+ provides access to Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic movies and shows, including their latest releases and exclusive originals. Hulu adds to the mix with current TV shows, full seasons, movies, FX originals, and its own library of original content. ESPN+ caters to sports fans with live and on-demand sports coverage, including major leagues, college sports, and more. We wrote a more detailed article on Disney Plus on your Chromebook.
How do you get Disney Bundle on a Chromebook?
- Download the Disney app, ESPN+ app or Hulu app from Google Play Store
- Use their official website
Original Disney Bundle content: ESPN 30 for 30, The Handmaid’s Tale, The Mandalorian.
Crunchyroll
Crunchyroll is one of the official and licensed companies that you can sign up for to access the latest Anime straight from Japan, usually on the same day it airs in Japan as well. Plus, it comes with both subbed and dubbed options, making it a great choice for fans who enjoy their anime in either format. Additionally, Crunchyroll offers a large library of classic and ongoing series, along with exclusive content and community features.
How do you get Crunchyroll on a Chromebook?
Original Crunychroll content: While they might not have ‘original content’, they house some of the biggest Animes like Jujutsu Kaisen, Demon Slayer and Dragon Ball Super.
Twitch
Twitch is one of if not the most popular place for gamers to watch other gamers play their favorite games like Fortnite, Minecraft, GTA and many others. You can also read our guide on Twitch for Chromebook and discover tips on optimizing your viewing experience, managing chat settings, and even starting your own stream.
How do you get Twitch on a Chromebook?
