How to Cast Netflix to Your TV in 2026

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Emma
April 22, 2026

TV has become one of the main carriers of streaming media. Does your TV support Netflix? If not, you don’t have to rush to get a new TV, as you can easily watch Netflix on TV with the help of a Chromecast dongle (Chromecast 3rd gen or older). Here’s how to cast Netflix to your TV from your Android or iOS devices or Google Chrome browser on Mac and PC.

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Part 1. What You Need to Cast Netflix to Your TV

As of 2026, Netflix has stopped supporting the casting feature for most smart TVs and streaming devices. If you want to cast Netflix from your Android or Apple mobile device, or on a computer with a Chrome browser and the Google Cast extension installed, make sure you have one of the following devices:

  • Chromecast 3rd gen or older (did not come with a physical remote)
  • Google Nest Hub Smart Display
  • Select cast-enabled Vizio TVs
  • Select cast-enabled Compal TVs

In addition, Netflix casting is available only on ad-free plans (Standard or Premium). If you’re on an ad-supported plan, you may need to upgrade your Netflix subscription or use an alternative method detailed in part 4 of this guide.

Part 2. How to Cast Netflix to Your TV from iOS and Android Devices

If you’re on the Standard or Premium plan, you can see the Cast button on the Netflix mobile app. If you don’t see the Cast button, check your internet connection, as your device can’t be found due to a network or settings issue, or there aren’t any compatible devices available to cast to.

Here’s how to Cast Netflix to your Chromecast or other compatible device:

  1. Open the Netflix app on your phone.
  2. Select the cast icon at the top of the app.
  3. From the list of available devices, select your Chromecast /compatible TV device.
  4. Play the show or movie you’d like to watch.

The movie or show you’ve picked will then be cast to your TV. You can now use your mobile device as your remote to play, pause, rewind, or fast-forward.

cast-netflix-to-tv

How to Set up the Chromecast Device

If you’re casting Netflix to a supported Chromecast device, it can be set up using the Google Home app on Android devices running Android 9.0 or later, or iPhone and iPad running iOS 16.0 or later.

  1. Plug in the Chromecast device to the HDMI port of your TV
  2. Download the Google Home app on your Android or iOS device.
  3. Connect your phone/tablet to the same Wi-Fi network that you intend to use to set up your Chromecast device.
  4. Open the Google Home app on your phone and go to Devices.
  5. Tap “+ Add” and follow the instructions to set up the Chromecast as a new device.

After setting up your Chromecast, you can go to the Netflix app on your phone to cast the show or movie to your TV.

Part 3. How to Cast Netflix to Your TV from Chrome browser on your computer

To cast Netflix to your TV from your computer, make sure they are using the same Wi-Fi network.

  1. On your computer, open the Chrome browser (version 72 or higher).
  2. Sign in to netflix.com.
  3. Select the More icon in the upper or lower right corner of the browser.
  4. Select the Cast icon from the upper or lower right side of the screen.
  5. Select your Chromecast from the list of available devices to cast Netflix to your TV.
  6. Select a TV show or movie to watch and press Play.

The movie or show you’ve picked will then be cast to your TV. You can control the playback from your computer or with the remote control if you’re using Chromecast with Google TV and Google TV Streamer.

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Part 4. How to Cast Netflix to TV with ad-supported plan?

Casting Netflix to compatible TV devices requires an ad-free Netflix plan. If you have an ad-supported Netflix plan, the workaround is to download Netflix videos to MP4 and then cast or watch them directly on your TV. All you need is Pazu Netflix Video Downloader.

Pazu Netflix Video Downloader is a desktop program for Netflix users to download videos without the Netflix app. It can download movies and TV shows from Netflix to MP4 and MKV. The converted videos can be preserved in high quality as 1080p after a fast download process. Also, subtitles and audio tracks can be kept 100% the same as the original video.

Netflix video downloader

Netflix Video Downloader

Download Netflix movies & TV shows to MP4 with HD quality. 

  • Download movies & TV shows from Netflix.
  • Download video in 1080P.
  • Preserve audio tracks and subtitles.
  • Fast downloading speed.

Step 1. Launch Pazu Netflix Video Downloader

Download and run Pazu Netflix Video Downloader on Windows and Mac. Select the Netflix icon and log in to your Netflix account.

Click the Settings icon > “Register” and enter your registration code to unlock the full version if you have purchased a registration. If you haven’t, go ahead with the free trial version.

Netflix video downloader

Step 2. Add Netflix movies/TV shows

Click the Search tab at the top and enter the title of a movie/TV show in the search field, and click the search icon.

Download Netflix video to MP4

Step 3. Choose video format/quality

Click on the Settings button in the upper right corner and select “Preferences” to change:

  • Video format: MP4 or MKV
  • Video codec: H.264 or H.265
  • Audio language: English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish, Chinese
  • Keep Audio description and 5.1 surround sound or not
  • Subtitle language: English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish, Chinese
  • Subtitle types: Soft subtitles, External subtitles, or Hard subtitles.
Netflix Video Downloader Settings

Step 4. Download Netflix videos

Click the Download icon on the right side.

As you can see from the screenshot, all episodes are checked by default. Netflix Video Downloader will help you download them, no need to tap one by one.

Download Netflix tv shows

Then click the Download button in the bottom right corner. The downloading begins.

Download-netflix-videos

Step 5. Cast downloaded Netflix video to TV

After downloading, click History and find the video in MP4 format. To cast the downloaded Netflix video to your TV:

  • Mac/Windows: Play the MP4 files with Chrome and cast them to your TV using a Chromecast or built-in Google Cast.
  • Android: Transfer downloaded MP4 files to your Android and use “Cast” or “Screen Mirror” in the quick settings menu to cast to your TV.
  • iOS: Transfer downloaded MP4 files to your device and use AirPlay or “Screen Mirroring” in the Control Center to cast.

You can also transfer the downloaded videos to a USB drive and watch them directly on your TV by inserting the drive into your TV’s USB port.

FAQs on Casting Netflix to TV

Why did the Netflix cast icon disappear on my iPhone/Android?

In late 2025, Netflix has removed casting feature for most smart TVs and streaming devices. If your device comes with a physical remote—such as an Apple TV, Roku, or Chromecast with Google TV—the “Cast” icon will no longer appear in your mobile app.

Please also note that if you are on an ad-supported plan such as “Standard with Ads” plan, casting is completely disabled across all devices.

Can you cast Netflix with the Standard with Ads plan?

Unfortunately, no. As of 2026, casting and mirroring are strictly disabled on the Standard with Ads plan.

Can you cast Netflix to Apple TV or Google TV?

As of 2026, Netflix has removed casting for all devices with physical remotes. If you are using an Apple TV or Google TV, you can use the TV’s native Netflix app, or use the workaround in this guide – download Netflix videos to MP4 with Pazu Netflix Video Downloader and cast them to your TV.