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What are the best movie streaming apps?
Whether or not you've got a thing for the smell of movie theaters and popcorn combined, the truth is, video streaming is now the new norm. Well, it isn't hard to understand why a lot of cinema fans have settled to watching movies on their smartphones and other devices. Aside from the obvious convenience it brings, streaming sites and apps also provide tons of subscription plans or even pay-per-view rates that would lure you away from the traditional viewing set-up. On this list, we have some of the best movie streaming apps that could help you both in terms of functionality and content for your much-valued movie time. So, just like our friend Ricahrd Vasquez, feel free to scroll down and choose the best fit for you!
Vudu
Well, Vudu isn't as big as other movie streaming apps but it definitely has a lot of users for a reason. Well, first of all, you don't need to pay for a subscription for this platform as you are charged on a pay-per-view basis. Also, using Vudu basically gives you lifetime digital rights to certain movie titles, which come in 4K resolution most of the time. And of course, its catalog is stacked with great titles as well!
Crackle
Well, Crackle could hit the home run for a lot of movie fans solely because its movies are available for free. Well, its movie app is pretty easy to use too. And if you're a movie fan who's willing to explore lesser-known titles, then you'd be glad to use Crackle. The only downside is that you need to deal with numerous ads while watching movies, same with other free platforms.
- Free Trial
Netflix
Well, a lot of people are already into Netflix and it's not hard to understand why. Its mobile app has great functionality that, of course, allows multiple users per account. Its progressive catalog also features some of the best movies, both past and present, and of course, Netflix originals are always going to be good for streaming!
Yidio
Well, technically, Yidio isn't an app that streams video content. But, it actually does more than that. It's actually a platform that lets you find different movies from over 300 legal streaming services and websites. So, if you're really into digging deep to find specific content, this app could be of great use.
- Free Trial
Hulu
Movie fans definitely see the importance of having the latest movie releases the quickest possible time. And if that's a big deal for you, you might as well download the Hulu app right now. Remember the first time Parasite arrived on digital platforms? Yes, that's Hulu for you. So, if you don't mind watching a few ads here and there, this is a good movie streaming app to have.
Tubi TV
Tubi is also one of those movie streaming apps that boasts of the 'free movies with ads label'. And honestly, the service has been on the rise lately because of the practicality it brings to users. If you want a decent selection of movies from different genres without having to pay anything, Tubi TV is the way to go!
Popcornflix
Popcornflix is quite a gem of a movie streaming app. Well, it's free and has great movie categories to choose from. You'd even be surprised to find some lesser known titles as part of its catalog. Most of the complaints though come from the buffering. But when you're a user who has figured out a way to stream continuously on your smartphone, it shouldn't be a problem at all.
- Free Trial
Crunchyroll
For anime fans, Crunchyroll is a streaming service that works wonders. Aside from its catalog specialized for anime content, it also has subtitles for its movies. While other platforms have tried to catch up on anime movies, Crunchyroll still is the best streaming app for the genre. You can check out its free trial to get the feel of the app, by the way.
- Free Trial
Amazon Prime Video
Aside from its amazing 4K HDR streaming and offline viewing features, what actually makes Amazon Prime Video's app good for streaming movies? Well, you can judge it mostly with its content. Almost any movie from any possible genre has a high chance of ending up in its catalog. And also, downloading these films is only a tap away from its easy-to-navigate app.
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If you've been streaming movies online for a good part of the past decade, you probably have considered subscribing to Netflix at least once. But did you know that the industry giant actually started out back in 1998 as a DVD rental service? And that time, it rivaled then-dominant company Blockbuster Video. Well, Netflix has expanded based on the concept of being able to rent unlimited DVDs for a fixed price. It has adapted to change well and fast forward to today, it is now one of the biggest video-on-demand apps for watching movies out there.
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- #1July 29, 2019"With the rise of other video-on-demand services, Hulu still strives and is still battling with other cord cutters (Sling vs Hulu). And I still believe with Hulu's capabilities as there are still other movies and shows that can only be watched exclusively with them. :)"
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Hulu - #2July 29, 2019"Sony Crackle is legit the best movie app for me. It has more movies from other countries like my hometown India. I think that it can contend to the likes of Netflix, that has regional restrictions. Still need to renew my VPN license for that."
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Crackle - #3July 29, 2019"The option to either rent or buy makes this absolutely one of the best movie streaming apps that you can ever find. I hope that more movies are on the way that they can provide to avid subscribers like me. 👍"
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Vudu - #4July 29, 2019"I don't know why Netflix is in the bottom half of the list when this should be on top of the best streaming apps on every list. Netflix will be, until the arrival the new movie streaming app Disney+."
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Netflix - #5December 6, 2019"If you're looking for the best streaming apps to watch Bollywood movies, then you should check out Tubi. Also, there are a lot of genres to watch for so it will surely keep you company."
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Tubi TV - #6July 29, 2019"Have I read it right? Yidio collects shows from Netflix? So I suppose that theres a Stranger Things episodes here? If there is, then this will definitely be my best movie app."
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| Rank | Answers | Type | Votes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vudu | Streaming Services | 18 | Paid |
| 2 | Crackle | Streaming Services | 13 | Free |
| 3 | Netflix | Streaming Services | 10 | Paid |
| 4 | Yidio | Websites | 5 | Free |
| 5 | Hulu | Streaming Services | 5 | Paid |
| 6 | Tubi TV | Streaming Services | 4 | Free |
| 7 | Popcornflix | Streaming Services | 3 | Free |
| 8 | Crunchyroll | Streaming Services | 2 | Paid |
| 9 | Amazon Prime Video | Streaming Services | 2 | Paid |