Introduction
Watching a movie is always more fun with friends and family. But what if you’re unable to get together in person? Thanks to the wonders of technology, it’s now possible to watch movies together while still maintaining social distancing. In this article, we’ll explore several ways to watch a movie together on Netflix, from setting up a Netflix Party to hosting a movie night in your own home.
Set Up a Netflix Party
The easiest way to watch a movie together on Netflix is by utilizing the Netflix Party extension. This free Google Chrome extension allows multiple people to simultaneously stream a movie or TV show, as well as chat while they watch. It’s a great way to recreate the experience of watching a movie together, even when you’re miles apart.
To use Netflix Party, all participants must first install the extension on their browser. Once everyone has the extension installed, one person can start the “party” by visiting the Netflix website and selecting the movie or show they want to watch. They can then click the “NP” button that appears in the top right corner of the browser to generate a link. This link can be shared with other participants, who can then join the party by clicking it.
Once everyone is in the party, everyone will be able to watch the same movie or show at the same time. The extension also includes a chat feature so participants can interact with each other while they watch.
Create a Virtual Watch Party
If you don’t want to use the Netflix Party extension, there are other ways to watch a movie together on Netflix. You can create a virtual watch party by inviting friends and family to join you in a video conferencing call, such as Skype or Zoom. Everyone can log into their own Netflix account and begin streaming the movie or show of your choice. As long as everyone stays in sync, you can all watch the same movie together while chatting.
Stream from Separate Devices
You can also watch a movie together on Netflix without having to use a video conferencing service. All you need to do is make sure everyone is logged into their own Netflix account and starts streaming the movie or show at the same time. This can be a bit tricky as it’s difficult to make sure everyone stays in sync, but it’s still possible.
One way to ensure everyone stays in sync is by using a countdown timer. Have one person count down from 10 before starting the movie, so everyone can hit play at the same time. If someone falls out of sync, they can pause and wait for the others to catch up.
Use a Smart TV
If you have access to a smart TV, you can also watch a movie together on Netflix. All you need to do is connect multiple devices (such as phones and laptops) to the same TV via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Everyone can then log into their own Netflix account and begin streaming the movie of your choice. The TV will automatically sync up the streams, allowing everyone to watch the same movie at the same time.
Host a Movie Night
Of course, the best way to watch a movie together on Netflix is by hosting an old-fashioned movie night. Invite friends and family over to your house and provide snacks and drinks. Set up a projector or big screen TV and allow everyone to pick a movie or show they want to watch together. This is a great way to recreate the movie theater experience in the comfort of your own home.
Conclusion
Thanks to technology, it’s now possible to watch a movie together on Netflix even when you’re far apart. Whether you use the Netflix Party extension, video conferencing tools, separate devices, or a smart TV, you can easily recreate the experience of watching a movie together. Alternatively, you can also host a movie night in your own home for a truly authentic movie theater experience.
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