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Netflix Eliminates Casting Support, Frustrates Users Again

12/1/2025

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Netflix has removed casting support from its mobile app to most modern TVs and streaming devices, requiring users to navigate with TV remotes.
The change began around November 10, 2025, and was confirmed on Netflix's support page.
Older Chromecast devices still support casting, but only for subscribers on ad-free plans.
Netflix says the move aims to enhance user experience and mirrors its 2019 removal of AirPlay, causing user frustration.

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Netflix has removed casting support from its mobile app to most modern TVs and streaming devices, requiring users to navigate with TV remotes.
The change began around November 10, 2025, and was confirmed on Netflix's support page.
Older Chromecast devices still support casting, but only for subscribers on ad-free plans.
Netflix says the move aims to enhance user experience and mirrors its 2019 removal of AirPlay, causing user frustration.