Learn how to download movies from Netflix to your iPad for offline watching. Unfortunately, Mac users do not have access to a Netflix app. Additionally, downloading content directly from the Netflix website is impossible on a Mac. It applies to all recent iPads with the Netflix app and Macs.
How to Download Movies From Netflix to iPad
Downloading Netflix content for offline viewing on your iPad is easy. Downloads are great for plane rides, car trips, and other places where you want entertainment but might need better internet.
The iPad is great for downloading Netflix shows. It’s light, has a big screen, a long-lasting battery, and is easy to bring on trips.
You’ll need a Netflix subscription and the free app to download movies from Netflix to your iPad. To get the iOS Netflix app, go to the App Store and download it.
Download from Netflix to the iPad
1. To find what you want to download, scroll down the opening screen and tap on the movie, TV show, or entire TV series season. Tap the “Movies” option in the menu bar to search for movies only.
2. To download a movie, tap the downward arrow below the description. You can’t download the movie if you don’t see a download arrow.
When you start downloading, the download arrow changes to a progress wheel, and a status indicator appears.
To find your downloaded movie, tap on the Downloads option at the bottom of the screen. It will take you to the My Downloads screen.
3. To download TV show episodes, tap the downward arrow next to each episode you want to watch. Only the first episode will be downloaded when using the app’s Smart Download feature.
Smart Downloads is a default feature in the app. Watching multi-episode TV shows on the iPad saves space. After you watch a downloaded episode, the app will delete it when your iPad connects to Wi-Fi. Then, it will automatically download the next episode, so you’ll always have only one episode on your iPad.
You can begin watching movies and TV episodes while they are still downloading. It is useful when you need a better internet connection. After improving your connection, you can complete the download and continue watching.
4. After the download finishes, tap the Downloads button at the bottom of the screen to open the My Downloads screen.
5. Tap the Play arrow on the My Downloads screen to watch a downloaded movie or TV show.
6. Tap the Download icon next to the listing to remove a movie or TV show from your iPad. It looks like a checkmark in a box. Then, tap Delete Download to remove it from your iPad. To find your downloaded Netflix movies and shows, go to the Downloads menu at the bottom of the app.
Netflix App Settings
In the Netflix for iPad app settings, you can limit downloads to Wi-Fi only. It is the default option. You can easily adjust the video quality on your iPad. Choose a higher quality if you want to watch on a bigger screen. You can also turn Smart Downloads on or off and other options. To find the Netflix app settings, tap “More” at the bottom of the screen.
How to Download Movies From Netflix to a Mac
The Mac doesn’t have a Netflix app. You can watch Netflix in a browser but can’t download anything to your computer. Mac users cannot download and watch Netflix content offline.
However, a few legal ways exist to watch downloaded Netflix content on a Mac.
Boot Camp and Windows
Netflix has a Windows app available for download at the Microsoft Store. Mac computers have a built-in Boot Camp utility that allows you to run Windows 10. You can legally download content from Netflix by downloading the Netflix app for Windows. To install Windows 10 on a Mac, you will need a copy of it. However, keep in mind that this option is costly.
Streaming from an iPad
Netflix has a Windows app available for download at the Microsoft Store. Mac computers have a built-in Boot Camp utility that allows you to run Windows 10. You can legally download content from Netflix by downloading the Netflix app for Windows. To install Windows 10 on a Mac, you will need a copy of it. However, keep in mind that this option is costly.
FAQ
What iPadOS version is required for the Netflix app on my iPad?
Have iPadOS 15.0 or a newer version to download the latest Netflix app. To watch Netflix on your iPad, make sure your device has the newest version (15.0 or higher) and the Netflix app installed.
How many movies can I download from Netflix at once?
Netflix allows a maximum of 100 movies on one device at a time. Your device’s available space limits you, too.
How can I download Netflix movies to watch on Apple TV?
You can stream any Netflix movie downloaded to an Apple TV or Mac on your iPad using AirPlay. You can download the free Netflix app on your Apple TV and stream content immediately.
