Yes, you can cast Netflix to Chromecast on most devices

Netflix works with Chromecast on phones, tablets, and computers. You can cast from an Android phone or tablet, an iPhone or iPad, a Windows PC, or a Mac. The Netflix app must be installed on the device you're casting from, and your Chromecast device must be on the same Wi-Fi network as that phone, tablet, or computer.

Casting Netflix is straightforward: open the Netflix app, start playing a show or movie, tap the cast icon, select your Chromecast device, and the video moves to your TV. The process takes a few seconds. Once casting starts, you can control playback from your phone — pause, rewind, adjust volume — or use your TV remote if your Chromecast is built into the TV or connected to a receiver.

Key Takeaways

  • Netflix casting works on Android and iOS phones, tablets, Windows PCs, and Macs, as long as the Netflix app is installed.
  • Your casting device and Chromecast must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network before you can cast.
  • The cast icon appears in the Netflix player during playback — tap it, choose your Chromecast, and the video switches to your TV.
  • You control playback from your phone after casting starts, so you can pause or skip without touching your TV remote.

How to cast Netflix from your phone or tablet

Open the Netflix app on your Android phone or iPhone. Navigate to any show or movie and press play. Once the video is playing, look for the cast icon — it looks like a rectangle with curved lines in the corner, usually in the top right or bottom right of the player. Tap it.

A list of available Chromecast devices appears. Select the one connected to your TV. Netflix pauses for a moment, then the video and audio switch to your TV. Your phone becomes a remote: you can pause, play, skip forward or backward, adjust subtitles, and change the volume from the Netflix app on your phone.

How to cast Netflix from a computer

On Windows or Mac, open Netflix in your web browser — Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox all work. Start playing a show or movie. The cast icon appears in the bottom right corner of the video player. Click it.

Select your Chromecast device from the list. The video moves to your TV. You can control playback from your computer keyboard: spacebar to pause or play, arrow keys to skip forward or backward. Your computer screen can go dark or show other windows — the video continues on your TV.

What to do if the cast icon doesn't appear

The most common reason the cast icon is missing is that your phone, tablet, or computer is not on the same Wi-Fi network as your Chromecast. Check your device's Wi-Fi settings and make sure it is connected to the same network your Chromecast uses. Restart both your device and your Chromecast if they are on the same network but the icon still does not show.

On older Android phones, the Netflix app may not support casting. Update the Netflix app from the Google Play Store. On iPhone and iPad, casting works with Netflix version 7.0 and later. If you are using an older version, update it from the App Store. If you are casting from a web browser on a computer, make sure you are using a supported browser. Netflix casting works in Chrome, Edge, and Firefox on Windows, and Safari, Chrome, and Firefox on Mac. Internet Explorer does not support casting.

Casting stops or won't start — what to try

If casting starts but stops after a few seconds, your Wi-Fi connection may be dropping. Move your phone or tablet closer to your router, or move your Chromecast closer to the router. Interference from other devices can also cause problems — keep your Chromecast away from microwaves, cordless phones, and other wireless devices.

If the cast button works but nothing appears on your TV, restart your Chromecast by unplugging it for 10 seconds and plugging it back in. Then try casting again. If your TV is connected to a receiver or soundbar, make sure the correct input is selected on your TV.

Using Netflix offline content with Chromecast

Netflix lets you read shows and movies to your phone or tablet to watch without an internet connection. However, you cannot cast downloaded content to Chromecast — downloaded videos only play on the device where you downloaded them. To watch on your TV, you must cast from a live Netflix stream, which requires an active internet connection.

This limitation exists because downloaded content is stored locally on your device and is not meant to be shared across your home network. If you want to watch Netflix on your TV, streaming directly through casting is the only option for downloaded titles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cast Netflix from my smart TV if it has Chromecast built in?

If your TV has Chromecast built in, you do not need a separate Chromecast device. Open the Netflix app directly on your TV and play a show. The video plays on your TV without casting. If your TV has a Chromecast button or remote, you can also cast from your phone to the TV's built-in Chromecast the same way you would with a separate device.

Does casting Netflix use a lot of data?

Casting Netflix uses the same amount of data as streaming on your phone — it depends on the video quality you select. Standard definition uses about 1 GB per hour, HD uses about 3 GB per hour, and 4K uses about 7 GB per hour. You can change the quality in Netflix settings under "App Settings" on your phone or in account settings on a computer.

Can I cast Netflix to multiple TVs at the same time?

No. One Netflix account can stream to one device at a time on the Standard plan, two devices on the Standard with ads plan, and four devices on the Premium plan. If you try to cast to a second TV while already casting to another, the first cast stops.

What if my Chromecast is on a different Wi-Fi network than my phone?

Casting will not work. Your phone and Chromecast must be on the same Wi-Fi network. If you have a 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz network with the same name, make sure both devices are on the same band. Check your router settings or ask your internet provider if you are unsure which network your devices are using.

Can I cast Netflix from a web browser on my phone?

You can open Netflix in a mobile web browser, but casting from the browser is not reliable on phones. Use the Netflix app instead — it has better casting support. On computers, casting from the web browser works well in Chrome, Edge, and Firefox.