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JustWatch

Tells you which streaming service in your country actually has the film, and whether it is included or a rental.

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How to get the most from it

JustWatch sits in What To Watch under Learn, filed as instant.

  • Just open it. It pays off within seconds, with nothing to read first.
  • It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
  • It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
  • No account needed — you can start without signing up.
  • Go in expecting something useful.

About this category: Recommendation engines, streaming locators and lists with actual taste. Built for the forty minutes usually lost to a menu.

Good for

  • A five-second distraction
  • Getting something practical done
  • A quiet break at your desk
  • Killing time on your phone
  • Trying it with zero commitment

JustWatch: quick answers

Is JustWatch free?

Yes. JustWatch is free to use and needs no account.

Do I need an account to use JustWatch?

No. You can use JustWatch without signing up for anything.

Does JustWatch work on a phone?

Yes. JustWatch works on phones as well as desktop browsers.

Is JustWatch safe for work?

Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.

How long does JustWatch take?

We file it as "Instant": Good within five seconds of loading.

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