The Amazon Echo Show is a great device for entertainment, letting you stream music, audiobooks, and movies with your voice. The Netflix app brings thousands of TV shows and movies to your Echo Show—great for binge-watching while you cook or entertaining the kids while you’re using the TV.
Available in screen sizes from 5 to 10 inches, it offers a Netflix viewing experience that’s similar in size to a smartphone or tablet.
Here’s how you can get started watching Netflix on your Amazon Echo Show in just a few minutes.
Echo Show Models That Support Netflix
The Netflix app comes preinstalled on the following Echo Show models and newer:
- Echo Show (2nd generation)
- Echo Show 5 (all generations)
- Echo Show 8 (all generations)
- Echo Show 10 (3rd generation)
Since the app is automatically installed on these devices, there’s nothing to download and you won’t find it among the other third-party Alexa Skills.
How to Watch Netflix on Your Amazon Echo Show Using the Screen
To use the touchscreen to watch Netflix on your Echo Show, follow these steps:
- Swipe left from the right edge of the device’s screen to reveal the shortcuts drawer.
- Next, tap Video.
- Then, choose Netflix from the list of video services.
- Enter the login details for your Netflix account.
How to Watch Netflix on Your Amazon Echo Show Using Your Voice
To use Alexa to watch Netflix on your Echo Show, follow these steps:
- First, say “Alexa, open Netflix.”
- Then, enter the login details for your Netflix account and tap Sign In.
Once you’ve completed these steps, you can choose your viewer profile start watching your favorite shows and movies right on your Echo Show.
Controlling Netflix With Alexa
Once you’ve logged in to your Netflix account, you can use Alexa to start specific shows and movies with your voice.
Simply saying, “Alexa, play BoJack Horseman on Netflix” will launch the Netflix app and start playing your latest episode.
While you’re watching something on Netflix, you can control the video using simple Alexa commands, including the following:
- “Alexa, pause.”
- “Alexa, rewind 30 seconds.”
- “Alexa, turn up the volume.”
Easily Watch Shows and Movies Using Alexa
The Echo Show provides a fast, compact way to watch Netflix while you’re doing other activities or while the TV is occupied. Use this simple guide to set up your Netflix account on the Echo Show and start using it with Alexa.
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