JustWatch
When streaming apps pile up, it points you to the right one. Shows where movies, TV and sports are legally available across services, with filters and watchlists.
Site Overview
JustWatch is a widely used global streaming guide that tells you where to watch a movie or show.
It brings the catalogs of streaming platforms such as Netflix, Disney+, and Prime Video together in one place, so you don't have to check each platform one by one.
Core Features
1. One search shows whether each platform has the title
Movies and series are searched together. Results indicate which platforms in your current region offer streaming, rental, or purchase, so where to watch a movie and where to watch a TV series are clear at a glance, saving you from unnecessary detours.
2. Watchlists and lists sync across devices
After logging in, you can add titles you want to watch to your watchlist. Show tracking across multiple platforms is centralized in one place, and you can continue browsing your lists after switching phones.
3. New releases, popular titles, free content, and sports are also searchable
The homepage features this week's popular titles, new releases, and genre rankings. There are also entry points for free movies and series, and you can check which platform carries live sports such as ball games.
4. JustWatch TV is built in, and some content can be watched directly
Beyond guidance, the site also has JustWatch TV: watching shows online is available through a free ad-supported version, and you can also rent titles or subscribe to ad-free libraries. The main focus is still where-to-watch lookup; playback is a bonus.
Pricing Model
Core search and guidance are available for free
JustWatch Pro is a monthly enhanced version, commonly including removal of banner ads, more custom lists, advanced filters, and hiding titles you've watched or disliked; in some regions it is renamed JustWatch Plus and includes benefits such as ad-free in-site libraries.
Public pricing in the US is approximately: $3.99 per month There is also a lifetime tier at approximately $49.99; prices vary by country, subject to the checkout page.
Pricing may change; please refer to the official site: https://www.justwatch.com/
Comparison with Similar Platforms
Unique advantages
- Broad streaming aggregation coverage: catalogs across many countries and platforms are clearly compared, so movie and TV searches are handled in one go.
- Clear legitimate paths: it directs you to official streaming subscriptions or rental/purchase pages, not gray-market sources.
- The free tier is sufficient: everyday title searches and ranking browsing don't require paying first.
Practical highlights
- Entries often include rating information, so you can refer to popularity while choosing titles.
- In the app, Pro can show "coming soon / leaving soon" for subscription libraries, making it easier to keep an eye on availability windows.
Objective shortcomings
- No local market catalog for mainland China: Hong Kong and Taiwan have corresponding sites, but mainland catalogs such as iQIYI and Tencent Video do not match, so reference value is limited.
- Catalog data may lag briefly: platforms add and remove titles quickly, and occasional mismatches occur; the platform page after the redirect should be authoritative.
Comparison with similar sites
| Site | Resource focus | Degree of free content | Standout features |
|---|---|---|---|
| JustWatch | Global streaming availability navigation | Core free | Broad platform coverage, legitimate "where to watch" lookup |
| Reelgood | Streaming availability and lists | Core free | More oriented toward Western users; list and filtering experience is similar |
FAQ
Q: Can JustWatch itself play a full movie? A: Its main job is to tell you which platform to watch on. Some regions have JustWatch TV, where you can watch free with ads or pay to remove ads and rent titles; the library is far smaller than big sites like Netflix.
Q: Can I look up titles without a membership? A: Yes. Core features such as streaming aggregation search, popular rankings, and where to watch are free. Pro is for ad removal and advanced filters; you can use it daily without subscribing.
Q: How is it different from searching on Chinese video sites? A: It searches the Netflix, Disney+, and other catalogs of the country you select, and does not aggregate mainland long-form video sites. It is more relevant when you are overseas or care about international streaming platforms.
Q: Are Pro and Plus two different things? A: In some regions where JustWatch TV has launched, Pro is renamed Plus, and the benefits are roughly connected. The features stated on the local subscription page are authoritative.
Q: Why does it show a title is available, but the platform doesn't have it after I click through? A: Catalogs are verified daily and occasionally lag. Differences in regional accounts and plan versions can also cause discrepancies; the actual search results within the platform are final.
Q: Can I look up sports events too? A: You can check which streaming platform or TV channel carries some leagues and events. Coverage varies by region, and not all events worldwide are included.