Apps You Can Use To Watch Movies With Friends

Movie night! But your friends are, like, miles away? No problem! We live in the future. And the future is full of apps!

These apps let you watch movies with your friends, even when you're all sprawled on different couches. It's almost as good as sharing popcorn... almost.

The Usual Suspects (The Popular Apps)

Netflix Party (Teleparty)

Let's start with the OG: Teleparty. Okay, technically it’s a Chrome extension, not an app.

It syncs up your Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and HBO Max. Plus, there's a chat window. Perfect for witty commentary!

Unpopular opinion: The chat gets distracting. I end up reading the comments more than watching the movie.

Amazon Prime Video Watch Party

Got Prime? Of course you do. Who doesn't love two-day shipping and a questionable selection of movies?

Amazon has its own built-in watch party feature. Easy peasy lemon squeezy. If you're already in the Amazon ecosystem, this is a no-brainer.

My hot take? Navigating Prime Video's interface is like trying to find a needle in a haystack. Good luck finding something everyone agrees on!

Disney+ GroupWatch

For those who prefer animated classics and Marvel adventures. Disney+ GroupWatch is where it’s at.

It's super simple to use. Share a link, and BAM! Everyone's watching The Lion King. Again.

Controversial thought: Disney+ is secretly just trying to make us all cry together. Mission accomplished, Disney.

The Underdogs (The Apps You Might Not Know)

Scener

Scener works with a bunch of streaming services. Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu, even Twitch! It's pretty versatile.

It even supports video chat! So, you can actually see your friends' reactions. Which can be a blessing or a curse, depending on your friends.

Here’s my spicy take: Seeing my friend’s face while they loudly crunch on chips is NOT enhancing my movie experience.

Plex Watch Together

Plex is for the truly dedicated movie buff. You need your own media server. It's a bit techy, but powerful.

If you have a massive collection of movies and TV shows, this is your jam. Host your own personal watch parties!

Confession time: I tried Plex once. I spent three hours setting it up and then just watched YouTube videos instead.

The Wild Cards (For the Adventurous)

Airtime

Airtime is all about hanging out and watching videos. It's more social than movie-focused, but still fun.

You can watch YouTube videos, TikToks, or even movies together. Think of it as a virtual hangout spot.

Unpopular opinion alert: Sometimes, I just want to watch cat videos in peace. No commentary needed.

TwoSeven

TwoSeven supports a wider range of websites. Including less mainstream streaming services.

It's a good option if you and your friends have diverse tastes. Or if you're trying to watch something obscure.

My bold statement? The more obscure the movie, the more pretentious we all become. "Oh, you haven't seen that indie film from Slovenia?"

The Verdict?

So, which app is the best? It depends! Consider what your friends use and what kind of movies you want to watch. Then, pick an app and settle in!

Just remember to mute your mic when you're chewing. And try not to spoil the ending. Happy watching!

Final thought: Maybe, just maybe, meeting in person is still the best option. But hey, at least we have options! And that's what truly matters.