Netflix Drops Mobile Casting for Most Devices

In November, Netflix quietly ended its support for casting content from mobile devices to the majority of TVs and streaming devices. This significant change means subscribers can no longer use their smartphones or tablets to play shows on their television screens through casting. The company has updated its support pages to reflect this new policy, advising users to rely on the remote controls provided with their TV or streaming hardware.

This shift appears to be Netflix's strategy to steer users towards its dedicated applications, aiming for a streamlined customer experience. However, this move has generated confusion and frustration among users who preferred the convenience of casting. It's important to note that this feature remains available for some older Chromecast devices, such as the original Chromecast and Chromecast Ultra, which lack native app support.

Furthermore, the ability to cast Netflix content is exclusively available to subscribers on higher-tier plans, excluding those on the ad-supported subscription. This restriction was initially implemented earlier in 2025 across all casting devices and continues to apply to older hardware. Despite the discontinuation for most devices, Netflix has provided troubleshooting guides for older Google Cast devices, indicating continued support for them.