How to Play Netflix on VLC Media Player [Step-by-Step]

Part 1. Why You Can’t Stream Netflix Directly in VLC Media Player

Similar to MPC Media Player, you cannot directly stream Netflix content on VLC Media Player due to the digital rights management (DRM) protection that Netflix employs. This protection prevents unauthorized access and playback of their videos outside of the official Netflix application. However, you can download Netflix content and convert it to a format that VLC can read, like MP4 or MKV, for offline playback.

The key is using a downloader that can bypass the restrictions Netflix places on downloads. Once downloaded, your Netflix movies and shows can be stored in popular formats compatible with VLC, making it easy to watch Netflix whenever and wherever you want—no streaming required!

Part 2. How to Download Netflix Movies/Shows for VLC Playback

To play Netflix content in VLC, you'll need a specialized tool to download Netflix moveis and TV shows. This is where our state-of-the-art ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader comes in, making it easy to download a wide variety of Netflix content in high-quality formats compatible with VLC Media Player. This downloader allows you to convert Netflix videos to MP4 and MKV losslessly–perfect for offline playback in VLC. Also, this downloader can remove Netflix ads from your with-ad plan.

Why ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader?

• Keep the original quality of the Netflix content [Up to Ultra HD 4K]
• Unlimited Downloads of Netflix Content
• Preserves Dolby Atmos 5.1 Audio and Metadata
• Save multilingual subtitles as SRT or original format files
• Batch download at a super fast speed

Key Features of ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader

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• Download Netflix movies, TV shows and more locally
• Convert Netflix movies and TV shows to MP4 or MKV
• Save multilingual language and subtitles in two types
• Remove ads from Netflix and keep original video quality

A Tutorial on How to Download Netflix Movies/Shows

Step 1 Log in to Your Netflix Account

First, install and open ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader on your computer. Click on "Sign in" and enter your Netflix email and password. After that, you'll have access to the full Netflix library, including movies, TV shows, documentaries, anime, and original productions.

Step 2Configure Download Settings

Click the Menu icon in the upper right corner of the ViWizard interface and select "Preferences". Under the "Download" tab, you can customize the video format to MP4/MKV, set the video quality as well as language and subtitles. When you are done, click "OK" to save your preferences.

Step 3Start to Download Netflix Videos

Use the search bar to find the Netflix show or movie you want by title, keyword, or video code. Then, click on the red "Download" button move forward.

Step 4Locate the Downloaded Netflix Files

Head over to the "History" section, and click the "Folder" icon next to the title. In this way, you can access the downloaded Netflix videos locally in the output folder.

Part 3. How to Play Netflix Videos in VLC on Computers

Now that you have your Netflix video downloaded in a VLC-compatible format, it's time to enjoy it in VLC Media Player. VLC is an incredibly user-friendly platform, and you'll have your video up and running in just a few clicks.

Step-by-Step Guide to Playing Netflix Downloads on VLC

Step 1 Make sure VLC Media Player is installed on your device. You can download it for free if you haven't already.

There are several ways to open your Netflix video file in VLC:

Step 2 Drag and drop the file into the VLC window.

Step 3 Right-click on the video file, select "Open With," and choose VLC Media Player.

Step 4 Or, open VLC, click on "Media" in the top menu, select "Open File," and navigate to the Netflix video.

Step 5 Press play, sit back, and enjoy your Netflix movie or show with all the customizable features VLC offers!

Step 6 Enter your Netflix email and password by the on-screen keyboard, and tap "Next" to enter the Netflix library.

Part 4. How to Play Netflix Videos in VLC on Smartphones and Tablets

Of course, if you want to play downloaded Netflix titles on your smartphones or tablets, you just need two steps. You can watch any Netflix TV shows, movies, or anime offline on your phone whenever and wherever possible.

Step 1: Transfer Netflix Videos to Your Device

Before you play the Netflix downloads on your smartphones or tablets, you need to transfer those Netflix video files to your mobile devices first.

On an Android Phone or Tablet:

Step 1 At first, connect your device to your computer with a USB.

Step 2 Then, unlock it, tap the USB notification to select File Transfer, then use File Explorer to drag and drop videos from your computer into a folder like Movies, or copy and paste the downloaded Netflix videos to your phone.

Step 3 Launch VLC on your device to find the downloaded videos.

On iPhone or iPad:

Step 1 Using a USB cable with the Apple Devices app (or iTunes on older Windows) for direct syncing to uploading from the PC, and downloading on the iPhone.

Step 2 If you are an iTunes user, launch iTunes and find ‘File sharing’. Then, find ‘VLC’ and drag & drop the videos to sync to your iOS device.

Step 3 After the sync process, you have transferred Netflix videos to your iOS device.

Step 2: Play Netflix Videos on VLC

After transferring the Netflix video files to your mobile devices, you can play them on VLC media player as you want. Also, this way allows you to watch your favorite Netflix titles without Wi-Fi and mobile data. Just walk through the steps below:

Step 1 Open VLC on your phones or tablets.

Step 2 Just tap 'Add a movie', then browse the videos you just transferred to watch.

Step 3 Tap one to select it, then choose your conversion settings.

Step 4 Now, you can switch to the Advanced tab and independently change the video width, video bit rate, and audio bit rate from a series of choices according to your needs. Go back and tap Watch! Now you can enjoy Netflix on your mobile devices!-- the save option only works with the paid version of the app.

Part 5. Top Tips and Tricks for Playing Netflix Videos in VLC

Tip 1: How to Enhance Video Quality, Substitles & Audio

There are some tips can help you watch Netflix on VLC more enjoyable. You can adjust the video quality, subtitles, or audio according to your preference.

Customize Play Settings

Go to Tools and then click Effects and Filters. Here, you can adjust brightness, contrast, sharpness, add watermarks, and use the equalizer for audio.

Improve Video Quality

For heavy files, try changing Video Output to OpenGL. This is helpful to improve video quality. Navigate to Tools > Preferences > Show All > Video > Output Modules, enabling hardware acceleration, and adjusting FFmpeg threads.

Audio Adjustment

The downloaded videos support Dolby Atmos 5.1 surround sound for an immersive viewing experience in VLC Media Player. You can go to the VLC interface and select Audio > Audio Track to configure your preferred audio setting.

Embedded subtitles adjustment

VLC will typically display them without requiring any additional steps from you. But you can close it in the "Subtitle" menu in the upper bar, and click on Sub Track > Disable.

Tip 2: How to Use AI-powered subtitles or translation

If you want to get subtitles translated or generate subtitles for Netflix downloaded videos without subtitles, the AI-powered tool can help you get subtitles on VLC. To get or translate Netflix subtitles, just generate subtitles externally, then use them in VLC. Please follow the steps below:

Step 1 Generate or translate subtitles with a local tool (e.g., OpenAI’s Whisper-based apps). After generation, name the .srt like the video (e.g., tv shows .srt) and place it next to the file.

Step 2 Open VLC and then find Subtitle. Here, you can see the Add Subtitle File icon. Just select your .srt and confirm it.

Conclusion

Watching Netflix on VLC Media Player offers a flexible, offline solution that lets you enjoy high-quality Netflix content without needing an internet connection. With the help of ViWizard Netflix Video Downloader, you can save movies and shows in MP4 or MKV formats compatible with VLC, complete with Full HD or Ultra HD quality and Dolby Atmos sound. By following these steps, you can easily watch your favorite Netflix content on VLC, making movie nights more versatile and accessible anytime, anywhere.