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How to Watch Netflix Together Long Distance (2026)

Short Answer

Netflix has no built-in watch party feature. Long-distance couples use Teleparty for live Netflix sync with chat, or Rave for a free option that includes voice and video calling. Neither supports async watching β€” both require you online at the same time. AniDachi also offers live Netflix rooms, alongside Crunchyroll and YouTube, with chat, reactions, and calls. Async catch-up is coming soon.

Start a Watchroom

Install the Chrome extension in about 2 minutes β€” Crunchyroll, YouTube, and Netflix watchrooms.

Start a Watchroom

Teleparty β€” Most Popular Netflix Watch Party Tool

Teleparty (formerly Netflix Party) is the standard tool for long-distance Netflix sessions. Here is how to set it up:

  1. Both people install the Teleparty Chrome extension.
  2. One person opens a Netflix show or movie and clicks the Teleparty icon in the browser toolbar.
  3. Click "Start the party" and copy the room link.
  4. Share the link with your partner via text, WhatsApp, or Discord.
  5. Partner clicks the link, joins the room, and playback syncs automatically.
  6. Text chat appears on the right side of the screen.

Teleparty also supports Disney+, Hulu, Crunchyroll, and Amazon Prime β€” making it versatile if you watch across multiple platforms. Pair it with a Discord or FaceTime call for voice contact during the watch.

Rave β€” Best Free Option with Built-in Video Calling

Rave (formerly Wacup) syncs Netflix with built-in voice and video calling β€” so you can see each other during the watch without a separate Discord call. The app (iOS, Android, and browser) is free for the core features.

  • Free tier available with Netflix sync + voice/video.
  • Works on mobile as well as desktop.
  • No async mode β€” both must be online at the same time.
  • Also supports Crunchyroll, YouTube, and other platforms.

The No-App Method

If you do not want to install anything: video call each other, both open the same Netflix content, pause at the same timestamp, and count down from 3 before pressing play together. This gives you voice contact and approximate sync β€” playback will drift by a few seconds over the course of an episode due to network differences, but it works for casual sessions.

AniDachi and Netflix

AniDachi syncs Netflix, Crunchyroll, and YouTube, with live sync, chat, reactions, and voice/video beside each person’s player. A Plus, Pro, or trial host creates the room and Free friends can join. Personal history needs your own Plus/Pro access and recording permission. Choose a shared live time; async catch-up is coming soon. The full setup is in how to watch Netflix together, and the options side by side are on Netflix watch party.

Learn how async anime watching works across time zones.

  1. Install AniDachi in desktop Chrome and sign in.
  2. Each person opens the same Netflix title with their own Netflix access.
  3. A Plus, Pro, or trial host creates a room and shares its invite. Friends join for free.
  4. Use live sync, chat, reactions and calls beside your own player. Netflix subscription, household and regional access rules still apply.

Related

Published June 23, 2026 Β· Updated October 17, 2026 Β· By AniDachi Β· Editorial policy

Start a Watchroom

Install the Chrome extension in about 2 minutes β€” Crunchyroll, YouTube, and Netflix watchrooms.

Start a Watchroom

Frequently asked questions

How do I watch Netflix together long distance?

Install AniDachi in desktop Chrome and sign in. Each person opens the same Netflix title using their own access. A Plus, Pro, or trial host creates a room and shares its invite; the other person joins for free. Playback stays in sync with chat, reactions, and calls beside the player.

Does Netflix have a built-in watch party feature?

No β€” Netflix removed its native co-watching feature. As of 2026, you need a third-party extension like Teleparty or Rave to sync Netflix playback with someone long distance.

Is Teleparty free for Netflix?

Teleparty has a free tier that supports Netflix with basic sync and chat. A paid tier unlocks additional features. Rave is also free for Netflix with built-in voice calling.

What is the best way to watch Netflix long distance for free?

Rave is the best free option β€” it syncs Netflix with built-in voice and video calling so you can see each other during the watch. Teleparty is also free for basic Netflix sync.

Can I watch Netflix with my long-distance partner without an extension?

Yes β€” video call each other and count down before pressing play simultaneously. Playback will drift by a few seconds over time due to different network conditions, but it works for casual sessions.