Overview
- Netflix has posted brand-specific minimum model years for compatibility: LG 2017 or newer, Panasonic 2019 or newer, Samsung 2019 or newer, Sony 2018 or newer, and TCL 2014 or newer.
- Sets manufactured in 2015 or earlier are among those most likely to lose access to the Netflix app after the update.
- The company says the phase-out will not happen all at once but will roll out in stages during 2026.
- Subscribers are advised to check whether the Netflix app is pre-installed on their television or whether an external accessory is required.
- Netflix lists compatible alternatives such as streaming sticks, set-top players, and game consoles that can enable viewing on older TVs.