How to use 'Download Next Episode'
To automatically download the next episode of a TV series, use Download Next Episode. When you finish watching a downloaded episode, we'll delete it from your device and automatically download the next episode in the series.
The very last episode of a series isn't automatically deleted after you watch it.
Turn Download Next Episode on or off
Android phone or tablet, iPhone, or iPad:
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Open the Netflix app.
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In the lower right, tap My Netflix .
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In the upper right, tap the Menu .
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Tap App Settings .
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Under Downloads, tap Smart Downloads .
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Toggle the switch next to Download Next Episode to turn the setting on or off.
Netflix app for Windows:
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Open the Netflix app.
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Select Menu , then My Downloads.
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At the top of the screen, select Smart Downloads.
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Use the switch under Download Next Episode to turn it on or off.
Download Next Episode:
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It is available on devices that support downloads with the latest version of the Netflix app installed.
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It works when connected to a Wi-Fi network, so your mobile data isn't used.
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It won't take up more storage space other than what your downloads have already used.
If the next episode doesn't download, try these steps:
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Make sure Download Next Episode is turned on.
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Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network.
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Check if the series has more episodes to download.