My TV show or movie stops and takes me back to the title description page.
TV shows or movies that constantly stop, exit, or take you back to the movie description page indicate an issue connecting to Netflix. Follow the troubleshooting steps for your device below to resolve the issue.
Using a web browser, go to fast.com.
Wait for the test to finish.
If your browser shows an error message or the website doesn't load, it means your device isn't connected to the internet. You might need to troubleshoot your home network or your device's connection to the internet.
For this step, leave your device and all of your home network equipment powered off and unplugged as a group for 30 seconds before plugging each device back in one by one.
Turn off your mobile device.
Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
Turn your device back on and try Netflix again.
To get a better signal you can:
Move your router and your device closer to each other. If possible, put them in the same room.
Move your router away from other wireless devices and appliances.
Keep your router in an open space off the floor. Routers get better reception when on a desk or bookshelf.
If you've changed the connection settings on your device, you'll need to change them back to default.
These settings could include:
Custom modem settings.
Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service settings.
Custom DNS settings.
If you need help changing these settings, contact the device manufacturer.
Once you've reset these settings, try Netflix again.
If the steps don't fix the problem, contact your internet service provider (ISP) for help fixing a network connection issue.
Your ISP can:
Check for an internet outage in your area.
Fix common router or modem issues and incorrect network settings.
Restart or reset your network's connection.
While talking with your ISP, let them know:
Whether the issue happens only on one device, or other devices on the same network.
Whether your device connects using Wi-Fi or directly using a cable.
Before you finish talking with your ISP:
Using a web browser, go to fast.com to test your internet speed and connection directly to Netflix.
Try playing Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.
Go to the Apple TV menu, then select Settings.
Select General > Network > Test Network.
Select OK, then follow the steps on the screen to start the network test.
If the test fails or your Apple TV can't connect to the internet, follow Apple's steps to fix a connection issue with your Apple TV.
Unplug your device from power.
Press the power button on the device once and wait 1 minute, or leave it unplugged for 3 minutes instead.
Plug your device back in.
Turn your device on and try Netflix again.
Go to the Netflix home screen, then go left to open the menu.
At the bottom, select Get Help > Sign out > Yes.
Sign back in, then try Netflix again.
If your device is on an error screen:
Select More Details.
Select Sign out or Reset.
Sign back in, then try Netflix again.
If you can't find Get Help or Sign out:
Using your remote, press these buttons in this order: Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Up, Up, Up.
On the menu that appears, select Sign out, Reset, or Deactivate.
Turn off or unplug your streaming media player.
Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
Turn your streaming media player back on and try Netflix again.
To get a better signal you can:
Move your router and your device closer to each other. If possible, put them in the same room.
Move your router away from other wireless devices and appliances.
Keep your router in an open space off the floor. Routers get better reception when on a desk or bookshelf.
If you've changed the connection settings on your device, you'll need to change them back to default.
These settings could include:
Custom modem settings.
Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service settings.
Custom DNS settings.
If you need help changing these settings, contact the device manufacturer.
Once you've reset these settings, try Netflix again.
If the steps don't fix the problem, contact your internet service provider (ISP) for help fixing a network connection issue.
Your ISP can:
Check for an internet outage in your area.
Fix common router or modem issues and incorrect network settings.
Restart or reset your network's connection.
While talking with your ISP, let them know:
Whether the issue happens only on one device, or other devices on the same network.
Whether your device connects using Wi-Fi or directly using a cable.
Before you finish talking with your ISP:
Using a web browser, go to fast.com to test your internet speed and connection directly to Netflix.
Try playing Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.
Unplug your device from power.
Press the power button on the device once and wait 1 minute, or leave it unplugged for 3 minutes instead.
Plug your device back in.
Turn your device on and try Netflix again.
Go to the Netflix home screen, then go left to open the menu.
At the bottom, select Get Help > Sign out > Yes.
Sign back in, then try Netflix again.
If your device is on an error screen:
Select More Details.
Select Sign out or Reset.
Sign back in, then try Netflix again.
If you can't find Get Help or Sign out:
Using your remote, press these buttons in this order: Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Up, Up, Up.
On the menu that appears, select Sign out, Reset, or Deactivate.
Turn off or unplug your Blu-ray player.
Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
Turn your Blu-ray player back on and try Netflix again.
To get a better signal you can:
Move your router and your device closer to each other. If possible, put them in the same room.
Move your router away from other wireless devices and appliances.
Keep your router in an open space off the floor. Routers get better reception when on a desk or bookshelf.
If you've changed the connection settings on your device, you'll need to change them back to default.
These settings could include:
Custom modem settings.
Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service settings.
Custom DNS settings.
If you need help changing these settings, contact the device manufacturer.
Once you've reset these settings, try Netflix again.
If the steps don't fix the problem, contact your internet service provider (ISP) for help fixing a network connection issue.
Your ISP can:
Check for an internet outage in your area.
Fix common router or modem issues and incorrect network settings.
Restart or reset your network's connection.
While talking with your ISP, let them know:
Whether the issue happens only on one device, or other devices on the same network.
Whether your device connects using Wi-Fi or directly using a cable.
Before you finish talking with your ISP:
Using a web browser, go to fast.com to test your internet speed and connection directly to Netflix.
Try playing Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.
Press and hold the side button and one of the volume buttons at the same time until the sliders appear. Drag the top slider to turn your device completely off.
If the sliders don't appear, press and hold the Sleep/Wake button until the red slider appears, then drag the slider.
After 10 seconds, press the Sleep/Wake button.
Once your device powers on, try Netflix again.
Using a web browser, go to fast.com.
Wait for the test to finish.
If your browser shows an error message or the website doesn't load, it means your device isn't connected to the internet. You might need to troubleshoot your home network or your device's connection to the internet.
Tap the Settings icon on the Home screen.
Tap General.
Tap Date & Time.
If the date and time are incorrect, tap either the date or time to adjust them, or simply toggle the Set Automatically field to On.
Uninstalling the app will delete any downloads saved to your device and sign you out of Netflix.
Go to the home screen, then tap and hold the Netflix app.
Tap Remove app > Delete app > Delete.
Open the App Store and search for "Netflix."
Tap on Netflix, then tap the cloud icon to get the app. You may need to enter your Apple ID password. If you forgot it, follow Apple's steps to reset it.
When the app is installed, try Netflix again.
Note:If you can't find the Netflix app after removing it, follow Apple's steps to redownload an app from the App Store.
For this step, leave your device and all of your home network equipment powered off and unplugged as a group for 30 seconds before plugging each device back in one by one.
Turn off your mobile device.
Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
Turn your device back on and try Netflix again.
To get a better signal you can:
Move your router and your device closer to each other. If possible, put them in the same room.
Move your router away from other wireless devices and appliances.
Keep your router in an open space off the floor. Routers get better reception when on a desk or bookshelf.
If you've changed the connection settings on your device, you'll need to change them back to default.
These settings could include:
Custom modem settings.
Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service settings.
Custom DNS settings.
If you need help changing these settings, contact the device manufacturer.
Once you've reset these settings, try Netflix again.
If the steps don't fix the problem, contact your internet service provider (ISP) for help fixing a network connection issue.
Your ISP can:
Check for an internet outage in your area.
Fix common router or modem issues and incorrect network settings.
Restart or reset your network's connection.
While talking with your ISP, let them know:
Whether the issue happens only on one device, or other devices on the same network.
Whether your device connects using Wi-Fi or directly using a cable.
Before you finish talking with your ISP:
Using a web browser, go to fast.com to test your internet speed and connection directly to Netflix.
Try playing Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.
From the PS3 main menu, navigate to Settings.
If you're not already at the main menu, hold the PS3 button in the middle of the controller, select Quit, then select Yes to return to the home screen.
Select Network Settings.
Select Internet Connection, then verify it's set to Enabled. If it’s Disabled, make sure to select Enable.
Select Internet Connection Test.
If you are able to connect to the internet, check your date and time settings.
If you are unable to connect to the internet, you may be having network connection issues.
For Japanese PlayStations, use O instead of X to confirm selections.
Begin from the PS3 home screen.
If you're not already on the home screen, hold the PS3 button in the middle of the controller, select Quit, then select Yes.
Navigate to the TV/Video Services section and highlight Netflix.
Press X.
Immediately after pressing X, press and hold both Start and Select until you see a message asking, Do you want to reset your Netflix settings and re-register?
Select Yes.
Enter your email address and password and try Netflix again.
Uninstall the Netflix app
Go to the PS3 Home Screen by pressing PS button > Quit > Yes.
Go to the TV/Video Services section and highlight Netflix.
Press the Triangle button.
Choose Delete.
Choose Yes.
Reinstall the Netflix app
Go to the PS3 Home Screen by pressing PS button > Quit > Yes.
Go to the TV/Video Services section and choose Netflix.
Choose Yes to download it.
Turn off or unplug your video game console.
Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
Turn your game console back on and try Netflix again.
To get a better signal you can:
Move your router and your device closer to each other. If possible, put them in the same room.
Move your router away from other wireless devices and appliances.
Keep your router in an open space off the floor. Routers get better reception when on a desk or bookshelf.
If you've changed the connection settings on your device, you'll need to change them back to default.
These settings could include:
Custom modem settings.
Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service settings.
Custom DNS settings.
If you need help changing these settings, contact the device manufacturer.
Once you've reset these settings, try Netflix again.
If the steps don't fix the problem, contact your internet service provider (ISP) for help fixing a network connection issue.
Your ISP can:
Check for an internet outage in your area.
Fix common router or modem issues and incorrect network settings.
Restart or reset your network's connection.
While talking with your ISP, let them know:
Whether the issue happens only on one device, or other devices on the same network.
Whether your device connects using Wi-Fi or directly using a cable.
Before you finish talking with your ISP:
Using a web browser, go to fast.com to test your internet speed and connection directly to Netflix.
Try playing Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.
Unplug your device from power.
Press the power button on the device once and wait 1 minute, or leave it unplugged for 3 minutes instead.
Plug your device back in.
Turn your device on and try Netflix again.
Go to the Netflix home screen, then go left to open the menu.
At the bottom, select Get Help > Sign out > Yes.
Sign back in, then try Netflix again.
If your device is on an error screen:
Select More Details.
Select Sign out or Reset.
Sign back in, then try Netflix again.
If you can't find Get Help or Sign out:
Using your remote, press these buttons in this order: Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Up, Up, Up.
On the menu that appears, select Sign out, Reset, or Deactivate.
Turn off your device, then unplug your modem and router from power.
After 30 seconds, plug in your modem and router.
Wait 1 minute, then turn on your device.
Try Netflix again.
Note:Some devices, modems, and routers might take longer to reconnect to the Internet.
To get a better signal you can:
Move your router and your device closer to each other. If possible, put them in the same room.
Move your router away from other wireless devices and appliances.
Keep your router in an open space off the floor. Routers get better reception when on a desk or bookshelf.
If you've changed the connection settings on your device, you'll need to change them back to default.
These settings could include:
Custom modem settings.
Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service settings.
Custom DNS settings.
If you need help changing these settings, contact the device manufacturer.
Once you've reset these settings, try Netflix again.
If the steps don't fix the problem, contact your internet service provider (ISP) for help fixing a network connection issue.
Your ISP can:
Check for an internet outage in your area.
Fix common router or modem issues and incorrect network settings.
Restart or reset your network's connection.
While talking with your ISP, let them know:
Whether the issue happens only on one device, or other devices on the same network.
Whether your device connects using Wi-Fi or directly using a cable.
Before you finish talking with your ISP:
Using a web browser, go to fast.com to test your internet speed and connection directly to Netflix.
Try playing Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.
Unplug your device from power.
Press the power button on the device once and wait 1 minute, or leave it unplugged for 3 minutes instead.
Plug your device back in.
Turn your device on and try Netflix again.
Go to the Netflix home screen, then go left to open the menu.
At the bottom, select Get Help > Sign out > Yes.
Sign back in, then try Netflix again.
If your device is on an error screen:
Select More Details.
Select Sign out or Reset.
Sign back in, then try Netflix again.
If you can't find Get Help or Sign out:
Using your remote, press these buttons in this order: Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Up, Up, Up.
On the menu that appears, select Sign out, Reset, or Deactivate.
Turn off or unplug your smart TV.
Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
Turn your smart TV back on and try Netflix again.
To get a better signal you can:
Move your router and your device closer to each other. If possible, put them in the same room.
Move your router away from other wireless devices and appliances.
Keep your router in an open space off the floor. Routers get better reception when on a desk or bookshelf.
If you've changed the connection settings on your device, you'll need to change them back to default.
These settings could include:
Custom modem settings.
Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service settings.
Custom DNS settings.
If you need help changing these settings, contact the device manufacturer.
Once you've reset these settings, try Netflix again.
If the steps don't fix the problem, contact your internet service provider (ISP) for help fixing a network connection issue.
Your ISP can:
Check for an internet outage in your area.
Fix common router or modem issues and incorrect network settings.
Restart or reset your network's connection.
While talking with your ISP, let them know:
Whether the issue happens only on one device, or other devices on the same network.
Whether your device connects using Wi-Fi or directly using a cable.
Before you finish talking with your ISP:
Using a web browser, go to fast.com to test your internet speed and connection directly to Netflix.
Try playing Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.
From the Xbox 360 main menu, select Settings.
Select System Settings.
Select Network Settings.
Select Wired Network or Wireless Network depending on your connection method.
Select Test Xbox LIVE Connection.
Select Continue.
If your connection test is successful, continue troubleshooting below.
If your connection test fails, see Microsoft’s Xbox support site for more help
Go to the Netflix home screen, then go left to open the menu.
At the bottom, select Get Help > Sign out > Yes.
Sign back in, then try Netflix again.
If your device is on an error screen:
Select More Details.
Select Sign out or Reset.
Sign back in, then try Netflix again.
If you can't find Get Help or Sign out:
Using your remote, press these buttons in this order: Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, Up, Up, Up, Up.
On the menu that appears, select Sign out, Reset, or Deactivate.
Turn off or unplug your video game console.
Unplug your modem (and your wireless router, if it's a separate device) from power for 30 seconds.
Plug in your modem and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on. If your router is separate from your modem, plug it in and wait until no new indicator lights are blinking on.
Turn your game console back on and try Netflix again.
To get a better signal you can:
Move your router and your device closer to each other. If possible, put them in the same room.
Move your router away from other wireless devices and appliances.
Keep your router in an open space off the floor. Routers get better reception when on a desk or bookshelf.
If you've changed the connection settings on your device, you'll need to change them back to default.
These settings could include:
Custom modem settings.
Virtual Private Network (VPN) or proxy service settings.
Custom DNS settings.
If you need help changing these settings, contact the device manufacturer.
Once you've reset these settings, try Netflix again.
If the steps don't fix the problem, contact your internet service provider (ISP) for help fixing a network connection issue.
Your ISP can:
Check for an internet outage in your area.
Fix common router or modem issues and incorrect network settings.
Restart or reset your network's connection.
While talking with your ISP, let them know:
Whether the issue happens only on one device, or other devices on the same network.
Whether your device connects using Wi-Fi or directly using a cable.
Before you finish talking with your ISP:
Using a web browser, go to fast.com to test your internet speed and connection directly to Netflix.
Try playing Netflix again to make sure the problem is fixed.
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