These handy sites can help you find the streaming shows you’re looking for
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Finding the service that has the show you’re dying to watch can be a hassle. And once you’ve binged the entire series, how do you know when new episodes will drop? We’ve gathered a few sites that take the guesswork out of finding what to watch and when to watch it.
Reelgood
If you’re looking to find a specific show or movie and where to watch it, Reelgood has you covered. You can browse, search, and watch shows and movies from more than 150 services, including heavy hitters like Netflix, Hulu, HBO, Disney+ and Prime Video.
Reelgood also has apps for Android and iOS, so you can watch no matter where you are. There’s even a TV app, so you don’t have to leave the couch. Potatoes rejoice!
The platform is straightforward to use. Simply search for a show or movie and get your results. You’ll see where you can watch, rent or buy the title you’re looking for.
Reelgood lets you add TV shows and movies to your list, too. Once you add it to your list and connect your streaming subscriptions, Reelgood will keep track of what you’ve already watched and episodes you still need to catch up on. You’ll also be notified when new episodes are coming.
The best part? The ad-supported site and apps are 100% free to use.
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