3 Ways to Download Netflix Movies on Mac to Watch Offline

If you want to watch Netflix movies or new episodes offline on a journey or a flight, you may want to download Netflix videos on your Mac device. However, there is no Netflix software available for MacBook/iMac. You can stream content on its official website, but cannot directly download Netflix movies onto your Mac computer.

Don't worry, this article is here to help you out. Read on to get 3 methods to download Netflix movies on Mac to watch offline.

1. Download Netflix Videos on Mac with MovPilot

Using a specialized Netflix video downloader is the most effective and convenient way to download Netflix movies on Mac. Here, I'd like to present you with MovPilot Netflix Video Downloader, a program made to stand for Netflix for Mac app. Whether you're using a MacBook or an iMac, as long as your computer is running on macOS X 10.11 or later, you can easily download ANY Netflix video with ANY Netflix plan.

This program features an inbuilt Netflix browser that enables you to easily search for videos to download within the software. It also has a robust video downloading engine that can efficiently download Netflix episodes on MacBook/iMac in batches. Most importantly, videos downloaded with MovPilot are all plain MP4/MKV files, with no expiration.

Now, follow the steps below to download Netflix shows on Mac with MovPilot Netflix Video Downloader.

Step 1. Get the Best Netflix Video Downloader for Mac

Download, install, and launch MovPilot Netflix Video Downloader on your MacBook Air/Pro/iMac. Log in to Netflix with your account.

Step 2. Search for Netflix Show or Movie

Search for the name of the movie you want to download. Or you can copy the URL of the show or movie you like from Netflix website and paste it into the search bar.

Step 3. Download Netflix Movies on Mac and Watch Offline

Click the download icon on the right side of the video and start to download Netflix shows to MacBook/iMac. When the download is finished, the movies and shows can be checked in the History module.

Then, you can click on the blue Folder icon to locate the Netflix download content on your Mac's local drive, and then watch them offline unlimited times without restrictions. Better still, you can also move Netflix downloads to other Apple devices via AirDrop, or transfer them to hard drives, to share with your family or friends for viewing together.

Video Guide: How to download Netflix movies on Mac

2. Download Netflix on Mac with Official App

There are indeed some workable methods to use the Netflix App on MacBook/iMac, instead of actually installing it on them.

• If you are using a MacBook Air/Pro/iMac with Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3 chips), try the Netflix iOS App.
• If you use a MacBook Air/Pro/iMac with Intel chips, try the Netflix Windows App.

Netflix iOS App (M1/M2/M3 Chips)

As is known to all, Apple Silicon Mac can run iOS apps. But Netflix officially prohibited this. You may need iMazing to export Netflix App from your iPhone/iPad to Mac. So, you need to prepare an iPhone or iPad running iOS 14.01 or later with the Netflix app already downloaded beforehand. Then follow the steps below.

1. Download and launch iMazing on your MacBook/iMac.
2. Connect your iOS device to your Mac via a USB cable.
3. Click on "Apps" > "Manage Apps" > "Library" on the left menu, and all downloaded apps on your iOS device will be shown.
4. Double-click on the "Netflix" app and select "Export .IPA".
5. Run the "IPA" file to install the iOS Netflix app on Mac, then launch the Netflix app.
6. Log in to your account, you can download Netflix videos on Mac to watch offline.

Windows App (Intel processor)

If you are using a MacBook/iMac equipped with Intel CPU, you can try to install a virtual Windows system on your Mac. Thus, you can use Netflix for Mac (Windows System) to download Netflix videos on MacBook/iMac and watch offline.

Here I'll show you how to download Netflix on Mac via Parallels Desktop virtual machine as an example.

1. Download, install, and launch Parallels Desktop on your Mac.
2. Select "Install Windows" from the "Install Assistant" interface, and then wait for the Windows system to be installed on your MacBook/iMac.
3. Go to the Microsoft Store to get the Netflix app after installing Windows OS on your Mac.
4. Sign in to Netflix and download Netflix movies on Mac to watch offline.

3. Save Netflix Videos on MacBook by Screen Recording

Finally, there's an easy and wildly used way to download Netflix movies on Mac--Rip Netflix movie. With a screen recorder, you can save Netflix videos as MP4 files on Mac and watch offline.

However, screen recording Netflix on Mac can be time-consuming, requiring a stable network, and often encounters issues like black screens. Therefore, you can first turn off hardware acceleration and check the network connection status to ensure a stable screen recording process. Additionally, you'd better perform a test in advance to check if the audio and video of Netflix movies are synchronized before recording.

Step 1. Visit Netflix via Chrome on your MacBook/iMac. Be aware it's Chrome, rather than Safari.

Step 2. Navigate to "Settings", enter the "System" tab, and turn off the "Hardware Acceleration" feature of Chrome.

Step 3. Launch QuickTime Player and press New Screen Recording, then just play a Netflix movie and start to record your Mac screen. Once finished, you can watch Netflix movies offline on your MacBook Air/Pro/iMac.

FAQs about Downloading Netflix Movies on MacBook/iMac

Q1. Why hasn't Netflix launched an app for Mac computers?

Due to various factors such as macOS system constraints, market considerations, and operational strategies, Netflix has yet to release a Mac version of the official app. However, Netflix has already launched its app on iPad, iPhone, and Apple TV, as these devices are more suitable for video viewing, offering better user experience and optimized interfaces./p>

If you're using a Mac computer and wish to watch Netflix content through official channels, you can access the Netflix website via a web browser for online streaming. Alternatively, you can consider using AirPlay from an iPad/iPhone to watch downloaded movies on the iMac's large screen.

Q2. Can I watch Netflix videos on the Apple TV app on Mac computers?

Unfortunately, you cannot watch Netflix videos on the Apple TV app on a Mac computer. Despite integrating many other streaming services, Netflix content is not included in the Apple TV app due to restrictions in the partnership between Netflix and Apple. Therefore, to watch Netflix videos, you still need to log in to the Netflix website via a browser or use the official Netflix application on other platforms.

Conclusion

Now, you've learned 3 workable methods to download Netflix on Mac. The most recommended one must be using MovPilot Netflix Video Downloader. With it, you can download Netflix videos on MacBook or iMac with even an ad-supported plan. And the downloaded Netflix movies are DRM-free and will never expire. Hit the download button below to start with a free trial and download Netflix movies on Mac right now!

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