neilpeart_gal Posted January 25, 2005 Share Posted January 25, 2005 I just started my trial membership. I think I'm going to enjoy it. Wondered if anyone there uses their 'friends' list to help them pick movies. I only know one person right now who is using it so I have no friends. Anyway just curious if this is worth keeping past the trial period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeilPeartFan2112 Posted January 25, 2005 Share Posted January 25, 2005 I do not use it, but my friends do and they say it's worth every penny. They have watched so many more movies than they used to. I have a feeling that your prediction is correct. Enjoy the movies! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sodoff Baldrick Posted January 26, 2005 Share Posted January 26, 2005 My mother uses it and prefers it to Blockbuster. I don't have the patience to watch movies on TV myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital Man Posted January 26, 2005 Share Posted January 26, 2005 I used to have it & it was great. I cancelled becuase I wasn't watching enough movies to cover the cost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilpeart_gal Posted January 27, 2005 Author Share Posted January 27, 2005 Yeah, that's the only thing I'm wondering about. But I've been wanting to catch up on movies so I think I can handle it. Good thing is there's no cancellation fee if I decide to drop it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeilPeartFan2112 Posted January 28, 2005 Share Posted January 28, 2005 QUOTE (neilpeart_gal @ Jan 27 2005, 08:04 AM) Yeah, that's the only thing I'm wondering about. But I've been wanting to catch up on movies so I think I can handle it. Good thing is there's no cancellation fee if I decide to drop it. Very true. Give it a shot, let us know what you think! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilpeart_gal Posted January 28, 2005 Author Share Posted January 28, 2005 Watched my first Netflix film last night, "Pirates of the Carribean" (yes I'm the last person on earth who had not seen it). The DVD skipped in a few places so I think I missed some plot points. That kind of sucks. If they all do that, I will probably cancel. Otherwise I'm willing to let it slide on one every so often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riv Posted August 11, 2007 Share Posted August 11, 2007 People - Netflix is AWESOME! If you haven't tried it yet I highly suggest doing so. It's extremely convenient. I will never go to the video store again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2112-Rob-2112 Posted August 11, 2007 Share Posted August 11, 2007 yea i used to have netflix along time ago...it is amazing...i would consider getting it again..i canceled after i moved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nobodys hero Posted August 12, 2007 Share Posted August 12, 2007 I joined because I wanted to watch the Trailer Park Boys. Got thru all the shows now I'm waiting for the movie to be delivered Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tortoise and Hare Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 We use our Netflix constantly - - on the "five at a time plan"! The nifty thing about Netflix, rather than the local stores, aside from convenience, is that soooooo many more options are available. We've seen foreign and older films that no one stocks locally. We rented political documentaries, as well as other non-fiction dvd's. We've also rented rock shows of bands we'd like to see before we commit to purchasing a CD (saved some money there!). There is never any pressure to view the dvd's on any certain night. Given family issues, we never know when an "emergency" will change our plans. Also, we don't feel as guilty about renting a movie, and giving up on it if the quality is poor. We replace it quickly and don't feel like we've wasted as much as the old $4 charge (plus fees!). Bottom line: With Netflix we always have a couple of movies waiting for us at home, we've seen hundreds of movies in every genre and we've saved a huge chunk of change!!! Make sure that you "rate" the movies that you've watched. The website will make recommendations based upon your preferences - - it's pretty interesting what pops up! Enjoy!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tick Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 (edited) QUOTE (Tortoise and Hare @ Aug 18 2007, 03:17 PM) We use our Netflix constantly - - on the "five at a time plan"! The nifty thing about Netflix, rather than the local stores, aside from convenience, is that soooooo many more options are available. We've seen foreign and older films that no one stocks locally. We rented political documentaries, as well as other non-fiction dvd's. We've also rented rock shows of bands we'd like to see before we commit to purchasing a CD (saved some money there!). There is never any pressure to view the dvd's on any certain night. Given family issues, we never know when an "emergency" will change our plans. Also, we don't feel as guilty about renting a movie, and giving up on it if the quality is poor. We replace it quickly and don't feel like we've wasted as much as the old $4 charge (plus fees!). Bottom line: With Netflix we always have a couple of movies waiting for us at home, we've seen hundreds of movies in every genre and we've saved a huge chunk of change!!! Make sure that you "rate" the movies that you've watched. The website will make recommendations based upon your preferences - - it's pretty interesting what pops up! Enjoy!!! You could have just said yes. Seriously, i use Netflix, infact i have a movie at home im planning to watch this evening. "The history of 13th century cheese." just kidding, im watching Frankenstien, adapted from the Dean Koontz novel. Edited August 18, 2007 by tick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Owl Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Sorry for the (very old) bump... But I finally signed up for this.... I have the first month free, and I have a few movies and concerts in my queue, and since I have a ps3, I am enjoying the hell out of streaming Just got done watching Cheech and Chong's next movie, and the first episode of SNL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briremo Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Yeah I was going to say nobody really mentioned the streaming and it is very convenient. You can do it on the Xbox, Wii, PS3 and new AppleTV! Some new Bluray players allow you to stream and some TV's even have a wifi connection to allow this also! Only downside to Netflix is the catalog is too thin IMHO. I'd like to see more stuff in there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lost In Xanadu Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 We've had it for about a year now, the one out plan. We watch a movie every week, so for $2.50 a move I think it's a decent deal. Yeah, the streaming catalog is pretty thin, but It's nice to catch up on some old TV shows Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Barchetta Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I LOOOOVEEEE Netflix. I don't even watch TV anymore due to the instant streaming function on my Xbox. I have watched entire series all the way through at least twice due to Netflix. It's how I got into The Office, Parks And Recreation and Dexter. It also helped me find old cartoons from my childhood; gave me a good whiff of nostalgia. So yeah, Netflix is worth every penny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
softfilter Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 QUOTE (Lost In Xanadu @ Feb 14 2011, 11:22 AM) Yeah, the streaming catalog is pretty thin, but It's nice to catch up on some old TV shows It sure is thin & outdated for the most part, and dvd "new" releases tend to lag behind other sources to get them, like pay per view. However do enjoy digging deep in there archives find stuff haven't seen in years. btw just read a article netflix stated that there direct streaming is now outselling the dvd rental service. They recently raised rates hope that goes along with getting new releases sooner... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lost In Xanadu Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 Netflix recently decided it would be a good idea to strike a deal with Warner Brothers that involved delaying all new Warner Brothers releases by 28 days. Film industry executives somehow believe this strategy is going to help them sell more DVDs, though as we've been discussing, the deal as designed seems just as likely to confuse the hell out of consumers as it tries (and fails) to prop up less innovative companies. Why would Netflix agree to such a deal? It was the only way they could get Hollywood to loosen their vice-like licensing grip on the number of titles they allow Netflix to stream via broadband. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rushman14 Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I'm just bummed i sold my stock a couple of years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Whompus Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I use it... IT"S AMAZING!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
invisible airwave Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 I've got season 1 of White Collar at the top of my queue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thizzellewashington Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 My dream is for Netflix to stream HBO content. Imagine being able to watch The Wire or the Sopranos on instant-watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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