[Solved] Netflix Not Working on Roku

Netflix not working on Roku has troubled many users. Don’t worry, this post has collected workable fixes that proved by other users to help you solve the issue.

These fixes may not fit everyone, you don’t have to try them all; just work your way down the list until you find the one that works for you.

Fix 1. Restart Roku

Restart is always the first thing to do and it’s often works. But if it doesn’t work for you, move on to the next fix.

1. Turn off your Roku and unplug it from power for at least 10 seconds.
2. Plug your Roku back in.
3. Turn your Roku on.
4. Try Netflix again.

Fix 2. Change your display type settings

This fix is easy to do and it has been proved by many users. Change your display settings would fix this issue like a champ. use Auto detectto haven’t been able to watch Netflix on our Roku Ultra for months.  Changed the display settings to 4K 60Hz, and works like a champ.  Can’t use HDR settings though.

1. In Roku, press the Home button on your Roku remote.
2. Scroll down and select Settings.
3. Select Display type.
4. Try other settings as you like except Auto detect. Users have reported Netflix may not work well with it.
5. If your Roku player detects support for the display type, select OK, go to…
   If your Roku player is unable to correctly detect the capabilities of your TV, you can retry other options.

Fix 3. Remove the channel from Roku

This fix is also reported by users. It works for some users.

1. Press the Home button on your Roku remote.
2. Find and highlight the Netflix channel you want to remove.
3. Pressing the Star button on your remote.
4. In the options menu, choose Remove channel and confirm.
5. Restart your device from Settings > System > System restart.
6. When the player starts up again, go to Streaming channels on the home screen, search for Netflix, and add the channel back.
7. Check the problem is solved or not.

Fix 4: Cheap Netflix alternatives

Netflix is a great choice for streaming, but not the only one. There’re popular streaming service providers that offer cheaper prices, some are free.
Try the Hulu free trial; get Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN+ bundle to watch HBO, SHOWTIME, CINEMAX, and STARZ all in one place; join the Disney Movie Club and pay 4 movies for 1$.

Netflix is not the only choice, these alternatives could save you a lot and fix the issue.

If the issue remains unresolved, I’d recommend you to reach Netflix support for additional support.

Bonus tip: How to unblock Netflix

Using a VPN is an easy method to unblock Netflix. You just download the application and run it on your device. Let the app take care of the following jobs. But you need to find the right VPN for Netflix for it’s getting better at blocking VPNs.

Netflix has a blocklist of IP addresses belong to VPN providers. If your VPN server’s IP address is on Netflix’s list, then it won’t help unblock the content you want to watch. A free VPN is not recommended because they are more easily to get blocked by Netflix.

Here is the list of reliable VPNs with money-back guarantees and coupon codes, you can try a VPN you like at a low price without risks.

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