Beyond Netflix: the best streaming services available in Brazil

The streaming are a worldwide trend. Far beyond a phenomenon, these platforms are a thermometer and a good indication of how the entertainment industry has been shaping itself to better meet the needs of multitasking viewers. And what better way to measure a successful venture than to establish a comparison?

The amount of services streaming available jumped to significant numbers in a span of five years and launches such as the giant Disney + are already enough indications that streaming is not a one-star fad.

What remains for the consumer is to be aware of everything that is available on the market. A collection of original series and movies were delivered in ever-increasing waves and the question remains: how to consume all of this? Or rather: how to optimize everything you have at your disposal? There is no satisfactory answer, but one of the alternatives might be to find the streaming that's your face.

That's why we've made a list of the best streaming services available in Brazil. Why not start the new year with one of your goals already resolved in readiness?

Netflix

A Netflix no introductions. The service arrived in Brazil in 2011 and, in a period of eight years, has already conquered its space. Perhaps the platform streaming most popular in Brazilian territory, the Netflix Americana already has Brazilian roots and face in its productions. In the end, Two Popes, one of the production company's bets for the awards season, is directed by a well-known Brazilian director: Fernando Meirelles.

He even signs the direction of the popular City of God, which is also available in the service. Series like 3% e Most beautiful thing are other reminders that national productions have already conquered audiences in Brazil and around the world.

A Netflix is available in Brazil and currently the service has three different types of plans, ranging from R$21,90 (Basic) to R$45,90 (Premium) per month. THE Netflix is available for both computers how much for smartphones Android e iPhone.

Amazon Prime Video

O Amazon Prime Video arrived a short time ago and has already conquered its legion of loyal fans. Maybe it's because of its affordable price, or maybe because of its catalog full of releases. Whatever your key to success, it seems that Prime Video it's not a passing sensation and its string of original releases is reason enough for a partnership.

The signature of Amazon Prime Video is available in two packages: monthly (R$9,90) and annual (R$89,00). Just like the Netflix, there is a 30-day free trial period. Amazon Prime Video is available for both computers how much for smartphones Android e iPhone.

Crackle

Crackle is a good alternative for those desirous of specific content. After all, this is the service streaming da Sony. That is, everything you would like to see from the channel on cable TV in Brazil or from the studio's production, you can check it out on the platform.

The great differential of Crackle is that it is only available if you subscribe to the channel in question in a cable TV package, so prices vary according to each service. Crackle is available for both computers how much for smartphones Android e iPhone.

Telecine Play

This is another platform streaming available to cable TV subscribers. More specifically for those who choose to purchase the packages Telecine. the nicest of Telecine Play is exactly due to the quick access to the channel's content and also to what is no longer on TV. There's no room for worries. It is an extension of a service already present in your daily life.

Just as Crackle, access to Telecine Play is given by the cable TV package, whose values ​​vary according to the service chosen. It is available for both computers how much for smartphones Android e iOS.

HBO Go

HBO Go became very popular in the period when everyone wanted to check out the latest chapters of Game of Thrones.

Whether the last season met or disappointed expectations remains open. What remains is access to one of the streaming most complete information available in Brazilian territory. Not only Game of Thrones, subscribers to HBO Go have access to other successes such as Euphoria, Chernobyl e Big Little Lies.

A HBO Go is available for computers, cell phones Android e iPhone. and packages vary between R$34,90 per month for devices with Android operating system and US$10,99 for iOS. It is also exclusive to package subscribers. HBO/Max and is available to only some television operators in Brazil. 

Google Play

In theory, the Google Play does not yet have a platform streaming fully idealized. That is, no exclusive content or original series. But that doesn't make it any less interesting, after all, it has a complete catalog of movies to buy or rent, all in high definition and digital format. Its big advantage: quick access to releases.

O Google Play is available for both computers how much for smartphones Android and their prices vary according to the title or type of business (purchase or rent).

Apple TV +

One of the newest services to arrive in Brazil, the Apple TV + gave a lot to talk about because of its original series and movies. Names like Jason Momoa, Oprah, Chris Evans, Steven Spielberg among other stars are linked to the platform, promising exclusive content to its subscribers.

O Apple TV + is available in Brazil for only R$9,99 per month.

EI More

O EI More has a loyal audience that will be more than happy to have exclusive and unlimited access to the best content on streaming with eyes for sports. It offers as much on-demand content as it does live streams of football matches. Here, you can watch tournament matches such as Northeast Cup and the Champions League from UEFA.

O The Plus is available for computers and on portable devices with Android ou iOS, that is, you can watch everything from your computer or using a tablet or smartphone. Their packages range from R$14,90 per month (or annual in 12 x R$9,90).

NetMovies

A national alternative to Netflix, NetMovies It doesn't have as vast a catalog as its competitor, but it can certainly pride itself on offering great options. A highlight is the mix of classic films with new releases, serving very well for those who enjoy old films. Risking nostalgia, another nice service that NetMovies offers is home delivery of DVDs and Blu-rays. It's a mixture of comfort and nostalgia that goes very well, thank you.

A NetMovies is available for both desktop with when cell phones Android e iOS. The monthly subscription costs R$ 18,90.

balloon play

balloon play is a platform streaming official Globe. A point in its favor is that, in addition to ensuring that its users can follow their favorite soap operas without worrying about the timetable, the service offers some original series that, due to contract reasons, are not yet available in Brazil. The Handmaid's Tale e The Good Doctor are some of the special series that can be found in the vast catalog of balloon play.

balloon play is available for desktop with e Android e iOS for R$19,90 per month.

Play Plus

Another open channel to invest in streaming is All time lap record and its own platform called Play Plus. It gives you access to all the content of the open channel in simultaneous transmission and more original content, a good option for the loyal consumer. There are soap operas, series, documentaries for all types of audiences.

O Play Plus is available both for playback on Desktops how much for cell phones Android e iOS. The monthly plan costs R$14,90

Crunchyroll

Crunchyuroll is the platform for streaming is for all anime lovers. Otakus, as they are called, will have access to thousands of Japanese animations, full seasons in HD quality, and season releases. Here the idea is to facilitate access to content so dear to the Brazilian public.

O Crunchyroll is available for both desktop with as for cell phones with systems Android e iOS. The monthly fee is paid in dollars, from US$ 4,99

Viki

other service of streaming focusing on Korean soap operas, dramas are the flagship of the Viki, which also features Korean movies, variety shows and awards shows in its catalog. Korean culture enthusiasts can find a wide world of options in the Viki.

O Viki is available for desktop with as well as smartphones with system Android e iOS. O VikiPass has three packages, only two of which are available in Brazil: Basic for US$ 0,83 per month and Standard for US$ 2,92 per month.

Looke

With Looke, you have access to a huge catalog of movies and series, news and classics from the past, which can be watched in three different ways. One of them is the Video Club: With this option, you pay a monthly fee of R$ 16,90 for one screen, R$ 18,90 for three screens or R$ 25,90 for 5 screens and a lease per month. Access to titles is unlimited for films that carry the Video Club seal.

Another cool option is digital rental. In it, you pay per title you will watch. After the first play, you have unlimited access to it for 48 hours. Finally, digital purchase: when you buy a security, you pay an amount for each purchase and have unlimited access to it. Films start at R$14,90.

O Looke is available so much desktop with how much for apps Android e iOS.

MUBI

To those who love independent films and productions that are generally off the radar of the mainstream, without a doubt, MUBI it is the ideal platform. Instead of finding categories like action, adventure, comedy, among others, you'll come across more specific clippings like selections of films directed by women, works separated by festivals and even a section dedicated to a retrospective of Godard's cinema.

In addition, MUBI employees curate a very interesting curation of exclusive releases and licensed productions to indicate a film a day on the platform's home page. 

Currently, after the seven-day free trial, the service subscription costs R$29,90 for the monthly plan or R$214,80 for the annual plan (which would be equivalent to R$17,90 per month). For students, it gets even better: the platform offers a 30-day free trial, after which the price is R$18,90 per month. You can also gift someone with a gift card worth R$89,90 for three months or R$214,90 for a year.

MUBI is available in several countries and it is possible to download the platform through iOS or Android devices. On the website and social networks of the Brazilian version, the streaming team is very interactive and has very interesting information about the cinema, allowing the cinephile community to interact and share opinions about the films in the catalogue. 

SPCINE PLAY

Hector Babenco, Zé do Caixão, Tata Amaral… these are some of the names whose great productions are made available by SPCine Play, the only public streaming platform in Brazil.

Although there are some international films, the focus here is on Brazilian cinema, specifically from São Paulo. So the curatorship brings together films from the main film festivals and exhibitions in São Paulo. More specific, impossible! There are many options in the catalogue, ranging from shows and shows to rarities and famous productions that are part of classic Brazilian cinema. like Carandiru.

The platform has three distinct seals to identify the productions. The films that have the pink mark are the new releases; blue is the original and exclusive content, and finally, yellow indicates the classics.

Most movies are free. In the case of paid titles, you will be redirected to the Looke streaming platform and there you can buy individually. 

Petra Fine Arts à La Carte

Did you know that Petra Belas Artes also has a streaming platform? Did not know?! Now you know.

In partnership with the distributor Pandora Filmes, which is also part of the Belas Artes Group, the Petra Fine Arts à La Carte is composed of a curatorship full of national and international cinema titles, including classic films, award-winning and even miniseries.

The current price to access the streaming catalog is R$9,90 per month or R$108,90 for the annual plan. The service also offers the option to rent individually and gift someone with a subscription.

With access to up to two simultaneous screens, you can watch movies on television, computer and iOS and Android devices. 

darkflix

And we have another Brazilian streaming for the account! Totally dedicated to horror movie fanatics, the darkflix offers a catalog with animations, documentaries, series and films both classic and contemporary horror, fantasy and science fiction. 

The service explores the various sub-genres of horror through specific categories. Among them, we can find productions focused on themes such as “murderers, monsters, paranormal, psychological terror”, among others.

Important notice: as it is a streaming aimed at horror and horror productions, most of the content is aimed at people over 16 and others for 18 years or more. 

Darkflix offers a single subscription plan for R$9,90 monthly and allows the account to have up to five access profiles. If you want to explore the platform before subscribing, you can register for free.

Darkflix is ​​compatible with iOS or Android devices, computers and television. For more details, visit the website provided above.

oldflix

You know that old series or that very rare movie that you try to find from time to time but never find on any streaming platform? So, good news: the likelihood of having this title available on oldflix it's pretty big.

This is yet another case of Brazilians doing good and launching a streaming with thematic catalog. Created in 2016, Oldflix hosts productions that marked epochs and provides a true journey through time. Among the highlights are series like The Enchantress and The Twilight Zone and movies like Singing in the Rain and Dial M to Kill.

The platform, available for computers, smartphones, tablets, Xbox ONE, Playstation 4, Android TV, Fire TV, Fire TV Stick and Chromecast, offers three monthly subscription options, the first being the basic plan for R$14,90 with the right to a screen; the second is the standard plan for R$16,90 with the right to two simultaneous screens; and the third, the Premium plan for R$18,90 with four screens. To check out the platform, just access the link above.

And the options don't stop there! There are game streaming services such as Twitch, NimoTV e Facebook Gaming, in addition to music services such as Spotify e Deezer. But that topic will be for another article.

Do you have any service streaming preferred? Leave it in the comments!