Raise your hand if you don’t like watching movies. Well! I assume nobody have raised their hands in here. That’s because most of us love to watch movies, especially on our smartphones, whether it is Android or iOS. This is because wherever we go, we carry our smartphones with us. Speaking about free movie apps for Android and iPhone, a plenitude of the same are available. However, due to the sheer number of free movie apps available, it has become increasingly arduous to find the best ones.
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20 Best Free Movie Apps for Android and iOS (iPhone/iPad) – Updated List for 2022
In no particular order, here’s our 2022’s updated list of the best free movies that are available for Android and iOS:
#1. Tubi TV (Android; iOS)
Updated with free movies and TV shows every week, you will never run out of entertainment on Tubi TV. There exists a ton of movies and TV shows for all the age groups. The coolest part about Tubi TV is that you do not require availing any kind of subscription to use the application. The content present on the app ranges from anime, comedy, drama, kids, classics, etc. The application supports Xbox, Roku, Chromecast, as well as Smart TVs. Available as a free download on App Store and Google Play Store, Tubi TV is the best way to enjoy movies for free, legally, and in high-quality.
#2. SnagFilms (Android; iOS)
With more than 6000 free movies, documentaries, and shows available, SnagFilms hosts content under various categories like action, comedy, horror, kids, etc. Available as a free download on App Store and Google Play Store, SnagFilms is a completely legal way of watching movies on Android and iOS for free. The coolest part about the application is that it is also compatible with Android TV. Hence, using SnagFilms, you can enjoy limitless entertainment on your television as well. Updated with new content every month and hosting some high-rated documentaries and critically acclaimed independent movies, SnagFilms is one of the must-download movie apps for Android and iPhone.
#3. Sony Crackle (Android; iOS)
Using the Sony Crackle application, you can stream free Hollywood movies, TV Series, and exclusive shows on your Android and iOS smartphones. The content comes directly from the house of Sony Pictures and the same is available to stream on the application, free of cost, forever. Yes! We mean it! You can either choose from the list of iconic movies or binge-watch Sony Crackle Originals. A filter based on genres is available in the application to help you locate your favorite content. So, what are you waiting for? Download Sony Crackle on Android or iOS from the official stores. Set up a free account and start streaming your favorite movies and shows.
#4. Vudu (Android; iOS)
If you desire watching full movies in 1080p, then Vudu is the right choice for you. While the application does contain movies available on rent, it features 1000’s of free movies as well. However, please note that free content comes with ads. You can locate free movies under sections titles as ‘Movies on Us’ or ‘New Movies.’ With Vudu application, you can even download your favorite movies and TV shows to your smart phone’s local storage and watch the same offline without requiring an internet connection for the same. Please note that after you install the application from Google Play Store or App Store; you do require creating a user account on the application. The registration is completely free. The application even supports Chromecast, so you can watch your favorite movies on the big screen of your television as well.
#5. Popcorn Flix (Android; iOS)
Officially available on App Store and Google Play Store, Popcorn Flix application allows you to effortlessly watch free full-length movies. You do not require paying any kind of fees or availing a subscription plan to utilize the services of Popcorn Flix. With more than 700 movies available any time on the application ranging across different genres, there is no dearth of choices on the Popcorn Flix application. Since the application receives updates in the form of new content on a daily basis, you will never get bored of using the services of the app. Before you download the application, please know that Popcorn Flix does contain a considerable number of advertisements.
#6. Hotstar (Android; iOS)
Hotstar is the application that is not unknown to any of us. Using Hotstar you can watch free movies and TV shows on your Android smartphone or iPhone, especially Indian soaps and Bollywood movies. Though the application is available as a free download on App Store and Google Play Store, it does comes with an optional premium or VIP subscription that gives you access to a ton of mainstream Hollywood movies, Hotstar Originals, and even content from HBO. Hence, if you have not watched Game of Thrones yet, you can avail the premium subscription of Hotstar on your Android or iOS smartphone and watch the same right from the beginning.
#7. Rewinder (iOS)
If you are a fan of classic movies, then Rewinder is probably one of the best applications for you. It is available on the App Store as a free download. The application boasts of one of the largest (and growing) libraries of fantastic movies present in the public domain, short-length films, and TV shows. Please note the app does not host any recent films or shows. The primary highlights of the application are classic horror films, retro classroom films, legendary B-movies, golden age television shows, cartoons, and even silent comedies. You can save your list of favorites on the application to prevent the hassle of locating the same again.
#8. Viewster (Android; iOS)
Available as a free download on the App Store and Google Play Store, the Viewster application contains awesome free movies, TV shows, and even Anime content. The app hosts officially licensed content available to stream free of charge. You do not even require signing up on the application. Simply install Viewster on your Android smartphone or iPhone and dive into limitless entertainment. The application receives updates in the form of new movies, TV shows, and anime content on a weekly basis. The application also supports AirPlay and Chromecast. Please note that you won’t find mainstream Hollywood movies or TV shows on the application, but you will definitely find those movies and TV shows that do not get the theatrical release or not shown on the regular cable. Though the entire content available on the app is free, ads are present that play before as well as during the videos to support the creators.
#9. Viki (Android; iOS)
Viki is available as a free download on Google Play Store and App Store. The Viki application hosts a legal and a complete dose of Asian entertainment including dramas, movies, TV shows, fashion, and lifestyle videos from Korea, Japan, China, Taiwan, and other Asian countries. Language is not a barrier on the Viki app as it contains the best subtitles in 200+ languages, provided by the community around the application. Please note that the application does contain advertisements to support the creators. If you do not wish to see the ads, you can subscribe to a Viki Pass and enjoy premium service with HD experience and no ads. There is a Viki Pass Plus as well that gets you everything from Viki plus more from Kocowa. You can even try Viki Pass free for 7 days.
#10. Crunchyroll (Android; iOS)
If you are an anime lover then Crunchyroll application is in no way a stranger to you. You can stream Japan’s most popular anime with Crunchyroll. The service comes with free access to more than 25,000 episodes and more than 15,000 hours of latest anime. Please the application does contain ads. This is to support the creators. If you do not wish to see the ads, you can subscribe to Crunchyroll Premium that allows you to experience the latest anime without any advertisements. You will get to see new episodes of your favorite anime series within one hour of airing in Japan. You also get the ability to watch your favorite anime content on Xbox, Roku, PS4, Apple TV, and any other screen connected to the internet.
#11. Yidio (Android; iOS)
Android smartphone owners can utilize the services of Yidio to catch latest movies and TV shows. The app boasts of more than a million installs and a 4-star rating. The user interface of Yidio is easy to navigate. Movies and TV shows are present under different categories to enable you to quickly locate your favorite content. A search bar is also present to directly look for the desired content. The best part about the application is that it is free to use.
#12. ShowBox (Android)
ShowBox is a third-party application and not-so-legal. However, it is tremendously popular among the movie buffs. Latest movies are available on the application a few days after their release on the big screen. Hence, ShowBox APK is a saviour if you do not have enough time to hit the multiplex each weekend. Chromecast support is present in ShowBox so you can watch your favorite movies and TV shows on the big screen of the television as well. The good part is that you can download content to your local storage and watch the same offline without requiring an internet connection.
#13. Mega Box HD (Android)
Again a third-party application, Mega Box HD is similar to ShowBox in every aspect. Movies are available on the platform a few days after their release in theatres. The initial print is not up-to-the-mark but it does not take much time for a high-definition print to come up. Chromecast support is present in Mega Box HD so you can stream your favorite movies and TV shows on the big screen of your television as well. You can download content to the local storage of your smartphone and watch the same without an internet connection.
#14. OneBox HD (Android)
Another popular third-party streaming app in our list, OneBox HD hosts a ton of HD movies and TV shows. The user interface of OneBox HD is easy to navigate. Filters are present in the application to help you drill down to the required content. OneBox HD supports Chromecast enabling you to watch HD movies on the big screen of your television. It also allows you to free download movies to the local storage and watch the same without an internet connection. This is exceedingly useful for people who have to travel to areas with poor internet connectivity.
#15. CotoMovies (Android; iOS)
CotoMovies achieved immediate fame and recognition after the launch. The inventory of CotoMovies was larger than any other third-party relative application. Apart from mainstream cinema, you can also find a lot of popular B-movies in the CotoMovies application. A single stream has subtitles available from various sources and you can select the best one according to the ratings. Please note there are ads present in CotoMovies but they are non-intrusive. The advertisements do not hamper your streaming experience. The download facility and Chromecast support is present in CotoMovies as well.
#16. MovieBox (iOS)
MovieBox is an alternative to Showbox for iPhone owners. Similar to Showbox, MovieBox hosts a ton of movies and TV shows. Please note it is a third-party application so like any other third-party application you might have to face the issue of revocation on your iPhone. In that case, you require reinstalling the application. MovieBox fetches you latest movies immediately after their release in the theatres enabling you to stream content without having to leave the comfort of your couch. Subtitles along with Chromecast support are present in the application. Similar to other third-party streaming apps, you can download movies to the local storage as well.
#17. BeeTV (Android)
BeeTV is a relatively new third-party streaming application. It has certain partner websites under it. BeeTV crawls over its partner websites and fetches content for you. While a majority of the third-party streaming apps rely on torrents, BeeTV relies over the content present in the partner websites. Therefore, as compared to other third-party streaming apps it is relatively safe to stream content on BeeTV. The application is exceedingly light weight. Subtitles are present during the playback. You can even download movies to your smartphone’s local storage.
#18. MediaBox HD (Android; iOS)
If you are looking for a third-party streaming application that hosts both classic as well as latest movies then MediaBox HD is the right choice for you. The inventory of MediaBox HD contains popular classics as well as latest movies along with your favorite TV shows. You do not require registering on MediaBox HD. There is no need to avail any kind of subscription plan as well. Simply install MediaBox HD on your Android or iOS smartphone and dive into the world of endless entertainment. The facility of subtitles and download is present in MediaBox HD as well.
#19. Cinema APK (Android)
Another lightweight third-party streaming application like BeeTV, Cinema APK is a hot favorite among Android smartphone owners. Being a free application with no hidden or in-app charges, Cinema APK provides a considerable number of facilities like subtitles, Chromecast support, and the ability to download content on the local storage. There is no registration required to utilize Cinema APK. Just install the application and you are good to go.
#20. PlayBox HD (iOS)
Specifically designed for iOS, PlayBox HD features an exceedingly easy installation process. You can watch latest movies and TV shows on PlayBox HD with utmost ease. The design of the user interface of PlayBox HD boasts of an easy navigation on iPhone. You will not face any issues with the user interface of the application even while using the app for the first time. You can check on movie details along with their IMDb ratings in the application itself giving you a much better idea about the audience review and your genre preferences.
Conclusion
These were some of the top free and legal movie apps for Android and iPhone. Do not wait any further. Download the application that suits you best from the official store and start streaming free movies and TV shows on your Android or iPhone. If you have any questions or queries or if you wish to suggest some more applications to our readers, you can reach out to us via the comments section provided below. We will be happy to provide you with the required answers. Till then, enjoy the unlimited dose of entertainment on your Android or iOS smartphone.