YouTube adds hundreds of FREE movies and TV shows ‘to rival Netflix’ – how to find them

YouTube is now offering hundreds of free movies and TV shows – here’s what you need to know.

The American video sharing company on Wednesday said in a blog post that it is expanding its library of free content.

“More people are choosing to experience YouTube on the big screen with friends and family,” the company wrote on their blog.

“And now US viewers for the first time will be able to watch full seasons of TV shows on YouTube for free with ads,” they added.

The move by YouTube is likely an attempt to compete with streaming giants like Netflix, who revealed earlier this year that it was dropping hundreds of new original content.

Currently there are 360 movies and 100 shows available to stream for free with ads on YouTube, according to TechRadar.

Hit films from Lionsgate, Paramount Pictures, and Warner Bros can be found on the list.

Some popular titles include Legally Blond, Runaway Bride, and Gone in Sixty Seconds.

If you’re into series, hit shows like Hell’s Kitchen, Scream Queens, Heartland, and Unsolved Mysteries are also available to stream.

YouTube noted in their press release that last year the platform “reached over 135 million people on connected TVs in the U.S.”

That number is a strong indication that YouTube’s free content will be well-recieved by the community at large, according to TechRadar.

How to access the library

YouTube users can access the free content on any device, including iPads, smart TVs, and smartphones.

First you have to go drop down menu on the left side of YouTube’s home page.

Next, scroll down to “Subscriptions” and tap on “Movies and Shows”.

Once there, click on the “Free to watch,” section and the full library should then appear.

If users want an ad-free experience, the option to rent or buy their favorite titles will be still be available.