Instagram And Netflix Come Together With New Cool Feature


We’re back doing it for the ‘Gram’ as Instagram’s latest update finally introduces a feature that we can enjoy. Instead of alerting people to when we’ve screenshotted their DMs, Instagram’s new rollout is working hand-in-hand with Netflix.

Considering the Red N is one of the biggest things out there right now and Instagram continues to dwarf the likes of Snapchat, it makes sense that the two giants joined forces at some point.

You can now share your favourite shows and movies from Netflix through the magic of Instagram. In case your best friend hasn’t already hammered home the fact you should be watching Bird BoxThe Haunting of Hill House, or FYRE: The Greatest Party That Never Happened, the streaming giant and Instagram are really giving them a chance to ram it down your throat.

The feature is only available on iOS but works pretty simply. Users open the Netflix app and search for the show or movie of their choice. Selecting the title, they can then share it to Instagram in their story. Voila, instant marketing for free!

While the story will be populated by Netflix’s artwork, Instagram users can add their own comments or stickers to it. Also, clicking the story will automatically open the Netflix app and direct followers to the title.

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Variety

It’s a pretty clever way to integrate the two worlds, but in reality, you’ve probably exhausted your own Netflix catalgoue by now. If you haven’t heard about that latest must-watch show, chances are it isn’t that great.

Netflix explained the logic behind the move (via Variety) and what it means for our social media future:

“We’re always on the lookout for ways to make it easier for members to share the Netflix titles they’re obsessing about and help them discover something new to watch. We hope our members enjoy this new feature!”

Bird Box Netflix 2018 Monsters
Netflix

Annoyingly, Netflix doesn’t allow you to share actual footage from a show or movie, meaning you’ll have to go back to the old fashioned way of filming from your TV or laptop to show that meme-worthy moment Sandra Bullock tells the kids “I’ll choose” from Bird Box.

Instagram stories being hijacked by third-party developers is nothing new. The feature first appeared last year as companies like Spotify and SoundCloud cashed in on Instagram’s viral compatibility. It’s hardly going to revolutionise the way we use Instagram, and to be honest, I’d just like music back on my story so I can lip sync to my favourite songs.

[Featured Image: Instagram/Netflix]