Mubi

Arthouse cinema and quality foreign films are actually quite rare on the main platforms we mentioned earlier. Mubi fills this gap with its excellent selection of films from all corners of the world. Subscribers get a lot in return for their monthly payments, and this is the way to go if you’re looking to expand your knowledge of cinema. The hand-picked selection of titles from experts mean that the days of endless scrolling looking for something to watch could be over.

Apple TV+

It might seem a bit odd to not include Apple’s streaming platform with other heavy-hitters, but the simple fact is that most people still don’t know it exists. There are some great shows on the platform which is now starting to create some mouth-watering content. The Morning Show and Ted Lasso are two recent highlights, and with incredible buying power at its disposal, the platform is signing up some major talent too. If you’re buying a new iPad or iPhone, you can get a 12-month subscription thrown in for free if you’re still on the fence.

Building your home cinema

Now that you’ve got the content sorted, you need to start thinking about how to watch it all. You can spend as much – or as little – as you want when it comes to setting up a film watching environment. Modern smartphones and tablets generally run streaming content with ease, and can even be wirelessly connected to smart TVs if you crave a bigger screen. Most TVs on the market today can do the heavy lifting themselves, so you don’t need anything more than a sturdy internet connection to get streaming. You can’t go wrong with a Samsung TV when it comes to form and function, with high end projectors upping the ante for real cinephiles. If you’re after a budget option, then this nifty gadget turns your humble mobile into a decent projector, while at the other end of the spectrum luxury seating really makes you feel like you’re back in the multiplex.