Netflix has largely phased out Google Cast support from its mobile applications for the majority of TVs and streaming devices, a significant change that began rolling out around November 2025. Users reported the disappearance of the Cast button from their Netflix apps, particularly for newer devices like Chromecast with Google TV. While Netflix updated its support pages to confirm the change, directing users to utilize their device's native app and remote, the company did not initially provide a specific reason for the decision. However, a recent report from CES 2026, citing a streaming service representative, suggests that low user engagement was a primary factor. This source indicated that only approximately 10% of Android users on that service were actively using casting capabilities, leading to speculation that Netflix deemed the feature not worth maintaining. The discontinuation does have exceptions: older Chromecast models (3rd generation or earlier, without remotes) and certain TVs with built-in Google Cast functionality still retain support. Critically, even for these compatible legacy devices, users subscribed to Netflix's ad-supported plans are completely blocked from casting content. This has led to frustration among a segment of the user base, particularly those who relied on casting for convenience, especially when traveling or visiting friends and family. Google has publicly stated that it was not involved in Netflix's decision and remains committed to supporting its Cast technology for other streaming partners. The removal of this feature marks a strategic shift for Netflix, potentially aimed at consolidating playback control within its own native applications and possibly streamlining operations related to content delivery and advertising integration. This move follows a similar decision by Netflix in 2019 to remove Apple AirPlay support.