In order to reduce your efforts and time in searching your favorite genre and content in Netflix, here is a trick of using Netflix’s secret codes which will directly take you to the page you wanted.
Netflix offers a massive library of movies and TV shows, but navigating it can sometimes feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. While the standard browsing categories are helpful, they don’t always capture the nuances of your specific tastes. That’s where Netflix secret codes come in – they’re like hidden doorways to niche genres and subcategories you might never discover otherwise.
What Exactly Are Netflix Secret Codes?
These aren’t actual “codes” you type into a search bar within the Netflix app. Instead, they’re numerical identifiers assigned to very specific genres. These numbers form part of a URL (web address) that directs you straight to that category. Think of them as shortcuts to hidden sections of the Netflix library.
Here are the secret codes of few major genres.
- Action & Adventure – 1365
- Comedies – 6548
- Dramas – 5763
- Horror – 8711
- Sci-Fi & Fantasy – 1492
- Documentaries – 6839)
- Independent Movies – 7077
- Indian movies – 10463
- British TV Shows – 52117
- Korean Movies – 5685
- Anime – 7424
- Romantic Comedies – 5475
- LGBTQ+ movies – 5977
- Gangster Movies – 31851
- Military Movies – 2125
- Family friendly Christmas films – 1394522
You can find over 250 secret codes of various genres by clicking HERE.
How to Use Netflix Secret Codes
The process is simple and works best on a web browser (computer or mobile):
- Open your web browser and type in the following: https://www.netflix.com/browse/genre/
- Add the Code: Directly after the final slash “/”, add the specific genre code you’re interested in. Eg: https://www.netflix.com/browse/genre/31851 for Gangster movies.
- Press enter, and you’ll be taken to a page displaying all the content Netflix has in that specific category.
Why Use Secret Codes?
Discover Niche Content: Go beyond the broad categories and find precisely what you’re in the mood for. With over 260+ codes for different genres, you can directly head onto what you want to watch based on your mood. This saves you much of the time in browsing and scrolling.
The codes also helps you to uncover movies and shows you might have missed otherwise or the genres you didn’t know that it exists. For example, within the Christmas films genres, Netflix has coded the content separately for ages 5 to 7 (1477201), 8 to 10 (1477204), 11 to 12 (1477206) and so on.
FAQ
Do Netflix codes work on all devices?
A: These codes work best through a web browser (on a computer, tablet, or phone). They generally don’t work directly within the Netflix app on TVs, streaming devices, or game consoles.
Are the Netflix codes the same in every country?
A: No. Content availability varies by region due to licensing agreements. Therefore, some codes might work in one country but not in another.
Are Netflix codes officially supported by Netflix?
A: No, Netflix doesn’t officially promote or support these codes. They are a community-driven discovery method. This means they might change or stop working at some point.
Why doesn’t a code seem to be working?
A: It can be due to several reasons. The code might be outdated or the content within that category might not be available in your region. Or you might be trying to use the code within the Netflix app instead of a web browser.
Have a great time on Netflix …!
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