There was a time, which now seems a long time ago, when open or subscription TV were the only resources for those interested in films and series. This occurred for two probable reasons: open TV was always free, and pay TV offered excellent value for money, by constantly feeding its schedule with exclusive content, guaranteeing a more affordable price and greater convenience than going to the cinema every every time you want to watch a movie, for example. 

But both options available until then had a limitation that would put them at a disadvantage given the advances that this sector would undergo in a few years: the viewer was limited to the choices predefined by the broadcasters. On the other hand, in the United States, the idea of ​​streaming was growing, over-the-top platforms (media services that distribute content via the internet), through which the viewer would have absolute control, being able to choose from a varied catalog of classic productions. , recent or original.

In this situation, the Series came to Brazil to revolutionize the way people watched films and series in 2011, when it entered not only the Brazilian market but the entire Latin America. Five years later it was the turn of Prime Video, followed by Disney+ It is Star+. Today, according to IBGE, the number of Brazilian streaming consumers is 31.1 million, which puts us as the 2nd largest consumer of this product in the world.  

However, in a scenario where the price of products and services is increasingly increasing, compromising the income of the majority of the population, these platforms were also affected, leading to an evasion of even the most loyal viewers. One example is the pioneer in Brazil: Netflix. Currently, a standard subscription, free from advertisements in the middle of the broadcast, costs around 40 reais, while it is possible to purchase the Prime Video catalog, without any type of advertisement, for R$14.90 per month, benefiting when purchasing at Amazon.

It is still possible to find palliatives, but the tendency is for even the cheapest platforms to follow the price increase. Therefore, it has become convenient to look for platforms that offer films and series for free, and to help you find them more easily, we have put together a list of 5 streaming sites where you have access to a range of content without paying anything.

1. Sesc Digital

We chose this platform for some very simple reasons. Sesc Digital It is a national and little-known platform, but full of pearls of Brazilian cinema. And, in addition to films, you can find albums by singers here, such as Zélia Duncan and João Gilberto. But there are not only national works there. You can also find productions from other countries. And it is important to remember that the catalog is not fixed, undergoing weekly updates, which promises great turnover. So, if you are one of those people who like national cinema, this site is certainly a good choice. 

2. Itaú Cultural Play

Continuing in the line of national platforms, we bring the recommendation of the platform launched by Banco Itaú in 2022: the Itaú Cultural Play. It can be accessed via the website or app, upon registration. Its flagship projects are independent projects, as well as renowned and award-winning classics, such as “The Devil in the Land of the Sun”, by filmmaker Glauber Rocha. And there are also renowned animations, such as “The Boy and the World”, which competed for the Oscar for Best Animated Feature in 2016.

3. NetMovies

This platform has a library made up of around 2,500 productions, distributed across national and foreign productions. 

A NetMovies has been offering its free streaming service since 2020, and one of its operating conditions is the display of advertisements during broadcasts. But this small condition does not affect the benefits, since, after a brief registration, it is possible to enjoy this entire catalog with dubbed and subtitled versions, pleasing whatever your preference. They also provide linked access to three different devices, so you can watch countless classics available from any of your devices (smartphone, smart TV, PC, etc.), or you can even share your account with a friend or family member . 

4. VIX

A VIX is one of the most curious alternatives we brought here. As a Mexican-American platform, its catalog is a mix of classic Mexican soap operas such as “Indomitable Heart”, American cinema classics such as “Ghost Rider”, and content aimed at children. 

As if all this mix wasn't enough, the platform operated by TelevisaUnivison also offers us VIX Esportes, which shows exclusive material from Flamengo, Palmeiras and São Paulo. In other words: in addition to a vast array of films and soap operas, the platform offers us content from the teams that make up the hearts of most Brazilians.

5. Pluto TV

Of course, when we talk about how to watch series and films for free, we cannot forget a site that is growing more and more, the Pluto TV. Here you will find a huge range of series and films, whether they are more recent productions or renowned classics. The platform's special anime offering is also notable. We could say that this is the main product they offer. And completing this huge package, the platform also offers content focused on sports. 

Such an offer, at no cost, may be frightening, but don't worry: this is entirely understandable, as Pluto TV is part of a streaming division of Paramount Global.  

Other alternatives

The truth is that this list could be immense. With the popularization of streaming platforms, and with all the profitability that these means of entertainment can generate, even without charging anything, using only the advertising system, a multitude of websites and applications of this genre have emerged over the last few years. But for practical reasons, we cannot describe each of those we encounter in such detail. However, here is a brief list of other alternatives:

• Disney+ (tasting);

• Apple TV (tasting);

• Youtube Premium (partially free and tasting);

• Amazon Prime Video (tasting);

• Plex TV (free);

• Samsung TV Plus (system similar to pay TV, available free of charge on some Samsung brand smart TVs).

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We, from Planeta Sports, we separated a special and descriptive list so that you could choose the alternative that best fits your taste, avoiding the additional expenses that the increase in the price of the most established streaming services can cause you. So, just choose and watch at your leisure, while you wait for the bills or that subscription promotion to catch up. And rest assured (it's worth saying): all of these platforms are completely legal. No guilty conscience.