Streaming services in Switzerland: which ones are there and what do they offer?
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19.01.2026
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1. Streaming series and films in Switzerland: how does that work?
With video streaming, you can watch films and series online. You can play the videos on demand («Video-on-demand»). This lets you rewind and fast forward as well as pause.
Internet speed for streaming: what do I need?
To enjoy films in HD quality, the speed should be at least 5 Mbit/s. For Ultra HD resolution you need a speed of at least 25 Mbit/s. Here you can test your Internet speed.
Basically, an internet connection from a Swiss internet provider is sufficient. Modern internet contracts usually have the required speed.
2. Which streaming providers are available in Switzerland and how do they differ?
In Switzerland, there are many international streaming services such as Netflix and Disney+. With Blue+ and Play Suisse two Swiss alternatives are also available. Each platform offers a different range of films and series, with some titles available on multiple platforms.
The film and series database Justwatch functions as a streaming search engine. Also on Matchflix you can check which films are available on the different platforms. Most providers also offer in-house productions. These are not available on other platforms.
The following list of streaming services is not exhaustive.
With Amazon Prime Video you will find over 7,000 films and series. The offer ranges from old film classics to modern children’s series. Amazon also produces its own content – such as «The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power» and «The Boys».
Amazon Prime Video has a larger range of videos than in Germany or Austria, for example. There are no offers such as free ad-supported streaming and TV streaming in Switzerland.
Apple TV+ has a relatively small selection with just over 250 films and series. However, Apple focuses on in-house productions. For example, the film «Coda» was the first production from a streaming provider to win the Oscar for Best Picture.
You can also find on Apple TV+ documentaries about prominent personalities. Example: Billie Eilish and Lionel Messi.
Blue+ is an offer from Swisscom. You can choose from different packages There are options for films and series as well as sports. Swisscom does not offer any in-house productions.
Blue+ also has offers that give you access to multiple streaming services give you. For example, with Blue Super Max, you have access to Sky Cinema, Disney+ and Paramount+.
Disney+ offers films and series from various studios of the Walt Disney Company:
Disney with live-action adaptations. This also includes remakes of formerly animated films such as «The Little Mermaid» and «Aladdin».
Walt Disney Animation Studios with animated films and series. Examples are «Moana» and «Frozen».
Pixar with animated films and series. Pixar includes «Inside Out» and «Monsters Inc».
Lucasfilm Ltd. with the «Star Wars» and «Indiana Jones» franchises.
Marvel Studios with almost all films and series.
Searchlight Pictures with live-action films as well as animated films and series. Well-known films from Searchlight Pictures include «Slumdog Millionaire» and «The Menu».
20th Century Studios with a wide selection of films and series.
Some films and series are only available on Disney+. On the platform, there are also channels from
National Geographic with documentaries
Star with films and series for a young and adult target group. Hulu original series are also included.
HBO Max is a streaming service from «Warner Bros. Discovery». On the platform, you can films and series from various production studios see. These include:
HBO original productions such as «Game of Thrones» and «The Sopranos».
Productions by Warner Bros., such as the «Harry Potter» series and «Dune».
Films and series from the DC Universe, for example, «Superman» and «The Batman».
With the optional sports package you can also stream selected sports content.
Netflix is the most used streaming service in Switzerland. Here you will find the largest selection with over 7’600 films and series.
The platform is also known for its high-quality and original own productions. These include «Stranger Things» and «Bridgerton». With its own productions, Netflix was the film studio with the most Oscar nominations in 2024..
Paramount includes
Paramount Pictures with film franchises such as «Mission Impossible» and «Top Gun».
CBS with series and shows such as «Big Brother» and «NCIS».
Nickelodeon with content for children such as «SpongeBob SquarePants» and «Paw Patrol».
Comedy Central with comedic content such as «South Park» and «The Daily Show».
MTV with shows such as «Catfish» and «RuPaul’s Drag Race».
Paramount+ offers content from these studios and TV stations for streaming.
Play Suisse is SRG’s streaming service. Here you will find above all Swiss productions. They are mostly in-house and co-productions by SRF, RTS, RSI and RTR.
Play Suisse also cooperates with festivals in Switzerland.. The provider also has a European Collection. It consists of productions by the public broadcasters of Germany and France.
Sky Show comprises a part of Sky’s streaming service.. In addition to Sky Show, there is also Sky Sport and the Sky Store.
Sky Show shows, among other things, films and series US streaming providers, such as HBO. These include, for example, «Game of Thrones» and «Matrix Resurrection». Sky also has various in-house productions.
There are other streaming services in Switzerland:
Artfilm: At Artfilm you will find a selection Swiss filmsYou can take out a daily, monthly or annual subscription.
Cinefile: Cinefile offers a curated selection of films and series. The content falls into the categories classics, arthouse and entertainment. You can rent individual films. Alternatively, you can take out a subscription that allows you to watch a specified number of films within a certain period of time. The films are always available in the original language with subtitles. In some cases, there are also dubbed German and French versions.
Filmingo: At Filmingo there are exclusively arthouse films available. You can rent them or subscribe to a certain number of films per month. With a few exceptions, the content is available in the original language with subtitles.
Myfilm: Myfilm belongs to the cult cinema in Basel. The streaming service offers a curated selection of films from different genres.. You can only rent films. The platform does not offer subscriptions.
What are arthouse films?
Arthouse films are usually made outside of large studios and focus more on artistic depiction than on commerce.
Broadcaster media libraries
Various broadcasting groups offer their online media libraries – often free of charge. However, for a monthly fee you sometimes get additional benefits. For example, you can watch new episodes of a series a week earlier.
Good to know: The offers of German media libraries are, at most, limited in Switzerland. This is due to licensing rights, some of which are restricted to certain countries.
3. How much does streaming in Switzerland cost?
As a general rule, you pay a monthly flat rate and can use the service as you wish. Some providers also offer a discounted annual subscription.
The service offered by Play Suisse is free. It is financed by Serafe fees .
| Price | Free trial | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Prime Video | 9.99 francs per month | 7 days | – |
| Apple TV+ | 10.90 francs per month | 7 days | By purchasing an Apple device you can use Apple TV+ for free for three months. Alternatively, there is also the Apple One offer. In addition to Apple TV+, there are other offers included. Costs: 23.90 to 40.90 francs. The free trial period lasts one month. |
| Disney+ | Can be cancelled monthly: 9.90–23.40 francs per month. Can be cancelled annually: 169–234 francs per year. | – | There are three subscription options. They differ according to
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| HBO Max | 9.90–23.90 francs per month. 7 francs per month for the sports package. | – | There are three subscription options. They differ according to
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| Netflix | 14.90–29.90 per month | – | There are three subscription options. They differ according to
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| Blue+ | Between 19.90 francs and 49.90 francs per month and package. | – | At Blue+, you can book different packages depending on your interests. With the annual subscription, you pay less per month than with the monthly subscription. For more information, see the article on Blue+ |
| Sky | 12.90–24.90 francs per month | – | Sky differentiates prices according to the scope of the available offering. With the cheapest plan, there is advertising before the start of a video. After six months without any interruption to the subscription, the prices decrease. |
| Paramount+ | Cancellable monthly: 7.90–17.90 francs per month. Cancellable annually: 71–161 francs per year. | 7 days | – |
As at January 2026
With some providers, you can also buy individual films and series. A subscription is not required. The advantage of buying: you can continue to watch the content even after you cancel your subscription.
When you can cancel the subscription depends on the selected model. Monthly subscriptions can usually be cancelled on a monthly basis. Exception: Blue+ has a minimum term of 6 to 12 months. You can cancel annual subscriptions after one year at the earliest.
Each platform offers different payment options. However, all of them allow you to pay by credit card.
| Paypal | Credit card/voucher | Mobile phone/internet bill | Other | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Prime Video | No | No | Yes, Swisscom | – |
| Apple TV+ | No | Yes, Apple credit | Yes, Sunrise and Swisscom | – |
| Disney+ | Yes | No | Yes, Sunrise and Swisscom | Apple App Store, Google Play Store |
| HBO Max | No | No | Yes, Sunrise and Swisscom | Apple App Store, Google Play Store, Samsung TV |
| Netflix | Yes | Yes, Netflix gift card | Yes, Sunrise and Swisscom | – |
| Blue+ | No | No | Yes, Swisscom | – |
| Sky | Yes | No | Yes, Swisscom | Twint |
| Paramount+ | No | No | Yes, Swisscom | iTunes, Google Play, Amazon |
As at January 2026
4. How can I use the service (TV/online)?
Depending on the provider, you have different options for using streaming services.
Streaming on smart TVs
You can usually use the services via apps on smart TVs with internet access. For TV subscriptions offered by telecom providers, the apps are often pre-installed on the TV boxes.
If the desired app is not installed, you can also download it. But: Not all devices support all streaming providers. You can usually find a list of compatible devices with the respective provider.
Streaming without a TV
Streaming is also possible without a TV:
Smartphones and tablets
Game consoles such as PlayStation and Xbox
In the web browser on the website of the streaming service
Both for Windows computers as well as for Mac there are often apps from streaming providers
5. In what languages can I watch series and films?
Films and series are generally offered in the original language There is often also a dubbed version in German. Plus, most providers have subtitles in different languages.
6. Can I download series and films for offline use?
Almost all providers allow you to download series and films. This lets you watch them even without an internet connection. However, some of the downloads are only available for a limited time.
Play Suisse does not offer this option. With Apple TV+, only people with Apple devices can watch offline. Users with other devices always need an internet connection. With HBO Max, you cannot download titles in the cheapest subscription – with the more expensive subscriptions, the number of downloads is limited.
7. Is there any advertising?
Disney+, HBO Max and Sky Show now offer subscriptions with advertising in Switzerland. In return, the subscription costs less. Netflix and Amazon also have advertising models. However, these do not exist in Switzerland.
8. Do I have access to films from all over the world?
No, the range differs depending on the country. For example, less content is available in Switzerland than in the USA. This is because of purchasing and licensing.
With a VPN (virtual private network) allows you to access services from different countries.
A VPN encrypts your internet connection and changes your IP address to a location of your choice. Use of a VPN is generally legal.. Exception: when used to conceal illegal activities.
A good VPN needs a stable and fast connection have. Otherwise, videos may be interrupted while streaming. Good providers therefore charge a fee. Before getting a VPN subscription, find out whether you can stream with the provider.
9. Which is the best streaming service?
Which streaming service is best for you depends on your personal needs and preferences. All streaming providers have a wide range of different genres.. But sometimes one account isn’t enough to cover all the films and series you want.
Not sure which streaming service to subscribe to? If so, you can use the trial period of the platforms. This lets you pick one or more providers without having to pay for all of them straight away. Some services do not offer a trial period.
This article was first published on 16.11.2020
