FAQ

Read the 123Movies FAQ for answers about browsing the catalogue, finding episodes and troubleshooting playback. Player controls and viewing options vary by source.

Finding movies and TV series

How do I find a movie or TV series?

Use the search bar on the homepage to enter a title, then choose a matching result. You can also browse the Movies and TV Series sections. Check the release year when several titles have similar names.

Can I browse movies by genre or release year?

Visit the Genres section to choose a category such as action, comedy or drama. The Movies catalogue also has genre and year filters. Reset the filters if you want to see the wider catalogue again.

Where can I find seasons and episodes?

Open a TV series page and browse its listed seasons. Choose a season to see its episodes, then open the episode you want. Season and episode listings may be incomplete, and a listed episode may not have a working viewing source.

What should I do if I cannot find a title?

Check the spelling and try the original title or a shorter part of the name. Clear any genre or year filters that could hide the result. If the title still does not appear, it may not be in the catalogue. A listing or search result does not guarantee playback availability.

Playback, quality and subtitles

Why does a video keep buffering or fail to play?

Refresh the page, check your internet connection and try again. Close other downloads or streams that may be using bandwidth. If the player offers another source or a lower resolution, try it. A source can be temporarily unavailable or removed, so a playback problem may be outside your device or connection.

What affects streaming quality?

Quality depends on the available source, the player settings, your device and your internet connection. Use the quality menu if the player provides one. A lower resolution can reduce buffering. HD or 4K options are not available for every title or source.

How do I turn on subtitles?

Look for a CC, subtitles or settings control inside the video player. Select a language from the available options. Controls vary between sources, and some videos do not include subtitles. If no language is listed, that source may not offer captions.

How do I watch in full screen?

Start the video and use the full-screen icon in the player controls. On a computer, press Esc to leave full screen. On a phone or tablet, rotate the device if needed. Full-screen support and controls depend on the player and browser.

Can I watch on a phone, tablet or computer?

Open the site in a current browser on your device. Use the search or browse sections to find a title and check the available player. Playback support can vary by source, browser and device; the presence of a title in the catalogue does not guarantee compatibility.

Why does a listed movie or episode have no working player?

Movie information and viewing sources are separate. A title can have a cast, synopsis and release year even when no playable source is available. Sources may change or stop working. Check another listed source, if one is available.

Copyright enquiries

Where can I find copyright reporting information?

Visit the DMCA page for the published copyright reporting information. Include the exact page URL and identify the material concerned when preparing a report.