How to watch movies and TV shows on Netflix in Hungary (2025 edition)

Wondering how to watch Netflix while visiting Hungary? This 2025 guide covers everything tourists need to stream Netflix in Budapest, including language settings, VPN tips, mobile data, and local access.

Are you visiting Budapest and want to relax with your favorite TV shows on Netflix after a long day of sightseeing? The good news is: Netflix is available in Hungary, and you can easily stream your favorite content — but there are a few practical things you should know first. From language options to VPN tips and mobile data, here’s your up-to-date guide to Netflix-ing like a local in Budapest.

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Is netflix available in Hungary?

Yes! Netflix officially launched in Hungary in 2016, and as of 2025, the platform is widely used across the country. Whether you’re staying in a hotel, Airbnb, or just using public Wi-Fi, you’ll be able to stream Netflix on your usual devices — phones, tablets, laptops, or smart TVs.

However, the content available in Hungary may differ (some movies and TV shows are may not be available, some are extra compared to United States) from what you’re used to at home (especially if you’re from the US, UK, Canada, or Australia). While most global originals are the same, some region-specific titles may be missing or replaced with local alternatives.

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Want your home country’s Netflix library? Use a VPN (carefully)

If you’re hoping to watch content specific to your home country while in Budapest, you may need to use a VPN (Virtual Private Network).

Here’s what you should know:

• Netflix detects and blocks many VPNs, but some premium services still work (as of mid-2025).
• Popular VPNs that often bypass restrictions: ExpressVPN, NordVPN, Surfshark — but this changes often.
• You’ll need to connect to a server in your home country before opening Netflix.
• Not all devices (like smart TVs or Apple TV) support VPNs natively, but laptops and smartphones usually do.

⚠️ Note: Using a VPN to access foreign libraries is a gray area in Netflix’s terms of service — use at your own discretion.

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Language settings: watching in English (or Hungarian)

In Hungary, Netflix content usually defaults to Hungarian audio and subtitles — but English options are easy to access.

• To switch to English:
  • Select the audio & subtitles menu during playback.
  • Choose “English (original)” for audio and “English” or “Off” for subtitles.
• Most Netflix Originals (like Stranger Things, The Witcher, Squid Game) have:
  • English audio
  • Hungarian subtitles and English subtitles
  • Sometimes Hungarian dubbing

💡 Tip: You can also change your overall language preference in your Netflix profile settings to prioritize English menus and recommendations.

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Wi-Fi, mobile data & streaming on the go

Streaming on Netflix in Budapest is generally smooth and accessible, thanks to good infrastructure and affordable mobile plans.

Here’s how to stay connected:

• Wi-Fi is widely available:
  • Most hotels, Airbnbs, cafés, and even public spaces offer free Wi-Fi.
  • Some metro lines and buses have public Wi-Fi access too.
• Tourist SIM Cards:
  • Local carriers like Vodafone Hungary, Yettel, and Telekom offer prepaid SIM cards with generous data (10–20 GB).
  • Prices are tourist-friendly — expect around €10–20 for a 1-month plan.
  • Available at the airport or retail stores throughout the city.
• EU visitors: Roaming works just like at home (if you’re coming from an EU country).

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What movies and shows are on Netflix in Hungary?

Netflix Hungary offers most global content, but some shows and movies may vary. Here’s what to expect:

You’ll find:

• All award-winning Netflix Originals (with multilingual options)
• Popular movies and TV series from Europe, the US, Korea, Japan, etc.
• Local Hungarian movies and TV shows — many with English subtitles

To explore Hungarian cinema:

Search for:

• “Hungarian Movies”
• “Magyar Filmek”
• Look for badges like “Made in Hungary” or “Hungarian Audio Available”

Example Hungarian titles: On Body and Soul, White God, Eternal Winter — gripping local dramas worth discovering.

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Explore the most watched movies and TV shows on Netflix in Hungary

Would you like to know what are the top 10 most popular shows on Netflix right now in Hungary? Catch the latest most-watched movies and popular TV shows on Netflix’s official site.

Netflix and chill… in Budapest

Whether you’re streaming on your way from or to the airport or from a rooftop Airbnb in the city center, watching a movie before bed in your hotel, or downloading episodes for a train ride to Vienna — Netflix works reliably in Hungary. Just make sure:

• Your app is up to date
• You’re logged in on a supported device
• Your internet or mobile plan is active

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Final tips

• No VPN needed if you’re fine with the local catalog
• Use a VPN only if you want content from your home country
• Change audio/subtitle settings manually
• Netflix menus default to Hungarian, but switching to English is easy
• Mobile data plans are cheap and fast – great for streaming on the go

Other major streaming services in Hungary 

In addition to Netflix, Hungary now offers a robust lineup of major streaming platforms. HBO Max has returned across 2025, after previously being rebranded as Max in 2024 — it relaunched under its familiar HBO Max name starting in July 2025, and continues offering its full library. SkyShowtime, which launched in Hungary in early 2023, brings programming from Universal, Paramount, and original series to Hungarian audiences. Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Paramount+ are also officially available — though Prime Video and Paramount+ have some regional licensing limitations versus their U.S. catalogs. 

As for services that are available in the U.S. but not officially in Hungary, Hulu and Peacock remain unavailable or restricted within Hungary. Accessing them would typically require a VPN, but success isn’t guaranteed and such usage may violate service terms.

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