popcorntime
The premium Open Source alternative to Netflix
🎯 Best for:Users seeking a decentralized streaming experience via BitTorrent.
What is popcorntime?
A multi-platform media player that streams movies and TV shows directly from torrent files. It utilizes sequential downloading to allow immediate playback without waiting for full file completion.
Tech Stack
TypeScriptHomeLab & NAS
Why popcorntime?
- • Instant playback of torrents
- • Built-in subtitle support
- • Cross-platform compatibility
Limitations
- • Legal gray area
- • Dependent on torrent seeds
- • No official mobile app stores
3/5/2026
Last Update
723
Forks
64
Issues
MIT
License
Financial Leak Detected
Stop the "SaaS Tax"
Your team could be burning cash. Switching to popcorntime instantly boosts your runway.
Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Netflix)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
SAVE 100%