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Platform Comparison

Apple TV+ vs Netflix: Which Has Better Movies in 2026?

Compare catalog size, exclusive movies, IMDb ratings, shared titles, and top genres — data updated for April 2026.

Netflix has the larger movie sample (355 vs 782 movies). Apple TV+ leads on average IMDb rating (6.6 vs 6.5). Apple TV+ is strongest in Drama and Thriller, while Netflix is strongest in Drama and Action.

355

Apple TV+

vs

782

Netflix

Avg IMDb: 6.6Top genres: Drama, Thriller, Horror
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Avg IMDb: 6.5Top genres: Drama, Action, Comedy

On Both Platforms

Genre Breakdown

GenreApple TV+NetflixLeader
Action74242Netflix
Comedy89238Netflix
Crime59102Netflix
Documentary1150Netflix
Drama141329Netflix
Fantasy33115Netflix
Horror11672Apple TV+
Romance39115Netflix
Thriller122202Netflix

Verdict

Netflix offers a larger library with 782 movies compared to Apple TV+'s 355, though Apple TV+ edges ahead on average IMDb rating (6.6 vs 6.5). Apple TV+ leads in Horror, while Netflix is stronger in Action, Comedy, Crime. Verdict: Choose Apple TV+ for Horror, and Netflix for Action, Comedy.

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