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INTRODUCTION
In this guide, you’ll find a curated list of the best FireStick apps, covering everything from live TV and on-demand movies to sports and music streaming. We’ve also added a few handy utility apps to enhance your streaming experience. These apps work smoothly on all Fire OS devices, including the latest FireStick 4K (2nd Gen), FireStick 4K Max (2nd Gen), Fire TV Cube, and any FireOS-powered TVs. Let’s dive in!
FireStick turns your TV into a full-fledged entertainment hub, giving you access to movies, series, documentaries, short videos, sports, and more. You can even play video games with a remote or game controller!
There are two types of apps you can install on FireStick: official apps (from the Amazon Store) and unofficial ones (from third-party developers).
With thousands of apps available, it can be overwhelming to pick the ones that best suit your entertainment needs. That’s why we’ve tested hundreds of options and put together this list of the very best FireStick apps to get you started.
This list includes popular official apps like Amazon Prime, Netflix, and Hulu, as well as some top-notch unofficial apps from external sources. To make setup easier, we’ve also provided links to detailed installation guides for most of the apps featured.
Best FireStick Apps 2024
There are hundreds of FireStick apps on this list. For easy browsing, I have put the apps into the following categories:
- Movies & Shows
- Sports/Live TV
- News
- Music
- Utility
Best Fire Stick App for Safety
1.Cinema APK (Free)
Cinema APK is one of the most popular apps for FireStick. This app features hundreds of videos, including movies, TV shows, short films, documentaries, stand-up comedy, and more.
Cinema APK does not host any content. It is an aggregator that fetches streaming links from multiple servers in various locations. You can also pair it with Real Debrid to get higher-quality streams.
The app is designed for TV devices like FireStick and is fully compatible with the remote
2. BeeTV (Free)
If you are looking for an app with a vast collection of movies and TV shows, you may want to try BeeTV. Like many other on-demand services, BeeTV does not host any content. Instead, it acts as an aggregator and pulls the streaming links from various sources on the Internet.
3.VLC Media Player (Free)
VLC Media Player is a Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, and FireStick OS utility app. It is a top-rated app and has been around for a long time. VLC is one of the most reliable video (and audio) players.
With VLC, you can watch videos in almost every file format imaginable. VLC is so versatile that it also has streaming capabilities.
You can stream video and audio content online or on a local network.
The app also features Real-Debrid sign-in, which helps fetch higher-quality links. The media library is regularly updated, so you will always find something new to watch.
4. CyberFlix TV (Free)
CyberFlix TV is another long-standing app for movies and TV shows. It offers various titles, from originals and classics to popular ones.
This scraper-based app fetches free streams from several sources. However, by signing in with your Real-Debrid account, you can access premium, full-HD streams.
You can sort the content by genre and year and mark videos as favorites for quick access. The app also lets you apply automatic subtitles if you prefer watching foreign content with subtitles.
However, like most scraper-based apps, you might encounter links that don’t work. However, overall, CyberFlix TV is a good free movie streaming app.
5. Kodi (Free)
Kodi is a free and open-source media player. You can sideload it on your Amazon FireStick and Fire TV. Kodi offers various entertainment choices, such as movies, shows, documentaries, live TV, sports, content for kids and families, stand-up comedy, short films, and more. Many videos are available in up to 4K resolution.
The media player does not host content. Instead, it lets you install Kodi addons and builds to access content from the Internet.
If you are new to Kodi, our guide for beginners will help you get started. Due to heavy online surveillance worldwide, I advise using a VPN with Kodi.
6. Nova TV (Free)
Nova TV is an easily personalizable app with thousands of movies, series, and TV shows. The app’s library is also regularly updated, so you can always access the latest offerings in TV and film.
It is an organized app that sorts content by category and sub-category. Its user-friendly interface makes navigating its extensive library easier.
Nova TV pulls free streaming links in up to 1080p resolution. However, you can integrate it with your Debrid account for premium and better-quality links.
7. FilmPlus (Free)
FilmPlus is a popular FireStick app with an extensive video content library.
It scrapes its content by automatically crawling the host websites and collecting free streaming links. The free links usually offer streaming in only up to 1080p. However, Real Debrid offers higher resolution and more reliable links.
The app has a simple, well-designed, and intuitive interface. Since it is a free application, subscription or registration is not required.
You can also link a Trakt account to track what you watch automatically.
8. Ocean Streamz (Free)
One of the most popular FireStick apps is an all-in-one app that offers a variety of streaming content, including live TV, movies, TV shows, and anime.
Ocean Streamz is one such app. Its massive content library features movies, documentaries, TV shows, animation, sports and live TV.
The platform doesn’t host content but provides streaming links from various streaming services.
Although Ocean Streamz is a great place to find your favorite shows and movies, it is unavailable in the Amazon App Store. Therefore, you’ll have to sideload the application via Downloader.
9.CucoTV (Free
Cuco TV is a rebranded version of the ZineTevi app. CucoTV is a free app that streams movies and TV shows in HD.
The app also allows downloads to save content for offline viewing (not recommended on FireStick due to low storage capacity).
Video streaming takes some time to load on CucoTV. The wait time to view your video could be about 30 seconds.
You may experience some buffering, and there are also some navigation issues with the app
10. MegaBox HD (Free)
MegaBox HD features on-demand movies, TV series, and documentaries.
This lightweight app offers SD and HD links but lacks many features, including Debrid and Trakt support. However, it’s pretty decent if you’re looking to watch content in the public domain.
The links do not always work for all the titles or episodes. If you have one of the other apps on this list, you may skip it.
11. BBC iPlayer (Free)
BBC iPlayer is one of the most popular streaming services in the United Kingdom.
This service lets you stream almost all the BBC content, including movies, shows, documentaries, news, etc.
BBC is an incredibly popular TV network with an exciting lineup of high-quality content. This TV network delivers content outside the UK through several streaming and broadcasting partners.
BBC iPlayer is a one-stop shop for all things BBC. Sadly, iPlayer is restricted to the UK. However, I have covered the trick of unblocking and watching the BBC in any country, including the USA.
12. Syncler (Free)
Syncler is a video-on-demand app many people use because of its massive collection of movies, TV shows, documentaries, PPV replays, web series, and anime.
It also has a well-designed user interface that gives off Netflix vibes when you stream. Its features include subtitles, autoplay, and advanced link-filtering options.
However, it is not a regular video-on-demand provider, so it does not offer streaming links. Integrating a debrid link provider (such as Real Debrid) to scrape premium links to use the app.
You can also integrate your Trakt account to import your watch history and lists.
13. Stremio (Free + Paid)
Stremio offers an uncomplicated way to stream your favorite movies, shows, and more. Stremio is an online media service like Kodi and is also supported on many devices. However, there are some apparent differences.
It has a more straightforward and user-friendly interface, allowing you to start almost instantly. It installs its addons online and does not store data on your device. This means that when you install an addon on one device, you can access it from all your Stremio devices.
It also means that the storage space on low-storage devices doesn’t get crammed, no matter how many addons you install.
Stremio supports both official and community (unofficial, third-party) addons. You can install any addon with a single click.
14. Plex (Free + Paid)
Plex is one of the most popular media management systems. This service converts your computer into a media hub by transforming it into a Plex server.
Client apps are available for various devices, including Amazon FireStick, Fire TV, and FireStick Lite. They allow you to access local and online media. However, the app is a convenient media tool for FireStick and has some storage limitations.
Movies and shows can be downloaded on a computer and played wirelessly on FireStick. You don’t have to be on the same Wi-Fi network.
In addition to the local media on your computer, you can download server plugins (called Plex Channels) and access unlimited online media on FireStick, Fire TV, and other client apps. Plex is mostly free, so I recommend it as one of the best apps for FireStick.
15. Netflix (Paid)
Netflix is one of the most widely used TV and movie platforms. Therefore, we have added it to our list of the best FireStick apps.
You can use the same account on multiple devices once you subscribe to Netflix.
Sadly, Netflix no longer offers a free trial. You need to sign up for a subscription to access the content. With a Netflix VPN, you can stream Netflix versions from other countries without legal issues.
16. Max (formerly HBO Max) (Paid)
Max is one of the fastest-growing premium streaming services, thanks to its high-quality movies, TV shows, and specials. It was formerly known as HBO Max.
The vast library includes HBO originals, blockbuster movies, and action-packed TV shows from third-party distributors.
It features the ever-popular sitcoms The Big Bang Theory and Friends. You can stream content from other media services, including DC, Cartoon Network, and Looney Tunes. So go ahead and try it.
17. TeaTV (Free)
With a solid lineup of movies and shows and a straightforward interface, TeaTV is a preferred choice for many streamers. This lightweight app is easy to install and use.
The app used to be buggy and unstable. However, the developers got it back on its feet again with regular updates and fixes.
TeaTV is currently one of the best FireStick apps to watch movies and TV shows. It’s free, and you don’t need an account to access content.
18. Viva TV (Free)
Viva TV is a video streaming app that lets you stream hundreds of movies, TV shows, and live sports events on your FireStick device.
This app offers many genres: action, romance, thrillers, drama, horror, and comedy. You can watch cartoons, anime, and Korean drama series on Viva TV. You will find full HD and 4K streams for most videos.
It lets you choose from multiple streaming links scraped from host websites. Viva TV has a well-designed and intuitive user interface. For the best experience, you can integrate your Real-Debrid, AllDebrid, or Premiumize accounts.
19. Weyd (Paid)
Weyd is one of the few media streaming apps built from scratch. It is not a clone or fork of any popular streaming app.
This app offers a massive collection of video content from which to select. Old and newly released entertainment blockbusters are all available on Weyd. It scrapes streaming links with the help of plugins and link providers.
Weyd is not free. The subscription starts at $5 for three months. Weyd is entirely ad-free. It supports the integration of Trakt and premium Debrid accounts like Real-Debrid, Premiumize, and AllDebrid.
20. Downloader (Free)
To perform specific tasks, you must install utility applications on any platform. Downloader is a must-have utility application for your Amazon FireStick.
Third-party apps can easily be sideloaded on your FireStick with the Downloader app, the best sideloading tool for FireStick and Fire TV devices.
You need to enter a link or Downloader Code, and you can install any application in minutes. The downloader app also doubles as a browser.
21. Shudder TV (Paid)
AMC Networks designed this app to provide horror, suspense, thrillers, and supernatural fiction fans with all the spine-tingling content they love.
Shudder TV is the perfect place to binge on scary movies and shows if you enjoy these genres.
You can fill out a form to suggest movies or shows you want to see. On Shudder TV, you can explore collections of hand-picked movies and series.
Alternatively, you can plug into the linear channel and binge-watch movies. Shudder TV is an official app available on the Amazon App Store. It offers classic and newer titles as well as more than 100 exclusives.
22. Discovery+ (Paid)
If you enjoy everything Discovery Network offers, you should go for Discovery Plus on FireStick.
This app contains one of the most extensive collections of non-fiction content, including tons of top-grade documentaries from the popular channels owned by Discovery Inc., such as Animal Planet, Discovery Channel, Discovery Science, TLC, and more.
Despite offering nearly unlimited content, Discovery+ is one of the most affordable services for FireStick and other devices.
23. Pluto TV (Free)
Pluto TV is a free live TV streaming service owned by Paramount Global. It contains many cable TV channels, including popular ones like CNN, Sky News, NBC News, and MTV.
The service also contains many on-demand movies and TV shows, all available in SD and HD. These features make Pluto TV one of the best FireStick apps.
However, it’s an ad-supported site. So you can occasionally expect a few adverts.
24. Paramount Plus (Paid)
Paramount Plus is a streaming service that has replaced Viacom’s popular streaming app, CBS All Access. It offers all the content users could enjoy on CBS All Access, such as movies, TV shows, and many live sporting events and TV channels.
In addition, it comes with some original content. On Paramount Plus, you can enjoy more than 12,000 TV show episodes. This includes shows aired on CBS, such as Hawaii Five-0 and Blue Blood. There are also tons of live sports to stream.
For example, you can watch the NFL, UEFA Champions League, Europa League, Golf Masters, college basketball, and college football. For live TV, you can tune in to channels like CBS, BET, Comedy Central, MTV, and Nickelodeon.
Paramount Plus is an official app available on FireStick. However, you must sign up for an account and subscribe to the service to use it. If you have a CBS All Access account, you don’t need to sign up for a new Paramount Plus account, as your old account details will do just fine.
FAQ’s
What’s the Best Movie App for FireStick?
If you’re looking to stream movies, Cinema APK and Nova TV are standout choices. These apps offer a vast selection of movies and provide high-quality streaming links. Both are also compatible with Real Debrid, so you’ll get access to premium links for a smoother viewing experience.
What’s the Best Live TV App for FireStick?
For live TV streaming, Live Net TV, Ola TV, and HD Streamz are highly popular. These apps cover a wide range of channels, from movies and shows to sports, kids’ content, and more. Plus, they’re free to use.
What’s the Best App for a Jailbroken FireStick?
It depends on what you’re looking to watch! For movies and shows, Cinema HD and Nova TV are excellent. For live TV, we recommend Live Net TV, Ola TV, and HD Streamz. One essential app for a jailbroken FireStick is ExpressVPN, which hides your online identity, secures your streaming, and keeps your activities private.
Is It Legal to Sideload Apps on FireStick?
Yes, sideloading apps on FireStick is entirely legal. Amazon even includes the option to allow “Apps from Unknown Sources” for this purpose. However, streaming copyrighted content without permission is illegal and can have legal consequences.
How Do I Download Movies on FireStick?
Some apps, like Cinema HD, let you download movies and shows directly to your FireStick. However, with FireStick’s limited storage, downloading large files can cause issues like buffering, storage limitations, and even overheating. For the best experience, streaming is recommended over downloading.
