Updated on March 13, 2026 • Written & edited by our Staff
Mubi has long been a haven for film buffs looking to expand their reach and knowledge of cinema. The streaming platform's careful curation ensures that its global titles fall under either the cult, classic, canon, or indie categories. This and its availability to many countries around the world are what make Mubi one's personal "passport to cinema."
But despite the delight that comes with handpicked selections, it's possible Mubi's curation isn't to your taste. Perhaps you'd prefer more genre-specific titles, more sci-fi and horror for example, or perhaps you'd like more blockbuster movies recommended to you every now and then. If you're looking for the best Mubi alternatives currently available, we list our suggestions below.
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Other channels on Tubi include: 21 Jump Street, ABC Localish, ABC News, ACC Digital Network, AFV Family, All Real, Baywatch, Bein Sports XTRA, bein Sports Xtra en Espanol, Bloomberg, Bloomberg Quicktake, Bounce XL, Brat TV, BUZZR, Caught in Providence, CBC News, Cheddar, CINEVAULT: 80's, CINEVAULT: Classics, CINEVAULT: Westerns, Circle, Comedy Dynamics, Cosmos, Deal or No Deal, Dove Channel, El Rey, Estrella News, EuroNews English, Fear Factor, FilmRise Classic TV, FilmRise Westerns, Forensic Files, FOX, Fox Deportes, FOX SOUL, Fox Sports, Fox Weather, fubo Sports Network, Game Show Central, Gordon Ramsay, Heartland, ION, Johnny Carson TV, live now from Fox, LOL-Network, Lone Star, Masked Singer Channel, Maverick Black Cinema, MLB, Moviesphere Free, My Time Movie Network, Mystery Science Theater 3000, NASCAR Channel, Nash Bridges, NBC News Now, Newsy, NFL Channel, NHRA TV, Nosey, Pac-12 Insider, Pattrn, People TV, Real Madrid TV, REELZ, Revolt Mixtape, So Real, Sports Wire, Stadium, Supermarket Sweep, The Biggest Loser, The Bob Ross Channel, The Carol Burnett Show, The Conners, The Dick Van Dyke Show, The Grio, The Looney Tunes Show, the NFL Channel, The Only Way is Essex, TMZ, TODAY All Day, Tubi Originals, Unsolved Mysteries, Vice, Wanted: Dead or Alive, Weather Nation, and Wipeout Xtra.
Devices supported by Tubi include: Airplay, Amazon Fire TV, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Google TV Streamer, iOS, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Roku, Samsung Smart TV, Sony, TiVo, Vizio, and Xbox One.
Tubi
$0.00/mo
Ad-supported
Registration not required to watch
Accounts come with free synced watchlist and parental controls
Tubi might be a surprising addition to this list, but this free, ad-supported streamer has one of the largest on-demand libraries available. It's because of this that you can find great films from all over the world, if you take a bit of time to explore. You can check the platform directly, but we suggest that you go in with a good VPN and streaming guides like JustWatch. With just a little patience, you'll be able to find some hidden gems that rival Mubi's curated picks.
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Devices supported by Criterion Channel include: Amazon Fire TV, Android, Apple TV, iOS, Roku, Samsung TV, and Xbox.
Criterion Channel
$10.99/mo
Curated classic & independent cinema
Behind-the-scenes features and interviews
Reruns on Criterion 24/7 live TV channel
If you like Mubi's library, Criterion Channel might be the best alternative for you. The Criterion Collection used to team up with Mubi back when the streamer was called The Auteurs, but Criterion eventually branched out and created their own streaming service. It's why the curated playlists and overviews feel quite similar to Mubi's curation. In addition to this, the streamer also showcases special commentary tracks and interviews for Criterion Collection releases, making it a treat for cinephiles. Want their catalogue along with more mainstream fare? You can catch some of their library in HBO Max.
Devices supported by SUNDANCE NOW include: Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Fire TV, iOS, and Roku.
Sundance Now
$7.99/mo
Algorithm-free streaming
New spotlight titles every Friday
Film festival stand-outs
Mubi is known for showcasing festival favorites, so why not consider a streamer straight from the source? SUNDANCE NOW comes from the makers of the Sundance Film Festival, so their library comprises festival favorites and beloved American indies. They also air some AMC reruns and original programming that have garnered critical acclaim. Looking for more to watch? You can actually check out Amazon Prime Video and Philo for the Sundance Now add-on, as well as AMC+ for their streaming bundle.
Devices supported by MHz Choice include: Amazon Fire TV, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, iOS, Roku, and Samsung Smart TV.
MHz Choice
$7.99/mo
Foreign films & television
Available only in the US and Canada
The entire catalog is subtitled
If you're looking for an alternative for foreign cinema, MHz Choice might be more your jam. The streamer was originally made for foreign diplomats in America who wanted to watch the movies they had at home. As a result, the service hosts some of the best films from around the globe. All the titles in their library are unedited by censors and come with English subtitles. You can check out their catalog through a direct subscription or through their Prime Video Channel.
Devices supported by Kino Film Collection include: Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and Roku.
Kino Film Collection
$5.99/mo
Arthouse films
International cinema
Restored classics
New releases weekly
Missing Mubi's Movie of the Day? Kino Film Collection promises new picks every week from Kino Lorber's library. Like their parent company, the streamer is best known for their arthouse films and restored classics. If you have an Amazon Prime account, you can also check out Kino Film Collection's add-on subscription.
Devices supported by Indieflix include: Amazon Fire TV, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, iOS, and Roku.
iNDIEFLIX On-Demand Unlimited
$4.99/mo
Access to the entire library on-demand
Free for local libraries through Libby
Given the name, it's obvious what Indieflix streams: Independent movies. However, like Mubi, Indieflix also happens to support independent filmmakers not just through hosting their films but paying them through a transparent revenue sharing system. While they differ a bit in the details, both streamers share a commitment to supporting independent filmmakers through their platform.
Devices supported by Flix Premiere include: Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, iOS, Roku, and Xbox.
Flix Premiere
$6.99/mo
Film festival favorites
New films every week
Offline viewing
6 month subscription available for $20.99
Hunting down an indie that's hard to find? If it's not on Mubi or any of the streamers on this list, you might find it on Flix Premiere. That's because they showcase underrated festival favorites whose distribution rights haven't been bought while on the circuit. Flix Premiere provides a second home for these indies, making it have a unique collection you can't find anywhere else.
With their roots as a film club, Film Movement Plus eventually started streaming their niche picks online. You can still order physical disks of their exclusive library, but it's easier to subscribe to the streaming service. A subscription grants you access to their selection ad-free and on multiple devices. They also have an add-on channel for Amazon Prime Video users.
Devices supported by BFI Player Classics include: Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, iOS, Roku, and Samsung Smart TV.
Monthly
$5.99/mo
British classics
14-day free trial
Ad-free
Annual
$59.00/mo
Restored landmark titles
International cinema
Save on yearly
Mubi streams great films from around the world, but when it comes to deciding the best of the best, it's a tough call. BFI's Sight and Sound polls is considered one of the definitive greatest film lists, so it's no surprise that BFI's Player Classics library is also curated carefully. It's also a great choice for viewers looking for English-language titles, since the British streamer prioritizes films from their country. You can check out their library through a direct subscription or through their Roku channel.
Devices supported by Arrow Player include: Amazon Fire TV, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Roku, Samsung Smart TV, and Xbox One.
Monthly
$6.99/mo
Cult horror
Expert curation
Ad-free
Annual
$69.99/mo
4K restorations
Shaw Brothers films
Annual discount
Looking for cult classics? Mubi has some good picks in their library, but Arrow Player specializes in streaming cult cinema. That's because it comes from Arrow Video, a boutique restorer of these kinds of films. It's the very reason why Quentin Tarantino loves it so much. With curated playlists and niche collections, Arrow Player is a great place to explore alternative genres.
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