The Netflix catalog is enormous, one of the biggest in the entire streaming world. Shows are constantly filtering in and out of the Netflix library, and you can always find something new to stream on the service no matter what genre is your favorite. That means that Netflix’s Continue Watching row is easier to clutter up than some others in the streaming world, since there’s always something new to try. If you’re ready to pull a title out of your Continue Watching row on Netflix, we’ll walk you through the process on smart TVs, mobile phones, and the web!

Everything you need to know about removing a show from Continue Watching on Netflix

How to remove a show or movie from Continue Watching on Netflix smart TV apps

It’s incredibly easy to remove a title from Continue Watching on Netflix while using its connected TV app. Once you’ve opened the app, all you have to do is scroll down to the Continue Watching row and highlight the title you want to remove.

Click on that title, and a menu of options will open. Scroll down, and click Remove from Continue Watching if you no longer want to see that title in the section.

How to remove a show or movie from Continue Watching on Netflix via web

It’s just as easy to take a show or movie out of Continue Watching on Netflix’s website. Head to the Netflix home page, then scroll down to the Continue Watching row and hover your cursor over a tile. You’ll see an X button between the + and thumbs-up icons. Let Netflix know why you’re removing that title from Continue Watching, and you’re all set.

How to remove a show or movie from Continue Watching on Netflix mobile app

Once you’ve got the Netflix mobile app open on your phone, scroll down to Continue Watching. You’ll see a vertical three-dot menu. Once you click that, a pop-up menu will appear that offers all the options you can select for that show. Remove From Row is the bottom option on that list.

Will pulling a show or movie from Continue Watching on Netflix delete your watch progress?

No, if you look up the title in question after removing it from your Continue Watching row, you’ll see that your viewing progress is still saved. This makes it much easier to pick up where you left off if you decide to come back to that title a bit later.

Can you hide shows you haven’t watched from Netflix’s home page?

Yes, every Netflix platform allows you to hide a show or movie from your home page. Seek out the thumbs-up icon, and if you give that title a thumbs-down, Netflix will stop recommending that show and will use its algorithm to recommend fewer series and movies that are related to it.

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