Originally reported byCordcutters, Digital Trends confirmed this news with a Roku spokesperson. “Due to technical limitations, Netflix will no longer be available on select older Roku players after August 22, 2025. These devices include models Roku 2050X, Roku 2100X, Roku 2000C, Roku HD Player, Roku SD Player, Roku XR Player, Roku XD Player,” we were told via email.
It’s not just old Roku players that are seeing this message. Apparently some older smart TVs —including many older Samsung televisions — are also losing the ability to stream Netflix:
Due to technical limitations, Netflix will no longer be available on this device after December 1st, 2019. Please visitnetflix.com/compatibledevicesfor a list of available devices.—Netflix support page
If you own one of the affected devices, you’ll see one of these messages the next time you fire up the Netflix app.
Roku is painfully aware of its reliance on Netflix and has been actively working on new features, partnerships, and revenue models to reduce the importance that Netflix plays in its fortunes. TheRoku Channelacts as a central hub for finding content to watch from dozens of channels, including premium offerings like HBO and Showtime.
The Featured Free menu option that is part ofRoku’s OS 9.2 softwaredrives viewers to ad-supported, free movies and shows that bring in advertising revenue. Plus, the recently announced addition of the Apple TV app (and soon-to-launch Apple TV+ service) will further insulate Roku from ups and downs associated with its Netflix relationship.
If you decide it’s time to upgrade, the good news is that you may do so for as little as $30. The newRoku Expressis a palm-sized media streamer that comes with a basic Roku remote and it doesn’t do 4K or HDR video, but you still get the latest Roku software and many handy features like remote listening via the free Roku app for iOS and Android.
Updated on June 27, 2025:Information added about older smart TVs that may also be affected.
