How to buy Netflix shares

Easy steps to invest in Netflix stock in the UK.

Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) is a tech stock that revolutionised home entertainment with its subscription streaming model. But, it now faces fierce competition as the likes of Disney, Amazon and Apple are all trying to play catch-up. Netflix has even started dipping its toes into streaming live events and sports.

While it’s focused on content dominance and ad-supported tiers, slowing subscriber growth remains a challenge. It has already shown it has the pricing power to increase fees, but this could reach a limit, and then what? Investors thinking about buying Netflix shares need to think about the future of entertainment rather than past stock price performance.

How to buy shares in Netflix

  1. Open a brokerage account. Choose from our top broker picks or compare brokers in depth. To trade US shares you'll need to complete a W8-BEN form – typically part of the sign-up process.
  2. Fund your account. Add money to your account via bank transfer or debit card.
  3. Search the platform by ticker symbol. NFLX in this case.
  4. Choose an order type. Place a market order (or limit order, if you want to try to hold out for a specific price) with your preferred number of shares or investment amount.
  5. Submit the order. And that's it! Now chill.

The whole process can take as little as 15 minutes. You'll need a smartphone or computer, an internet connection, your passport or driving licence and a means of payment.

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Latest updates for Netflix

May 14, 2026: Netflix announced on 14 May 2026 an expanded NFL deal to carry five regular-season games plus the NFL Honors ceremony through 2029, including a Week 1 game in Melbourne and a Thanksgiving Eve fixture.

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Historical closes compared with the last close of $77.38

1 week (2026-06-15) -5.25%
1 month (2026-05-22) -12.66%
3 months (2026-03-21) -14.89%
6 months (2025-12-21) -17.36%
1 year (2025-06-22) -37.16%
2 years (2024-06-22) 12.78%
3 years (2023-06-22) 82.49%
5 years (2021-06-22) 50.91%
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Our expert says: Should you buy Netflix stock?

"This is something only you can decide. Netflix captured the attention of couch-sitters and investors around the world. So much positivity was great for television series bingeing and for profits. The Netflix stock price has seen plenty of recent growth as a result. The challenge is how Netflix can continue to grow and make money if so many people are already subscribed?

We’ve seen Netflix crack down on password sharing, introducing adverts and raising monthly subscription prices. This is the immediate plan to squeeze more money out of customers who treat Netflix as an essential spend. How long Netflix can do this remains to be seen, but the trick is finding ways to monetise its audience without driving people away on price. "

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Netflix had its IPO on the Nasdaq in May 2002, when it was a DVD subscription service.

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