# Stremio

> Open-source media center aggregator for movies, series, and video streams

Stremio is an open-source media aggregator and video player that centralizes movies, TV shows, and web channels through a modular add-on system. It syncs viewing progress across multiple desktop, mobile, and TV devices while running add-on code externally for security. It is widely used to browse and watch streaming video catalogs from diverse sources in a single interface.

Website: https://stremio.com/

## What it is for

- Organize and stream movies and TV shows across multiple devices
- Stream torrents, magnet links, or HTTP video URLs directly
- Track watching progress and manage personal media watchlists
- Cast video streams to a TV using Chromecast

## Features

- Modular add-on system for discovering and streaming media
- Cross-device progress and library synchronization
- Support for 4K HDR video playback
- Direct playback of magnet links, HTTP URLs, and torrent files
- Remote add-on execution model that runs no local code
- Guest mode allowing usage without an account or backend tracking
- Addon SDK for building custom media sources

## Pricing

Free; optional community Supporter plans available

## Details

- Type: Web app
- Category: [Lifestyle](https://xiry.app/topics/lifestyle.md)
- Open source: yes
- Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Web, other
- For: Media enthusiasts looking for a unified, open-source streaming center across devices
- Alternative to: Netflix, Kodi, Plex
- Tags: streaming, media player, video, entertainment, open source

## Why it was saved

- [@prasenx, 22 November 2025](https://x.com/prasenx/status/1992251679849533745): Open-source way to aggregate and stream video content instead of paying for multiple streaming subscriptions.

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Updated 10 October 2026. Page: https://xiry.app/resources/stremio

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