Films may be temporarily unavailable in the NFB Films app for technical reasons. If this is the case, you can still access our works via NFB.ca on another device, or via our YouTube channel.
Differentiating paid content from free content using the MARC Records
The only way to get MARC records that identify paid content or content with restricted access vs free content is to download them directly from NFB.ca, in the MARC Records section. To do this, you must first have created and confirmed your NFB.ca account, and have obtained the designated authorization […]
How do I cast films from the NFB films app to my TV?
The NFB films app has options to cast films with AirPlay or Chromecast to your TV. To use those features you will need: The free NFB films app on your mobile device; AND A suitable wireless connection; AND A TV with an HDMI port, a casting device (Apple TV (AirPlay), […]
How can I watch online NFB films on my TV?
There are several ways to watch NFB films on your TV. You can use the NFB Films app on your smart TV to stream NFB films, or you can stream content from NFB.ca to your TV by connecting your computer or mobile device to the TV. You can stream films […]
How do I cast films from the NFB films app to my TV?
The NFB films app has options to cast films with AirPlay or Chromecast to your TV. To use those features you will need: The free NFB films app on your mobile device, AND A suitable wireless connection, AND A TV with an HDMI port, a casting device (Apple TV (AirPlay), […]
Why is the NFB Films app no longer available on my Smart TV (LG/Samsung/other)?
The NFB Films application is being phased out and will no longer be accessible or supported on Smart TVs (including Samsung and LG models) and providers such as Opera. Unfortunately, we can no longer guarantee the optimal use of this app on the devices mentioned above. Only ROKU compatible Smart […]
How do I watch NFB films on my Roku?
The National Film Board has a free app (“NFB Films”) for available for ROKU equipped TVs. To use it, you need to have: A suitable wired or wireless connection (depending on your device) AND A TV with an HDMI port and a ROKU device connected via this port; OR A […]
How do I watch NFB films on my Apple TV?
The National Film Board has a free app for the Apple TV where you can stream thousands of our films for free. Please note that if you do not have an Apple TV, you will need to verify that your television device is compatible with the Apple TV. You will […]
What resources are available to learn or teach stop-motion animation?
Stop-Motion Animation Workshop This workshop will show you how to produce stop-motion animation as well as teach the basic production skills behind the craft. Stop-Motion Playlist If you want to get inspired by stop-motion, we have the playlist for you! Here’s a selection of NFB stop-motion films that you can […]
Why is the StopMo application not available anymore?
StopMo Studio App has been retired from App Store on August 30, 2021. When the NFB launched the StopMo Studio app in 2014, we wanted to showcase the incredible art of stop-motion animation. StopMo Studio was one of the first stop-motion animation apps available, and we are honoured that so […]