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Netflix UK’s Hidden Categories Could Be The Answer To All Your Streaming Woes
If you're a fan of Netflix, you'll know that the streaming platform's huge variety of content can be its best (and sometimes worst) asset. Netflix UK subscribers get to enjoy a massive range of films, TV shows, documentaries, and more. However, the search to find exactly what you're looking for can often times be quite the chore. Thankfully, Netflix UK's hidden categories give users access to an abundance of very specific subcategories and are about to make your streaming marathons a whole lot easier to navigate.
As the Radio Times explains, Netflix UK's hidden categories each come with their own code, and can easily be discovered by simply adding the code to the end of a specific URL. If, like me, you're someone with fairly particular streaming tastes, this Netflix trick is definitely something you'll appreciate, and before you know it you'll have unlimited access to a fantastic range of streaming subcategories.
So, once you find your perfect hidden category, simply add the accompanying code to the end of this URL: http://www.netflix.com/browse/genre/ — and to help you in your search, I've gone ahead and fished out the five best subcategories worth checking out on Netflix. And I've also listed every subcategory and their code. You're welcome.
1LGBTQ Dramas
Although society has come along way, I think most can agree that the LGBTQ community are still extremely underrepresented when it comes to film and television. However, that doesn't mean there isn't a tonne of fantastic LGBTQ content out there, and much of it has found a home on the streaming giant. Netflix's LGBTQ Dramas subcategory includes a diverse range of content, including the Academy Award-nominated Carol, international flicks such as Dear Dad, and the Netflix original Alex Strangelove.
Secret code: 500
2Political Documentaries
Now, everyone loves a gripping documentary, and in the current political climate, this specific genre will be of high interest for many Netflix subscribers. The Political Documentaries subcategory includes a brilliant range of content — much of which touches upon some of the most pressing political topics of today. So, if you can't get enough of learning about Brexit or Trump, this category is the place for you.
Secret code: 7018
3Cult Horror Film
For horror movie enthusiasts such as myself, the only thing better than a horror film is a cult horror film. Yes, classics such as Shaun Of The Dead and The Thing emerged from this horror sub-genre, and you can find a brilliant range of spooky cult-classics in Netflix's Cult Horror Film category. Enjoy.
Secret code: 10944
4Music & Concert Documentaries
Following the release of Beyoncé's Netflix masterpiece Homecoming, it became abundantly clear that appetite for this genre is alive and well. Luckily, the Music & Concert Documentaries subcategory is full to the brim with equally compelling releases, including the likes of Gaga: Five Foot Two and Biggie & Tupac — the only trouble you'll find while scrolling through this Netflix category is knowing where to start.
Secret code: 90361
5Tearjerkers
If we're honest, sometimes there's nothing better than a good old cry, and what better way to explore our emotional side than indulging in some big-screen tearjerkers. If this sounds like your thing, the Netflix Tearjerkers subcategory is almost certainly the one for you, and with a range of lip-quivering classics such as The Pursuit of Happyness and, of course, The Notebook, you'll be spoiled for choice
Secret code: 6384
6Vampire Horror Movies
The past decade’s vampire resurgence — during which the likes of Twilight and HBO’s True Blood captured the imagination of audiences across the globe — is very much reflected within Netflix’s Vampire Horror Movies hidden category. Subscribers can expect to sink their teeth into a tasty selection of films in this specific genre, including Johnny Depp’s fantasy-horror flick Dark Shadows, 2014’s Dracula Untold, and much more.
Secret code: 75804
7Anime Comedies
When in search of some comic relief, Anime perhaps isn’t the first streaming option which springs to mind. However, the platform’s lesser-known Anime Comedies category features some pretty hilarious releases to enjoy during your next Netflix marathon, including One Punch Man, The Disastrous Life of Saikik, and the Netflix original series, Aggretsuko.
Secret code: 9302
8Campy Movies
Every now and again there’s nothing better than a bit of camp, and if this sentiment rings true for you, Netflix’s Campy Movies library is exactly what you’re looking for. This particular subcategory includes a wide variety of genres, and you’ll be spoiled for choice during your next streaming sesh. Burlesque, Charlies Angels: Full Throttle, and Anaconda are just some of the highlights — however, there’s a lot more where that came from.
Secret code: 1252
9Every secret category & the codes to find them
Action & Adventure: 1365
Action Comedies: 43040
Action Sci-Fi & Fantasy: 1568
Action Thrillers: 43048
Adult Animation: 11881
Adventures: 7442
African Movies: 3761
Alien Sci-Fi: 3327
Animal Tales: 5507
Anime: 7424
Anime Action: 2653
Anime Comedies: 9302
Anime Dramas: 452
Anime Fantasy: 11146
Anime Features: 3063
Anime Horror: 10695
Anime Sci-Fi: 2729
Anime Series: 6721
Art House Movies: 29764
Asian Action Movies: 77232
Australian Movies: 5230
B-Horror Movies: 8195
Baseball Movies: 12339
Basketball Movies: 12762
Belgian Movies: 262
Biographical Docs: 3652
Biographical Dramas: 3179
Boxing Movies: 12443
British Movies: 10757
British TV Shows: 52117
Campy Movies: 1252
Children & Family Movies: 783
Chinese Movies: 3960
Classic Action & Adventure: 46576
Classic Comedies: 31694
Classic Dramas: 29809
Classic Foreign Movies: 32473
Classic Movies: 31574
Classic Musicals: 32392
Classic Romantic Movies: 31273
Classic Sci-Fi & Fantasy: 47147
Classic Thrillers: 46588
Classic TV Shows: 46553
Classic War Movies: 48744
Classic Westerns: 47465
Comedies: 6548
Comic Book and Superhero: 10118
Country & Western/Folk: 1105
Courtroom Dramas: 2748
Creature Features: 6895
Crime Action & Adventure: 9584
Crime Documentaries: 9875
Crime Dramas: 6889
Crime Thrillers: 10499
Crime TV Shows: 26146
Cult Comedies: 9434
Cult Horror Movies: 10944
Cult Movies: 7627
Cult Sci-Fi & Fantasy: 4734
Cult TV Shows: 74652
Dark Comedies: 869
Deep Sea Horror Movies: 45028
Disney: 67673
Disney Musicals: 59433
Documentaries: 6839
Dramas: 5763
Dramas based on Books: 4961
Dramas based on real life: 3653
Dutch Movies: 10606
Eastern European Movies: 5254
Education for Kids: 10659
Epics: 52858
Experimental Movies: 11079
Faith & Spirituality: 26835
Faith & Spirituality Movies: 52804
Family Features: 51056
Fantasy Movies: 9744
Film Noir: 7687
Food & Travel TV: 72436
Football Movies: 12803
Foreign Action & Adventure: 11828
Foreign Comedies: 4426
Foreign Documentaries: 5161
Foreign Dramas: 2150
Foreign Gay & Lesbian Movies: 8243
Foreign Horror Movies: 8654
Foreign Movies: 7462
Foreign Sci-Fi & Fantasy: 6485
Foreign Thrillers: 10306
French Movies: 58807
Gangster Movies: 31851
Gay & Lesbian Dramas: 500
German Movies: 58886
Greek Movies: 61115
Historical Documentaries: 5349
Horror Comedy: 89585
Horror Movies: 8711
Independent Action & Adventure: 11804
Independent Comedies: 4195
Independent Dramas: 384
Independent Movies: 7077
Independent Thrillers: 3269
Indian Movies: 10463
Irish Movies: 58750
Italian Movies: 8221
Japanese Movies: 10398
Jazz & Easy Listening: 10271
Kids Faith & Spirituality: 751423
Kids Music: 52843
Kids’ TV: 27346
Korean Movies: 5685
Korean TV Shows: 67879
Late Night Comedies: 1402
Latin American Movies: 1613
Latin Music: 10741
Martial Arts Movies: 8985
Martial Arts, Boxing & Wrestling: 6695
Middle Eastern Movies: 5875
Military Action & Adventure: 2125
Military Documentaries: 4006
Military Dramas: 11
Military TV Shows: 25804
Miniseries: 4814
Mockumentaries: 26
Monster Movies: 947
Movies based on children’s books: 10056
Movies for ages 0 to 2: 6796
Movies for ages 2 to 4: 6218
Movies for ages 5 to 7: 5455
Movies for ages 8 to 10: 561
Movies for ages 11 to 12: 6962
Music & Concert Documentaries: 90361
Music: 1701
Musicals: 13335
Mysteries: 9994
New Zealand Movies: 63782
Period Pieces: 12123
Political Comedies: 2700
Political Documentaries: 7018
Political Dramas: 6616
Political Thrillers: 10504
Psychological Thrillers: 5505
Quirky Romance: 36103
Reality TV: 9833
Religious Documentaries: 10005
Rock & Pop Concerts: 3278
Romantic Comedies: 5475
Romantic Dramas: 1255
Romantic Favorites: 502675
Romantic Foreign Movies: 7153
Romantic Independent Movies: 9916
Romantic Movies: 8883
Russian: 11567
Satanic Stories: 6998
Satires: 4922
Scandinavian Movies: 9292
Sci-Fi & Fantasy: 1492
Sci-Fi Adventure: 6926
Sci-Fi Dramas: 3916
Sci-Fi Horror Movies: 1694
Sci-Fi Thrillers: 11014
Science & Nature Documentaries: 2595
Science & Nature TV: 52780
Screwball Comedies: 9702
Showbiz Dramas: 5012
Showbiz Musicals: 13573
Silent Movies: 53310
Slapstick Comedies: 10256
Slasher and Serial Killer Movies: 8646
Soccer Movies: 12549
Social & Cultural Documentaries: 3675
Social Issue Dramas: 3947
Southeast Asian Movies: 9196
Spanish Movies: 58741
Spiritual Documentaries: 2760
Sports & Fitness: 9327
Sports Comedies: 5286
Sports Documentaries: 180
Sports Dramas: 7243
Sports Movies: 4370
Spy Action & Adventure: 10702
Spy Thrillers: 9147
Stage Musicals: 55774
Stand-up Comedy: 11559
Steamy Romantic Movies: 35800
Steamy Thrillers: 972
Supernatural Horror Movies: 42023
Supernatural Thrillers: 11140
Tearjerkers: 6384
Teen Comedies: 3519
Teen Dramas: 9299
Teen Screams: 52147
Teen TV Shows: 60951
Thrillers: 8933
Travel & Adventure Documentaries: 1159
TV Action & Adventure: 10673
TV Cartoons: 11177
TV Comedies: 10375
TV Documentaries: 10105
TV Dramas: 11714
TV Horror: 83059
TV Mysteries: 4366
TV Sci-Fi & Fantasy: 1372
TV Shows: 83
Urban & Dance Concerts: 9472
Vampire Horror Movies: 75804
Werewolf Horror Movies: 75930
Westerns: 7700
World Music Concerts: 2856
Zombie Horror Movies: 75405
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