The functionality to download movies and episodes for offline viewing from the Amazon Prime Video app on various devices has become a convenient feature for subscribers. This capability extends across Android, iOS, and desktop platforms, allowing users to enjoy content without requiring an internet connection, such as during flights.

Here’s a breakdown of how to download movies and shows from Amazon Prime Video:

1. Install the Amazon Prime Video app: Ensure the app is installed on your device and log in to your Prime account.
2. Select content: Choose the movie or show you wish to download and open its details. Note that not all content is available for download. Users can opt to download individual episodes or entire seasons, selecting download quality preferences beforehand.
3. Access downloads: Once downloaded, access your titles in the Downloads section. Tap on the desired title to start playback, with series providing a list of downloaded episodes.

Step 1: Ensure you have the Amazon Prime Video app installed on your device, be it Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows, or tablets. The app’s interface remains consistent across different platforms. After installation, sign in to your Amazon Prime account.

Step 2: Select the movie or show you want to download, open the video details, and note that not all content is available for download. You can choose to download individual episodes or entire seasons for series. Before downloading, select the download quality (Good, Better, Best) based on your preferences and data usage.

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Step 3: To access your downloaded titles, go to the Downloads section. Tap on the desired title to start playback. If it’s a series, tapping the title opens the list of downloaded episodes.

Casting Your Content:

The Prime Video app is compatible with a range of devices, including mobile devices, tablets, and Windows 10 and Mac computers. If you wish to view your downloaded content on a larger screen, you have the option to “cast” it to your TV.

Step 1: Initiate playback of the video, then locate the casting button typically situated in the top-right corner. While the icons may differ between iOS and Android, they offer access to compatible devices respectively.

Step 2: The app will scan for available casting devices, including Fire TV Stick, AirPlay, Apple TV, Smart TVs, Chromecasts, among others.

Storage Space Information:

The storage space required for a downloaded file varies based on its quality. Different download qualities consume different amounts of storage. For instance, downloading a movie at the Best quality setting may occupy 1GB, while Better quality may use 535MB. Downloading an entire season of a show at Best quality could take up approximately 2.6GB.

Availability and Limitations:

Amazon Prime Video allows offline downloads for select titles, particularly Amazon Originals. However, there are constraints to consider. These include a 30-day viewing window and a 48-hour expiration period once playback commences. Moreover, downloaded titles may not be accessible abroad if they are not available in the region.