All Netflix Hidden and Secret Codes (August 2025)
Update:We last updated this article with new Netflix Codes on August 1st, 2025.
Tired of endlessly scrolling through Netflix, feeling like you’ve seen it all? What if we told you a secret code that unlocks a whole new library of hyper-specific genres and categories you never knew existed? Netflix has a set of hidden codes that unlock shows and movies from different categories. A shortcut to access a much deeper and more customized selection of movies and shows from different niche genres you never knew even existed. But not all codes work, and some are decommissioned. We actively test and maintain a list of all Netflix codes you can use to access these niche categories.
Note:We’ve tested every single Netflix code. You might find that a few older ones no longer work, likely because Netflix has updated or reorganized its category system.
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The Origin Story of Netflix’s Secret Codes
Way back when Netflix used to mail out DVDs, their website had a big list of all the different kinds of movies and shows they owned. Each category, like “Funny Movies” or “Comedy Action,” was assigned a unique numerical code to help identify and categorize content.
A Netflix fan, interested in how the website worked, found this list of hidden and secret codes and posted it online. Suddenly, people realized they could use these codes to find and stream super-specific niche content that Netflix didn’t always showcase on the main page. These hidden Netflix movies and shows are deeply buried in their archives, waiting to be discovered and streamed.
Netflix continues using these codes to categorize its content. If you know the code, you can access this content. According to Mary Bertone from Netflix’s evidence team, there are now over 36,000 of these codes and counting! But we have curated the best ones here and continue to add new ones as we find them.
When people were feeling disconnected because ofCOVID-19, Netflix created a special category called “Human Connections (81271205)” to help people find movies and shows about relationships.
Michael Raphan, a curation strategist at Netflix, was chatting with a coworker about the show “The Recruit.” Since it was a mix of spy action and love stories, he got the idea to create a category called “Action with a Side of Romance” (81647318).
So, these hidden codes are like a little peek into how Netflix organizes its vast catalog. They started as a way to sort DVDs, but now they are a fun way for users to find exactly what they’re in the mood for.
How to Use Hidden Netflix Codes
So, you’ve got this secret code for a category, like “Action with a Side of Romance.” How do you use it to find those hidden movies and shows? It’s pretty easy! You’ve got a few options:
If Using the Netflix Website (Best Option):
For example, if you wanted to see “Action with a Side of Romance,” you would type:
Note:We have linked all the codes below to their respective Netflix pages. Simply bookmark and save this webpage so you can come back anytime, click on the link to open, and stream the content.
Hidden (Secret) Netflix Codes List
Action & adventure 🎬👊 (1365)
Anime ☯🍜 (7424)
Miniseries 🎞️
Children & family movies 👨👩👧👦 (783)
Christmas 🎅
Classic Movies 🍿
Comedies 😂 (6548)
Stand-up Comedy
Documentaries 📽️ (6839)
Dramas 🎭 (5763)
Emotional Movies on Netflix (100039)
War Movies 🪖🪖 (48744)
Foreign Movies 🎬 (78367)
Horror Movies 💀 (8711)
Independent Movies (7077)
LGBTQ+ 🏳️🌈 (5977)
Music 🎶 (1701)
Romantic Movies 🌹 (8883)
Sci-Fi & Fantasy 🔭 (1492)
Sports Movies
TV Show 📺 (83)
Valentine’s Day Movie/Series 💝(81576602)
Teen TV Shows (60951)
Thrillers (8933)
Netflix Codes for Award-Winning Films and Series
Hidden Cult Classics
Now you have the secret to finding all the hidden corners of Netflix. Go ahead and try these codes – you might find your new favorite show! Netflix and chill.
Anchit Srivastava
Working as a Tech Writer at Tech Wiser, I’m passionate about technology since childhood. I enjoy discussing it with friends, exploring new techs, and analyzing features in Android, iOS, and other technologies. My goal is to simplify complex information about current and emerging technologies, making them more accessible and understandable to people interested in learning more.
