Question 1

Is WhatToWatch a good Letterboxd alternative?

Accepted Answer

Yes — especially if you watch both movies and TV. WhatToWatch tracks TV series with episode-level progress, has a browser extension that auto-detects what you're watching on 16+ platforms, AI Smart Pick recommendations, and a shareable schedule. Letterboxd only tracks films and has none of these features.

Question 2

Does WhatToWatch track TV shows?

Accepted Answer

Yes. WhatToWatch tracks every season and episode with progress bars, next-episode notifications, and resume times — the same care Letterboxd gives movies, applied to your entire series queue. Letterboxd only tracks films.

Question 3

Can I import my Letterboxd data?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Export your data from letterboxd.com → Profile → Import & Export, then upload the ZIP in WhatToWatch Settings → Import. Your movie diary, ratings, and watchlist transfer in one tap.

Question 4

Does WhatToWatch have a browser extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes — and Letterboxd doesn't. The WhatToWatch browser extension auto-detects what you're watching on Netflix, Prime Video, Max, Disney+, Hulu, and 16+ more platforms, then updates your list automatically. No manual logging needed.

Question 5

Is WhatToWatch free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. WhatToWatch has a free tier with unlimited tracking, browser extension auto-tracking, and AI Smart Pick. Paid plans (Plus at $1.99/mo, Premium at $5/mo) add more AI tokens and a daily digest email. Letterboxd Pro is $19/year.

Letterboxd Alternative for TV and Movie Tracking

What WhatToWatch adds over Letterboxd