Netflix Brings “People Search” to Xbox 360; Makes Library Searchable by Actor, Director

Earlier this month, Netflix launched an update to its Xbox 360 app that brought the “Just for Kids” platform to the console. “Just for Kids” is a section that highlights progra...
Netflix Brings “People Search” to Xbox 360; Makes Library Searchable by Actor, Director
Written by Josh Wolford
  • Earlier this month, Netflix launched an update to its Xbox 360 app that brought the “Just for Kids” platform to the console. “Just for Kids” is a section that highlights programming that’s appropriate for youngsters so parents can feel confident that their children aren’t wading into some sketchy territory on the streaming service. The Xbox 360 was one of the last Netflix-enabled devices to get this feature.

    Now, Netflix is telling us that’s not the only new feature that came along for the ride.

    Even as a regular Netflix user, you may have overlooked this new way to find the movies and TV shows that you want to watch. “People Search” now allows you to search Netflix’s streaming library for actors and directors.

    Previously, Netflix’s search feature on the Xbox only allowed users to search by title.

    So, if you really want to see what Netflix has to offer in terms of Nicolas Cage movies, or Wes Anderson films, it’s now much easier.

    The feature has already been active on the web and on PS3 (and popular, according to Netflix). They say that it will hit other devices in the near future.

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