Rewatching favorite TV shows is a common habit, especially for episodic comedies or anthology series, but deciding which episode to watch can sometimes feel like a chore. Manually scrolling through seasons breaks the flow of passive viewing, while always starting from the beginning gets repetitive. A shuffle feature could recreate the old-school TV experience of stumbling upon random episodes, making rewatching more spontaneous and enjoyable.
One way to implement this could be a "Shuffle" button next to the usual "Play" button on a show's page. Clicking it would:
This kind of feature would benefit several groups:
A simple starting point could be a basic shuffle feature tested with a popular episodic show like The Office. Based on initial feedback, additional options could include:
Unlike Netflix's existing "Play Something" feature—which shuffles across all shows—this would focus on randomizing within a single series, offering a more targeted experience.
Overall, this idea taps into the nostalgia of channel-surfing while solving a real pain point for rewatchers, with little technical overhead required.
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