Read the retired-app notice in its stated scope
NFB’s notice updated on 7 July 2026 says its Films app is no longer supported on certain smart televisions, including Samsung and LG models, and providers such as Opera. It directs viewers to the current apps page for supported destinations. This is a platform-support notice, so an old installed icon should not be treated as proof that the native application still has publisher support.
Use a supported AirPlay receiver when available
The separate casting guide requires the NFB mobile app, a wireless connection and an appropriate receiver. For AirPlay, connect an iPhone or iPad to the same Wi-Fi network as an Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible television. Choose the film in NFB Films, select the top-right AirPlay icon and choose the intended receiver. This sends playback from the mobile route rather than restoring the retired native app.
Prepare Chromecast before selecting it
NFB’s Chromecast instructions require a current NFB Films app and an already configured Chromecast with Google Home available on the mobile device. Connect sender and receiver to the same Wi-Fi network. In NFB Films, select the film, use the top-right Chromecast icon and choose the receiver. The guide then directs pressing Play on the film detail page.
Keep receiver compatibility separate from the TV brand
The casting help permits a suitable external device or a television with the relevant built-in receiving function. Check the actual AirPlay or Chromecast capability instead of inferring it from the Samsung or LG name alone. A successful casting setup is a different playback path from launching a native store application; it does not change the support status described in the retirement notice.