The best U.S. video streaming apps for iPhone and iPad, from the movies you grew up with to the shows you want to catch up on! Looking for the best iPhone apps or best iPad apps for streaming video right to your phone or tablet? Whether you want to watch — or re-watch — thousands of old movies and TV shows, keep up with current network programming, or simply stream the videos already on your computer, the App Store has several apps for that. Sadly, what's available depends entirely on where you live (regional licenses, ugh.) So what are the best streaming video apps in the U.S.?

Note: iPhones and iPads come with iTunes built in, however the Video app doesn't really stream. It downloads while it plays, and the file is left on your device even after you finish watching. You can thank Hollywood for that. So, while it works great, we're not including it here. Get an iPhone SE with Mint Mobile service for $30/mo Netflix

Netflix plays host to thousands of shows and movies that you can access with an all-you-can-eat subscription that costs less than $10 a month. Netflix supports pretty much any platform you can think of and even comes pre-installed on many gaming systems and Smart TVs. Netflix has also started offering original programming like Arrested Development, House of Cards, Orange is the New Black, and more. While Netflix may not have the latest blockbuster movies or hit shows, the sheer size of their collection - especially their kids collection - makes them a must have. Netflix is a great deal for everyone, especially if you have small children. Get it, you won't regret it. Free - Download Now Amazon Instant Video

Amazon Instant is Amazon's own streaming service, offered at no additional cost to its Amazon Prime subscribers. If you don't have Amazon Prime, you can still use Amazon Instant Video, you will just be shown the price to rent or buy content instead. You will also see lots of new movies on Amazon Instant long before they pop up on services like Netflix, which makes it an awesome perk for Prime members. If you're an Amazon Prime subscriber, there's absolutely no reason not to have Amazon Instant Video. Stop what you're doing and download it now. Free - Download Now Hulu Plus

Hulu's main focus is tv shows and features many popular series on demand such as Glee, The Simpsons, Family Guy, and many more. While the Hulu Plus app for iPhone and iPad is free, you'll need a monthly subscription in order to use it. Just like Netflix, it'll cost you less than $10 a month. That gets you access to the most recent seasons of your favorite shows and unlimited streaming from any Hulu Plus enabled device including Apple TV. Hulu is also home to many of its own original series. If you never have time to catch your favorite tv shows right when they air, you want Hulu Plus. Free - Download Now Plex