The act of obtaining a movie from Netflix for offline viewing involves saving the digital file to a device. This allows playback without an active internet connection. A common use case would be saving content on a tablet before a flight to enjoy it during the journey.
This functionality provides convenience and accessibility in situations where internet access is limited or unreliable. It allows users to consume content at their leisure, irrespective of network availability. Historically, this feature evolved in response to user demand for content accessibility in diverse environments.