Amazon Prime Video, General Discussion [Ireland]

peteeeed · 05-11-2018 2:29pm

Kooljohn74 wrote: »

Hi,

I've recently signed up to Prime in Ireland, prim-e-arily (pun intended) for the streaming content.

Online at primevideo.com I seem to have a decent selection of stuff, particularly with the TV series' available (Preacher, Mr. Robot, Vikings, American Gods, Bosch,etc..) but when I go to my smart TV (Panasonic) and log in to the Prime app many of these same shows are not available in my region?

Would that be right or have I done something wrong?

I would be very disappointed if I can watch those shows online but not on my smart TV.

Can anyone shed any light on this please?

Your sincerely,
Kooljohn74

yes these shows(Preacher, Mr. Robot, Vikings, American Gods, Bosch) are all available in ireland

Tigerandahalf · 05-11-2018 2:37pm

I wanted to watch a film on this on the app on my smart tv. It is the uk version but because my account has an Irish credit card it wouldn't let me watch the film.

That is just dumb and pushes me away from prime.

bennyineire · 05-11-2018 3:03pm

I have the same issue with trying to watch prime through a nintendo wee u we have in the house.

Basically it will let me sign in, navigate to the show but when I press play I get the same issue.

Works fine on PC and phones though

Kooljohn74 · 05-11-2018 4:48pm

bennyineire wrote: »

I have the same issue with trying to watch prime through a nintendo wee u we have in the house.

Basically it will let me sign in, navigate to the show but when I press play I get the same issue.

Works fine on PC and phones though

It is strange to have these issues on the Smart TV/games consoles as surely they would be viewed as an Irish or UK device and both regions have access to these shows.

I've looked at the settings on the TV but there's no way of altering regions so I am at a loss as to how I could fix this. Highly frustrating to say the least.

Drumpot · 05-11-2018 6:26pm

Tigerandahalf wrote: »

I wanted to watch a film on this on the app on my smart tv. It is the uk version but because my account has an Irish credit card it wouldn't let me watch the film.

That is just dumb and pushes me away from prime.

I can watch it on my smart tv but can’t watch it on my fire stick!

I think it depends on the device and if it’s sole Sort of UK setting in the back round !

Tigerandahalf · 05-11-2018 7:07pm

Given that it doesn't support chromecast you have effectively no way of watching on your tv.

I'd be very reluctant to order a fire stick although the potential to use the English players away from home could be attractive.

ixoy · 05-11-2018 8:02pm

Tigerandahalf wrote: »

Given that it doesn't support chromecast you have effectively no way of watching on your tv.

There are ways!

If you've a laptop or PC, you can just cast your screen from there.
You can also mirror your phone and cast from that.

Sleeper12 · 05-11-2018 8:11pm

Tigerandahalf wrote:

I wanted to watch a film on this on the app on my smart tv. It is the uk version but because my account has an Irish credit card it wouldn't let me watch the film.

Do you have your amazon account set for UK? You won't be able to buy or rent movies but all other content will be available. Not just the Irish selection

Tigerandahalf · 05-11-2018 8:15pm

Sleeper12 wrote: »

Do you have your amazon account set for UK? You won't be able to buy or rent movies but all other content will be available. Not just the Irish selection

I just want to rent a movie. I have no interest in subscribing to prime.

Sleeper12 · 05-11-2018 8:26pm

Tigerandahalf wrote:

I just want to rent a movie. I have no interest in subscribing to prime.

You can't. It's licensed for the UK only. Well actually you can if you link a UK credit card to the account

Seanieke · 05-11-2018 8:37pm

Just set your Amazon account address as your Parcel Motel address if you have one. Full access to Prime Video & Kids Prime too.

Tigerandahalf · 05-11-2018 8:44pm

Seanieke wrote: »

Just set your Amazon account address as your Parcel Motel address if you have one. Full access to Prime Video & Kids Prime too.

Do you do that on the smart tv app?

Drumpot · 01-12-2018 12:46pm

Watched danish movie “the wave” and really enjoyed it. It’s not an action movie or conventional Hollywood disaster movie so if you want the rock or 2012 type disasters this isn’t for you....

Loved the atmosphere throughout. Can’t put my finger on it but it just felt like it had more class then the popcorn stuff from Hollywood.

I like popcorn stuff by the way, not knocking it, just making an observation from a comparison perspective.

Occono · 15-12-2018 2:55pm

The RTÉ show Raw has been added. First Irish show on Amazon I've seen (Netflix has had a few, including Raw itself many years back)

https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0FFMQU7J9QX42NZIJ8IBG05HKF/ref=atv_dp

16-12-2018 10:53pm

I'm signing into amazon.co.uk using an address in Belfast and also Hola vpn, which I've tried setting to the US as well as Britain, but despite all this I get:

"Some videos may not be available to watch from your location. Go to PrimeVideo.com to see the video catalogue in the Republic of Ireland."

How do I get around this stupid fúcking wall? If Amazon think I'm going to pay full price for this piddly-arsed selection, they've another thing coming. The whole Amazon Prime thing is false advertising when it comes to being clear about the tiny selection that's actually on offer in this state.

Other than that, does anybody know where I could watch Death of Stalin and Conspiracy (2001; the docudrama about the Wannsee Conference) online/streamed? I've no dvd in this laptop so the days of buying a dvd are over. Where's the biggest online repository of films and documentaries?

16-12-2018 10:54pm

Seanieke wrote: »

Just set your Amazon account address as your Parcel Motel address if you have one. Full access to Prime Video & Kids Prime too.

That definitely hasn't worked for me. Using my Belfast Parcel Motel address: 'This title isn't available in your location'

Ally Dick · 17-12-2018 12:35am

I have a fire stick and I am also a Prime member. I used to be geo blocked from watching any Amazon shows...but I tried it again yesterday, and everything is playing fine! Have they removed some blockers? I'm very pleased

noveltea · 17-12-2018 7:56am

Occono wrote:

The RTÃ‰ show Raw has been added. First Irish show on Amazon I've seen (Netflix has had a few, including Raw itself many years back)

Room to improve is also on it. (I watch it in Canada, so maybe only available there).

Neames · 17-12-2018 9:00am

I've been granted a free month of Prime.

I'm really enjoying a tv show called Start up. Super stuff about a start up company. Hard to believe but I'd put it up there with Breaking Bad, addictive.

bennyineire · 17-12-2018 9:06am

Neames wrote: »

I've been granted a free month of Prime.

I'm really enjoying a tv show called Start up. Super stuff about a start up company. Hard to believe but I'd put it up there with Breaking Bad, addictive.

Third season was just added which will be the last season but they knew this before shooting it so it should finish up tidy.

21-12-2018 5:04pm

Update. Bought ExpressVPN and can now use Amazon Prime Video on Amazon.com from Ireland using a New Jersey location.

For some reason I can't access Prime Video from amazon.co.uk using a variety of locations there. I'm using the same laptop for both. There are definitely films/documentaries on the UK Amazon that aren't on the US Amazon. I wonder is there a list of the differences between both Amazons.

Tigerandahalf · 21-12-2018 5:16pm

I have a fire stick coming soon.
If you set up the dns for the uk will it let you access that content, or does it go by your amazon account which is linked from the sale?

Thanks

Mantis Toboggan · 21-12-2018 5:45pm

Tigerandahalf wrote: »

I have a fire stick coming soon.
If you set up the dns for the uk will it let you access that content, or does it go by your amazon account which is linked from the sale?

Thanks

Think you just need to contact amazon and they'll switch it on for you.

Tigerandahalf · 21-12-2018 6:51pm

Mantis Toboggan wrote: »

Think you just need to contact amazon and they'll switch it on for you.

Just contacted them through the app. They said I have to have a uk payment set up which I don't as my Irish bank card is linked to my account.

I wonder could I just add my revolut card and get them to switch to that for Prime content. I don't want to subscribe, just want to rent the odd film.

Tigerandahalf · 21-12-2018 6:59pm

I have added my revolut card and used my addresspal address as uk one. I will see if they change it now.
.......
Ok this is chat I had......
.......
Please be informed that in order to purchase or rent Amazon videos you need an active UK payment card and UK billing address.
A7:13 PM
Does revolut cover uk payment card?
7:14 PM
Amazon | Customer Service
I've checked your account and can see that your payment method is associated with Ireland.
This was the reason you facing this issue.
Further checking, I can see that you have active UK payment card in your account. (Revolut)
In this case, please update the UK payment card in your 1-click payment settings so that you can rent videos without issues.
A7:16 PM
Can i do this on the smart tv app?
7:17 PM
Amazon | Customer Service
No, please try to update from web browser or mobile app.
A7:18 PM
Ok
7:18 PM
Amazon | Customer Service
To update your current payment method for Prime Video orders, visit the following link and select "Edit billing information" in the "1-Click Payment Settings" section:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/pin
Your payment method must be from a bank within the UK
A7:18 PM
Ok thanks
.....

I will check with the smart tv app later.

Worked! Just rented a movie I couldn't rent before.

cailinoBAC · 24-12-2018 11:09am

Most seasons of New Girl are there, not sure when they were added. Also Fresh Off the Boat is one I was looking out for. Something to keep me going when I'm finished the office and Mrs maisel. Actually find I'm watching more on prime than Netflix at the moment. I just wish there was a way to cast.

adelcrowsmel · 04-01-2019 12:28pm

Does anyone know what is going on with the series Bones?!? Season 1-11 are listed on there but seasons 3 and 5 aren't available?

ButtersSuki · 04-01-2019 5:07pm

Just set mine up but curious as to how do you know which version of prime video you're in - Ireland or The UK?

My default address is Parcel Motel NI at the moment before anyone asks!

Ally Dick · 04-01-2019 5:11pm

ButtersSuki wrote: »

Just set mine up but curious as to how do you know which version of prime video you're in - Ireland or The UK?

My default address is Parcel Motel NI at the moment before anyone asks!

Not sure that there is a distinction. I am a Prime member of Amazon UK. I too have ONE of my addresses as a Parcel Motel UK address, my payment card is a ROI Visa Debit, but none of the free Prime content on the fire stick is blocked anymore. It used to be

Tigerandahalf · 04-01-2019 5:12pm

I wanted to watch the film Mystery Road on Prime. It wasn't available on Prime here but is on the uk version.
Do a search for it and you should find out.

Dave..M · 04-01-2019 5:13pm

ButtersSuki wrote: »

Just set mine up but curious as to how do you know which version of prime video you're in - Ireland or The UK?

My default address is Parcel Motel NI at the moment before anyone asks!

If there is a 'kids' option across the top of the phone app and an 'included with prime' and 'rent or buy' options under the program banner ads you've the UK version.

Tigerandahalf · 04-01-2019 5:20pm

Dave..M wrote: »

If there is a 'kids' option across the top of the phone app and an 'included with prime' and 'rent or buy' options under the program banner ads you've the UK version.

I have the Kids option on my android app but don't have rent/buy options.

On my tv I have both options (as setup with revolut card and uk address)

I did notice on the film I rented that there were no subtitles, so something to consider. I am not sure if this is the case with a lot of their stuff or not.

ButtersSuki · 04-01-2019 5:49pm

A question on music now....won't be using it myself but others will. To set it up I'm being asked for my Credit Card details to prove I'm a UK resident. If I give my Irish Credit Card will they know I'm not UK based?

Pentecost · 04-01-2019 5:55pm

bennyineire wrote: »

Third season was just added which will be the last season but they knew this before shooting it so it should finish up tidy.

I’m just on the second season of this now. It’s great stuff, really addictive. Can’t believe I’d never heard anything about it. Didn’t know they had no plans for a fourth. Shame but if they wrap it up well then that’s something.

Tigerandahalf · 04-01-2019 5:56pm

ButtersSuki wrote: »

A question on music now....won't be using it myself but others will. To set it up I'm being asked for my Credit Card details to prove I'm a UK resident. If I give my Irish Credit Card will they know I'm not UK based?

Of course they will. That is the idea of using the revolut card. There is a thread on boards about it. I just set up a virtual account. It has the card details in the app and I just transferred €50 to it.

ButtersSuki · 04-01-2019 6:07pm

Tigerandahalf wrote: »

Of course they will. That is the idea of using the revolut card. There is a thread on boards about it. I just set up a virtual account. It has the card details in the app and I just transferred €50 to it.

Don't suppose you have a link to that thread? It's needle in a haystack stuff otherwise....

Ally Dick · 04-01-2019 6:11pm

Tigerandahalf wrote: »

I wanted to watch the film Mystery Road on Prime. It wasn't available on Prime here but is on the uk version.
Do a search for it and you should find out.

Are you using a website or a firestick?

ButtersSuki · 04-01-2019 6:14pm

Ally Dick wrote: »

Are you using a website or a firestick?

Firestick right now.

But both at some stage

Ally Dick · 04-01-2019 6:15pm

ButtersSuki wrote: »

Firestick right now.

But both at some stage

How do you differentiate between Irish and UK content? Is a Firestick not just attached to a UK Amazon account or a US one?

wirelessdude01 · 04-01-2019 6:19pm

Other than High Castle what other TV series do people recommend in prime?

Pentecost · 04-01-2019 6:42pm

wirelessdude01 wrote: »

Other than High Castle what other TV series do people recommend in prime?

I’ve said this earlier on the other thread but I really highly recommend Startup. Outlander is decent enough too.

Tigerandahalf · 04-01-2019 6:44pm

Ally Dick wrote: »

Are you using a website or a firestick?

I have the Prime app on my LG tv, set up for uk prime. I bought a fire stick recently for another room and have that set up too.

I can't share the revolut card page on my phone but if you go the the Bargain Alerts forum there is a thread in there on it. It is a big thread.

Re: what is on Prime, I haven't used it too much though I think some sports are on it. I am not subscribed to Prime, nothing on it for me other than odd film to rent.

I do notice some old bbc content on it too.

ButtersSuki · 04-01-2019 7:28pm

Is it possible to set up your TV as UK and music as Ireland? I assume not, but just asking!

Sleeper12 · 04-01-2019 7:48pm

wirelessdude01 wrote:

Other than High Castle what other TV series do people recommend in prime?

The Marvellous Mrs Maisel & Goliath are brilliant Prime originals imo.

The Black Oil · 04-01-2019 8:23pm

Threads merged.

extra gravy · 04-01-2019 8:28pm

wirelessdude01 wrote: »

Other than High Castle what other TV series do people recommend in prime?

Bosch is very good.

martingriff · 04-01-2019 8:30pm

wirelessdude01 wrote: »

Other than High Castle what other TV series do people recommend in prime?

I thought Cliak and Dagger was great and Jack Ryan

Ally Dick · 04-01-2019 8:33pm

I like Vikings. And have started Into The Badlands

vader ed · 04-01-2019 8:47pm

wirelessdude01 wrote: »

Other than High Castle what other TV series do people recommend in prime?

The Looming Tower
Homecoming
Mr Robot
The Exorcist
The Tick
Startup
Sneaky Pete
Goliath
Ray Donovan
The Americans
Bosch
American Gods
The Good Fight
Patriot
Hand of God

dulpit · 04-01-2019 9:14pm

Halt & catch fire is excellent...

Amazon Prime Video, General Discussion [Ireland]

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