Lesflicks

How to watch Lesflicks

There are lots of ways to watch Lesflicks - so no matter where you are, and what you have access to - we're here for you!

Watch on your computer, tablet or phone using a web browser

If you do not have a streaming device such as Roku, Firestick or a Smart TV then fear not, because you can always access our full catalogue using your smartphone, tablet or computer directly through our platform at https://lesflicksvod.com.


To get full screen video, simply hit the two arrows on the bottom right corner of the video to enter fullscreen mode.


To pop out the player so you can watch whilst browsing the internet (yes we know some of you do that!), hit the square with a square inside it on the bottom right corner of the video and you can visit other windows and the player will stay on top!

Watch via Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, Apple TV or our own LesflicksVOD app

LesflicksVOD has a variety of apps available. You can watch on your TV through these apps:

Smart TV - Chromecast and Airplay

Google Chrome

Click the Google Cast icon to the right of the address bar on Google Chrome and select your Chromecast from the list. Your tab should now appear on your TV. If you do not have the extension to add the Chromecast icon to your computer, you can download it. Click here for further details on streaming via Chromecast.

AirPlay

While watching a video on your Mac, iPhone or iPad while in Safari, simply click the AirPlay icon on the top, right hand side of the video. Click here for further details on streaming via AirPlay.

No smart TV - connect your Android device to your TV

You can push video from most Android devices to an HDTV or 4K set through Mobile High-Definition Link, or MHL. To check that your TV can accept the feed, first look for an MHL logo above one of the HDMI ports on the back of your TV set.

In most cases, if you have an HDTV with MHL built in, all you need is a micro USB-to-HDMI cable that plugs into the port on your mobile device and into the MHL-enabled HDMI input on the TV. Many newer Android phones use the reversible USB Type-C port, but similar cables are available for those phones.


Samsung Galaxy users: some Samsung Galaxy devices require a special cable to connect to an MHL TV.

The MHL Consortium publishes a partial list of MHL-supported devices on its website (http://www.mhltech.org/devices.aspx). If you don't see your mobile device listed, check with the manufacturer. The latest version of MHL supports 4K video, which new phones from the likes of LG also now support.

HDMI ports on older TVs don't support MHL, so you'll need an MHL-to-HDMI adapter to supply the power.

Google Nexus/LG/Amazon Fire users: Some Google Nexus and LG G-series phones and tablets and all Amazon Fire devices make use of a competing technology called SlimPort. The benefit is that SlimPort doesn't require additional power. To hook up a SlimPort system to a TV, simply purchase a SlimPort-to-HDMI adapter. Then, attach the SlimPort cable to your phone and the HDMI end to your TV, just as you would with an MHL device.

No smart TV - connect your iPhone/iPad to your TV

For Apple devices you need a Lightning digital AV adapter. This is essentially an HDMI adapter for your iOS device: On one end, there's a Lightning plug (or 30-pin adapter for older devices), and on the other end is an HDMI port. Use any HDMI cable to go from the adapter to your TV's HDMI port.

The Lightning adapters can handle 1080p video, and they work with all iPhones, iPads and iPod touches that have the Lightning port. The 30-pin digital AV adapter requires an iPhone 4, iPad 2 second generation or iPod touch fourth generation or later.

No smart TV or mobile device - use an HDMI cable from your computer or laptop!

If you do not have a streaming device or smart TV and you would like to watch LesflicksVOD on your big screen television or projected onto a lovely big wall, here's how:


Connect to a PC or a Mac to TV:

The cable you'll use to connect a PC or Mac to a larger display will depend on the display output on your computer or laptop. Many newer PCs and Macs have an HDMI port, so a regular HDMI cable might do the trick. Smaller laptops and tablets sometimes have a smaller HDMI port, called mini HDMI, or an even smaller jack, known as a micro HDMI.

Note for Mac users: Macs built after late 2009 can use the HDMI cable for both audio and video. For Macs built before late 2009, you will need to use the computer speakers, the headphones or a separate cable from the headphone jack to the TV.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I request subtitles if a title doesn't have any?

Many titles come to us with no subtitles. We do our best to add subtitles where we have capacity and budget.


Since 2024 we do have the ability to add AI-generated captions which are imperfect but better than nothing. We generate these on an on-demand basis for back-content. If you'd like subtitles on a particular title let us know so we can prioritise it.

Request subtitles: https://airtable.com/appsyN2IpaFKNr1gC/shrpJHnHCbgmRTcpo

How often do you add new content?

We are building up our content every month. Because we are running this platform as a social enterprise that supports future film and LBQ filmmakers, we are committing to steadily building the content. The more subscribers we have, the more content we will add. This encourages members to spread the word and tell their friends. We need your help to spread the word because it is difficult to get press coverage as lesbian and bisexual women are not supported by most LGBT or mainstream press as we are seen as too niche or not popular enough.

Where does my subscription fee go?

Lesflicks runs as a social enterprise and we are keen to be transparent and open. As such we want you to know exactly where your money is going.


We price fairly so you get lots of content for a small monthly fee and the distributors and creators get paid for their work.

  • 50% goes straight back to the content owners in royalties

  • 30% goes on running the platform (licenses, platform costs)

  • 20% is used for marketing and administration

If a title is available elsewhere online for less or free, why should I watch it through Lesflicks?

We need to support the sapphic film industry and authentic queer content creators as funding is lacking and filmmakers are often told there is no audience for lesbian and bisexual films. By subscribing to Lesflicks and paying you are directly supporting the filmmakers of the existing films on this platform, and also future filmmakers through the Lesflicks grants fund. We do not recommend the use of illegal sites and VPNs to watch any lesbian content. All this does is decrease viewing numbers of lesbian films in your country and further increases the perception of a lack of an audience. All viewing numbers through illegal download sites and VPNs do not count towards viewing numbers in your country which only means that less films are likely to get distribution in the future because there is not a visible audience available.

Why are some titles only available to rent on Lesflicks?

The access that we are able to provide these films in is determined by the distributor or film owner. They will decide on the different ways the film can be provided to you on Lesflicks.


Some titles may be new and still in their TVOD/rental window. Others the distributor only had TVOD/rental rights available.


There is also a hierarchy to release. Films are released first theatrically, then as rentals and then to subscription. Finally they get distributed to advertising platforms for free. There are four access types (Lesflicks runs on PVOD, TVOD and SVOD):

  • PVOD (premium video on demand) which allows a rental for a period of 24 hours for a premium fee in the first 2 weeks or release.

  • TVOD (transaction video on demand) which allows a rental for a period of 3-5 days where you can watch one title as many times as you like within that period of time.

  • SVOD (subscription video on demand) which allows you to pay a fixed monthly fee to watch as much content as you like during the subscription period.

  • EST (electronic sell-through) which allows you to pay a fee to download a media file that you can keep on a hard drive. Like purchasing a digital DVD.

  • FAST (free ad-supported television)/AVOD (ad-supported video on demand)/FVOD (Free video on demand) which gives you free access to watch a title but with advertising before, during and after.

What countries can I watch from?

Lesflicks is  run out of the UK, however it is a global platform. Most of our independent content is not restricted to a certain jurisdiction and so can be viewed from anywhere in the world. A small proportion of content is only available in some regions. To make it clear we have created pages listing all content available in key regions which is available under WAYS TO WATCH in the menu.


As we bring in more content that comes from distributors, these may be available in limited regions which is decided by the person who has the rights. Most film rights are sold to different distributors in different regions. You will be able to browse the full collection, but where a film is not available in your region, you will see a note advising you that the content is unavailable in your region.


We are keen to link up with women in Europe, Australia, New Zealand and everywhere else around the world to get distribution rights in these locations so if you would like to join our team and help us fast track the access in your area please get in touch!

Why is there a VAT/GST/Tax Charge?

The EU made some changes recently that means that the US platform we are using must issue tax separately to the listed price and list the fees net of tax. This means although we list the subscription price, when you to go pay you see the gross price including your local tax.


Local taxes:

Why aren't new films that are showing at film festivals on the platform?

Whilst films are on the film festival circuit they are often restricted from being included on platforms. We are keen to ensure that filmmakers get the biggest platform possible and playing at festivals is an important part of that. We won’t take on films that are still on the festival circuit, although we are collating a list of future content so that we can revert back to the filmmaker once that festival circuit is complete. Depending on the film, it may be on the festival circuit anywhere from six months to two years.

My membership is called a legacy plan, what does that mean?

Our prices increased on 6 May 2022 for new subscribers to reflect that we are the most extensive sapphic platform and that we now offer over 300 curated authentic sapphic stories; but also that you get much more than just a streaming platform with Lesflicks.


We grandmothered all existing subscribers, so if you stay subscribed you will retain our original pricing for life and will see no increase. If you choose to unsubscribe, should you wish to re-join at any time in the future, you will be required to do so at the new higher price.

Is there a way to get free access to Lesflicks?

We know that money can be tight, as we are a small independent social enterprise with financial constraints ourselves.


In order to help our customers who need to reduce their spending, we have launched a referral scheme. You can now get 30 free days access for every person who signs up using your own referral code.


You can access your referral code when signed into your account by going to https://lesflicksvod.com/dashboard/invite - we hope that this is of interest; 12 referrals and you won’t have to pay anything all year!

How do I cancel or change my website subscription?

You need to make sure you are logged into your account. Click on YOUR ACCOUNT and go to the BILLING tab.  You can then click on CHANGE PLAN if you want to upgrade or downgrade your subscription or membership or CANCEL MEMBERSHIP if you wish to leave.


Please note that if you are on a legacy subscription you will lose your legacy pricing should you re-join.


Please take a moment to let us know why you are leaving as this is really important to us.

How do I view or cancel an in-app subscription

All changes to an In-App Subscription must be made by the User.

Users can manage In-App Subscriptions in device/account settings including:

  • View Subscription: Receipt for payment, date trial ends, next payment date

  • Cancel Subscription: You must cancel where subscription was purchased

  • Restore Purchase: User has active In-App Subscription but can't access content

How-To Guides:

-View or Cancel In-App Subscription: Google; Apple; Amazon; Roku

-Restore Purchase: Android & iOS: Restore Purchase

All payments for In-App Subscriptions are processed through the App Store and are not available for refunds via the LesflicksVOD platform. Customers will need to request the refund directly from the App they signed up through.