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About Marathon
What is Marathon?
Marathon is a social TV platform that makes watching shows a shared experience. It solves the problem of watching alone by syncing playback across devices so you and your friends can enjoy episodes together in real time, with built-in chat, reactions, and spoiler controls.
Who is it for?
Marathon is perfect for friend groups, long-distance couples, or anyone who wants to binge-watch together while staying connected. It is not for single viewers who prefer solo streaming without social features.
Real use cases
Start a rewatch of your favorite series with synchronized episodes, use custom lists to track what everyone wants to watch next, filter by genre to find common ground, and use release reminders so no one misses a new episode. Skip episodes together, add spoiler tags, and discuss in threaded comments.
Key features
- Synced playback — Watch episodes together in real time, no matter where your friends are.
- Custom lists — Create and share watchlists so everyone knows what is next.
- Genre filters — Filter shows by genre to find common favorites fast.
- Release reminders — Get notified when new episodes drop, so you never miss a watch party.
- Rewatch mode — Easily start a rewatch of a completed series with your group.
- Discussion threads — Chat about episodes with threaded comments, likes, and reactions.
- Spoiler tags — Protect friends who haven't caught up yet with built-in spoiler controls.
SaaSpartout Score
7.3
/10
Editorial score from our review methodology — not user ratings.
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Marathon Pricing
Marathon pricing: Free. Billing model: Free.
For comparison: the median starting price in Productivity is $9.99/month, measured across 371 tools we track. See the full SaaS Pricing Index →
Free Plan
Marathon is currently free to use. No pricing plans have been announced as the service is winding down. Check the website for updates.
Frequently asked questions
Is Marathon free?
Yes, Marathon is currently free to use. There are no paid plans announced.
How much does Marathon cost?
Marathon is free. No pricing tiers or subscription fees are listed on the site.
What does Marathon do?
Marathon lets you watch TV shows with friends in sync, with shared playback, chat, custom lists, and spoiler controls.
Who is Marathon best for?
Marathon is best for friend groups, couples, or communities who want to watch TV together remotely.
What are the best alternatives to Marathon?
Popular alternatives include Teleparty (formerly Netflix Party), Watch2Gether, and Scener, which offer synced streaming for various platforms.
Is Marathon still active?
Marathon is winding down according to its homepage. Features and access may be limited.
