# Playlet: Watch Short Dramas&TV > Playlet: HD streaming, short dramas for busy moments Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shortvideo.playlet](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shortvideo.playlet) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.shortvideo.playlet` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** MICROSHOWTIME - **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT - **Downloads:** 6,948,898 - **Rating:** 4.45 / 5 (141,571 ratings) - **Version:** 3.28.0 - **Last updated:** 2026-09-11 - **First published:** 2023-11-18 - **Publisher country:** HK - **Size:** 117 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-21 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shortvideo.playlet) - **Website:** [https://playlet.com](https://playlet.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [http://www.playlet.com/privacy-agreement.html](http://www.playlet.com/privacy-agreement.html) ## Description **Playlet: Your Ultimate Destination for Short Dramas and TV Shows** Playlet is the perfect app for anyone craving quick, entertaining video content. Designed for busy schedules, it offers a rich selection of short dramas across multiple genres, including urban dramas, romantic comedies, family sagas, and thrilling revenge plots. With stories penned by talented local screenwriters and produced by Hollywood-quality teams, Playlet ensures a captivating viewing experience. **Key Features:** - Diverse genres: from steamy romances to epic family feuds - High-definition visuals and premium sound quality - Lightweight app ensuring smooth streaming without draining device resources - Membership perks with access to exclusive dramas and discounts Download Playlet to transform your spare moments into engaging entertainment wherever you are! ## Rankings - #18,914 — Overall - #150 — Entertainment (Gross) - #167 — Entertainment (Free) - #63 — Top app in Philippines - #148 — Top app in Indonesia - #196 — Top app in Malaysia ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY` - `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.EXPAND_STATUS_BAR` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.MOUNT_UNMOUNT_FILESYSTEMS` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE` - `android.permission.READ_CLIPBOARD` - `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.READ_PRIVILEGED_PHONE_STATE` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA` - `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS` - `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS` - `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ` - `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE` - `com.shortvideo.playlet.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE` - `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ` - `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE` ## Review summary Users generally find Playlet has good or engaging stories and a nice app feel, but the experience is marred by an aggressive ad load and monetization tactics. Many reviews complain about excessive ads, ad-supported unlocks, and very short/limited episodes. The coin system is seen as expensive and unreliable, with several reports of misdelivered coins or paid access not delivering. Several users feel the app misrepresents free access, promising 'free' trials that require payment. While some call it promising or interesting, the dominant sentiment is frustration over ads, paywalls, and access limits. ### Pros - Good stories / engaging content - Positive overall app feel (nice, good, or perfect app experience) - Some users find the content interesting ### Cons - Excessive ads and ad-driven monetization - Pay-to-unlock mechanics and expensive/unreliable coins - Misleading free access / false free promises and trials - Limited free content access and very short episodes / waiting ## Similar extensions and apps - [ShortPlay - Drama&Reels](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.technoriseit.screenmirroring.screenmirroringtv) — 149,242 users - [ShortPlay - Drama&Reels](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.drus.shoryplay.hot) — 775,643 users - [PlayletTV](https://chrome-stats.com/d/cc.playlettv.tool) — 1 users - [Shortsplay-Watch Dramas&Movies](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.heibaitec.jiuhu.qskdjk.shortsplay) — 15,577 users - [PlayShorts - Popular Dramas](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.playshorts.dramas) — 12,093 users - [PlayletBox](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.playlet.box) — 14,081 users - [DramaPlay: Watch Short Dramas](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.launcher.hw.duanjv.drama.betty) — 30,691 users - [PlotTV - Short Drama Series](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.plottv.an.drama) — 239 users - [PlayShort](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.playshort.app) — 14,803 users, 3.40 / 5 - [Drama Hub - Shorts & Reels](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.drama.reels.short) — 17,304 users - [PlaySet – Short Dramas & Reels](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.multitv.multimovietv) — 120 users - [HoneyShort](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gw.novel.oversea) — 1,747 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.shortvideo.playlet)