ATV (3rd Gen 1080p) + Netflix website syncing issues?

Hey there!
I recently bought and started using a 1080p Apple TV. One of its main uses is going to be watching things such as Netflix. As great as the quality is and everything, even after watching something beginning to end (credits too), the netflix website doesnt register that I have just finished watching said movie or tv show. It will display in the top right corner under "Recently Watched" but it will have "Resume" and then "0m of ....." Now this is really making a mess of my instant watching activity (not that its a HUGE problem) but does anybody know why it does this, and why it doesn't seem to sync properly? It syncs fine from everything else such as Computer / xbox 360, just not the apple tv.
Iv only seen a couple of other people with this same issue and it seems there is yet to be a solution / answer.
Thanks in advance!

Hello Donnie,
Thank you for providing so much information about what is going on with your Apple TV. You have definitely taken some really good steps to isolate the issue. I recommend reviewing the full article listed below, but step 5 specifically stands out to me for the situation you're experiencing:
5. Check Firewall Settings
If you have a firewall enabled in your router or computer, make sure that the firewall is not blocking communication between your computers. Home Sharing uses TCP port 3689 and UDP port 5353 to communicate with shared iTunes libraries.
In addition, Apple TV and Mac computers will use port 123 to set the time automatically. Incorrect date and time on either the computer or Apple TV can cause errors for Home Sharing and connections in general.
If you are unsure whether your router has a firewall or the required ports open, test additional devices or another network to help isolate the issue. If the devices tested work on another home network, it is your router or network configuration.
For Mac OS X, you don't have to edit the port addresses, but make sure the firewall in Apple () menu >System Preferences > Security > Firewall are not set to:
Block all incoming connections
Allow only essential services
If you use another security/firewall software on your computer or router, follow this article or contact the manufacturer or check the documentation on how to open TCP ports 123 and 3689 as well as UDP ports 123 and 5353.
You can find the full article here:
Troubleshooting Home Sharing
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts2972
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
Best,
Sheila M.

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