Can I transfer movies/tv shows to apple tv for storage to free up HD space?

Just wondering since my macbook pro is quickly becoming full. Any info would be appreciated, I haven't been able to find a solution.
Thanks!

short answer, no.
the appletv is not a primary storage device, and as such it is designed to only have copies of your content, and not the only content.
your master library is still itunes and as such itunes should always have all your content in it.
if you are running out of space then i suggest some external storage.

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