Looking for a new streaming platform this year? Meet Kanopy, the premium streaming service now available to you for free using your Blaisdell Memorial Library Card. Kanopy brings you a curated collection with no monthly fees, zero ads, and compatible streaming on a variety of platforms. Our plan affords patrons 25 tickets per month to access the collection that includes:
- Award-Winning Indie Films: Gems from A24, Criterion Collection, and The Great Courses.
- Powerful Documentaries: Deep dives into social issues, history, and science.
- World Cinema: Critically acclaimed films from every corner of the globe.
- Kanopy Kids: A separate, curated collection for children with parental controls featuring favorites like Sesame Street and Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
Simply download the Kanopy app, have your library card available, and follow the sign in instructions. You can also follow the step by step instructions provided at the Kanopy help webpage.
Kanopy is available on the following devices:
Mobile Devices:
- iPhones and iPads via the Apple App store
- Android devices via the Google Play store
- Amazon Fire tablets via the Amazon App store
Smart TVs:
- Google TV and Android TV
- Apple TV
- Fire TV
- Roku TV
- Samsung TV
Please note that you may need to upgrade your device OS in order to use the Kanopy app. Please contact the library if you experience any difficulties.