Stream independent films, documentaries, classic films, Great Courses, Milestone Films, world cinema, kids' educational programming, and kids' movies (with Common Sense Media ratings).
Important details
- Users receive 40 tickets per month. Tickets reset on the first of the month.
- Every video is labeled with a ticket value and viewing period, so users will know how many tickets a video uses prior to viewing it.
- Unlimited borrowing and viewing is allowed in Kanopy Kids.
- The collection will change as Kanopy adds and deletes material. FVRL does not select Kanopy content.
Some other things to know:
- You can view your borrowing history from a web browser, but not from the apps at present.
- To more easily find titles you wish to watch or have already borrowed, add them to your Watchlist.
- The mobile version of the Kanopy app includes a menu option to Continue Watching any videos you have started but not completed. If a video is not currently checked out by you, tapping to Continue Watching will use one of your monthly borrowing credits.
Get started today!
- Create an account with an email and password of your choice.
- Verify your email and enter your card number and PIN to complete sign-up.
- Download the appropriate app for your device, or use it in your web browser.
- Borrow and enjoy!
- Find Help if you need it.
Learn about Kanopy Kids
Kanopy also offers children's movies, shows, and educational programs through Kanopy Kids.
- When you open Kanopy, select "Go to Kanopy Kids."
- Unlimited borrowing and viewing is allowed in Kanopy Kids.
- You can set parental controls, so young viewers stay in the Kanopy Kids area.
- Learn more about Kanopy Kids!