Using your MPHPL card and the digital app Kanopy, you have a front-row seat to thousands of movies and documentaries without ads – along with television favorites and kids programming, all at no cost, brought to you by MPHPL.
As of August 12, 2024, your library card gets you free access to the following four Kanopy packages: British Cinema & TV, Favorites, TV Series and Kanopy Kids.
Many Kanopy users consider the digital resource an undiscovered gem when compared to big paid streamers. Not only is Kanopy ideal for film buffs, but it is perfect for anyone who loves not paying for video content.
How Is Kanopy Free for Me?
Just as MPHPL buys books to add to our collection for you to borrow, MPHPL offers a variety of digital resources too – Kanopy is one of our digital apps. Watch for free with no ads.
Why Do I Need a Library Card?
Kanopy is only available through libraries, so you need to be a cardholder of a participating library like MPHPL to start watching Kanopy. If you are a MPHPL cardholder, you can start watching by signing up with your valid public library card number and PIN. You will then be asked to create an account. Some restrictions apply.
What is Kanopy Kids?
Kanopy Kids is Kanopy’s collection of movies and shows for kids available in public libraries only. Kanopy Kids is a tightly curated collection of the best children’s programming available today. The kids’ selection is curated to support early literacy, STEM education and foreign language learning. Using favorite children’s characters from Sesame Street, PBS Kids, Weston Woods and more. The collection of kids films inspires empathy, critical thinking and self-esteem in young viewers. Parents can trust that the Kanopy catalog encourages social and emotional development, promotes respect for community diversity and inspires creativity. Browse Kanopy Kids and discover the videos that spark children’s imagination. MPHPL offers unlimited plays in Kanopy Kids, so you have unlimited access to enriching, educational and entertaining content and TV series for your little one(s).
In Good Company
Kanopy works with over 4,000 libraries and 158 million library cardholders around the world.
Get Started Today
To access free materials on Kanopy you must first create an account by using your MPHPL card number and visiting https://mphpl.kanopy.com.
Next, you are prompted to create a username using your email address and a password for your free Kanopy account. Once you create your account, you can use the Kanopy website to stream video content on your computer or smart TV or visit the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store to download the Kanopy app for your smartphone or tablet.
If you do not have a MPHPL card, learn about the requirements for a free card by visiting our Get a Library Card web page. Kanopy is unavailable for Limited-Access and Digital Limited-Access Youth cardholders. Please note that Kanopy video content may be subject to change.