Hawaiʻi State
Public Library System

Kanopy is a video streaming service that provides instant access to thousands of critically acclaimed movies, documentaries, and Kids favorites. Kanopy partners with studios like A24, The Criterion Collection, PBS and more to bring your library access to thoughtful entertainment. Free streaming access is available with your HSPLS library card.

Kanopy also has a Kids collection that includes animated storybooks, family-friendly movies, and popular titles like Arthur, Babar, Sesame Street and more. You can create parental controls so that your children watch the best films and series just for them.

How Can I Watch Kanopy?

You can stream Kanopy on any of your favorite devices! Kanopy is accessible via mobile and tablet apps for iPhone and Android. You can also access Kanopy on your Desktop, and SmartTV apps like Roku, Apple TV, and Fire TV Stick.

Begin Using Kanopy

To get started:

1. Visit HSPLS’s Kanopy website and select the “Add Library Card” button on the lower left.
2. Enter your ten-digit library card number and PIN. If you do not know your PIN, contact your local library.
3. Create an account using your preferred email.
4. Begin streaming!

Using Your Tickets

The viewing experience is easier than ever with the switch from play credits to tickets. You can the number of tickets required and the viewing period for each film, TV series, or Great Course next to the play button.

• Nine (9) tickets per month
• Unused tickets are not carried over to the next month.
• Unlimited viewing of Kanopy Kids content

Learn more by watching this Kanopy tutorial video.