Kanopy AlternativesVideo & Movie Streaming Services like Kanopy

Kanopy is described as 'We stream thoughtful entertainment to your preferred device with no fees and no commercials by partnering with public libraries and universities. Everyone from film scholars to casual viewers will discover remarkable and enriching films on Kanopy' and is a Video Streaming app in the education & reference category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Kanopy for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Android, iPhone, iPad and Android Tablet apps. The best Kanopy alternative is Stremio, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Kanopy are Netflix, Prime Video, CloudStream and Hulu.

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  1. Stremio icon

    Stremio

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    Versatile media center enabling seamless streaming of films, series, and YouTube in HD with subtitle support. Cast effortlessly to TV with DLNA, Chromecast integration. Explore via add-ons like Netflix, Amazon, torrent-streaming.

    95 Stremio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
    • Android TV
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    Comments about Stremio as an Alternative to Kanopy
    Matthew Hardisky
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    Stremio is not supported by your local library/university and you have to supply your own media or use an illegal server

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Stremio is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Kanopy.

    • Stremio is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Kanopy.

    • Stremio is Free and Open SourceKanopy is Free and Proprietary
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    Netflix

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    Access a vast library of global content with Netflix's movies and TV shows streaming, available in 4K. Experience seamless viewing across multiple devices, including Chromecast and AirPlay support, plus offline download options for flexible watching. Enjoy personalized recommendations through the intuitive interface.

    114 Netflix alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Daydream
    • Kindle Fire
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Nintendo Switch
    • Xbox
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    dataculi
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    Kanopy is focused on documentaries and educational content. Most of these alternatives are not.

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    • Netflix is the most popular Web-based alternative to Kanopy.

    • Netflix is the most popular commercial alternative to Kanopy.

    • Netflix is Paid and ProprietaryKanopy is Free and Proprietary
  4. Prime Video icon

    Prime Video

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    Access Amazon Originals, popular movies, and TV shows with a Prime membership. Use Prime Video Channels for more content. Rent or buy with no membership required. Take your favorites offline or stream across various devices. Discover actor facts and music with X-Ray.

    92 Prime Video alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Fire TV
    • Android TV
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  5. Hulu icon

    Hulu

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    Access thousands of episodes and films from current and classic TV shows on your favorite devices. Enjoy exclusive originals and movies with Hulu's subscription, featuring seamless streaming and personalized recommendations across a wide array of entertainment options.

    95 Hulu alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple TV
    • Playstation VR
    • Daydream
    • Kindle Fire
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Gear VR
    • Xbox
    • Meta Quest
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    Frames

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    Frames is a modern SVOD (Streaming Video on Demand) streaming service built with React and NestJS. It allows you to stream MP4 files from virtually any provider including local storage, S3, Dropbox, Google Drive, and more.

    52 Frames alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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    • Frames is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Kanopy.

    • Frames is Free and Open SourceKanopy is Free and Proprietary
  9. Libby by Overdrive icon

    Libby by Overdrive

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    Meet Libby. Discover ebooks and audiobooks from your local library. Brought to you by OverDrive.

    35 Libby by Overdrive alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Kindle Fire
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    Comments about Libby by Overdrive as an Alternative to Kanopy
    Matthew Hardisky
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    Kanopy is for movies. Libby is for eBooks/Audiobooks. Both are owned by OverDrive.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Libby by Overdrive is Free and ProprietaryKanopy is also Free and Proprietary
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    Crunchyroll

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    Watch over 25,000 episodes and 15,000 hours of latest and hottest Anime & Asian Drama 1 hour after TV broadcast!

    31 Crunchyroll alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Playstation VR
    • Kodi
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Xbox
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    Paramount+

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    Welcome to A Mountain of Entertainment. Stream tens of thousands of full episodes—including favorites from CBS, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., Comedy Central, BET, MTV and Smithsonian Channel—plus exclusive shows, brand-new originals, and live sporting events like UEFA Champions League...

    92 Paramount+ alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Android TV
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  13. Google TV icon

    Google TV

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    Google TV (also still known as Google Play Movies & TV or Google Play Movies in some regions) is an online video on demand service operated by Google.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android TV
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