A reader asked if I’ve tried Kanopy for movies. I have. The service is available from my university library (not my public library), with very limited “educational” offerings.
Years ago, the university library made all of Kanopy’s offerings available. Then it became necessary to fill out a form explaining why you wanted to watch something. (I once wrote “curiosity,” and the library obliged.) And now there’s very little available: “Alas, your selection isn’t available at your library.”
It’s a money thing, of course.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Kanopy?
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I know someone who keeps raving about Kanopy, and I keep raving back, not available through the Chicago Public Library system. I've noticed some people don't understand that these things aren't available universally just because they have access.
I’m surprised the CPL doesn’t have it. But there are so many ways to get movies now, and a free-with-library-card city-wide streaming service would likely be unsustainable.
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