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Accessing Films & Movies for Courses: Kanopy

This guide provides faculty with information on accessing streaming films and videos for their courses through SIUE’s library resources. It includes details on licensed platforms like Kanopy and Alexander Street Press, as well as guidelines on copyright a

  • Kanopy provides access to a wide range of educational and feature films.
  • Titles are licensed for a limited time (typically one year) and require renewal upon expiration.
  • Licenses cover in-class screenings, on-campus and off-campus viewing, and unlimited simultaneous users.

How to access

Access Kanopy through our A-Z database list

Request a film

To request access to a Kanopy film that's not currently available at your institution:

  1. Search for the title on Kanopy.
  2. Select Request Access above the results.
  3. Select the title you're interested in.
  4. Complete the form and select Request Access.

The Request Access form goes directly to your institution for their review.

Watch a video overview of requesting access to films

Want more information about Kanopy? Check out this guide