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Streaming Media: Home

Access streaming video platforms, borrowing policies, and faculty course integration options.

Access thousands of educational videos, documentaries, and films through our streaming video platforms, all of which are available online 24/7 with your Loyola credentials.

Also see: Audiobooks

Quick Video Search

 

Finding Streaming Videos

Search across all our video collections using Collections Search. Enter your topic or title, then click the “DVD / Streaming Video” filter and look for “Online Access” links for streaming content.

Major Streaming Platforms

Academic Content

  • Kanopy - Documentaries, independent films, classic and award-winning features, and educational videos. Distributors include Criterion Collection/Janus Films, PBS, Kino Lorber, California Newsreel, and many others. Some titles include public performance rights. Note: If you create a Kanopy account, you must renew it yearly while on campus and using a browser (not the Kanopy app).

  • Academic Video Online - Educational content across disciplines including anthropology, business, counseling, film, health, history, music, and more. Includes contemporary sources and significant amounts of primary source materials.

  • Swank Motion Pictures - Feature films and documentaries from major studios including Paramount, Universal, Warner Bros., and more. Includes cinema classics and contemporary films. Faculty can request individual titles for instructional purposes. Note: Swank titles do not include public performance rights.

Browse All Platforms

Off-Campus Access

All streaming video platforms are available off-campus with your Loyola credentials. If you experience login issues, please see our off-campus access guide.

Using Streaming Video in Courses

For detailed information about integrating streaming video into your courses, including course reserves, faculty requests, and classroom viewing options, please see Audiovisual Services.

Physical Media

For information about our DVD collection, please see Audiovisual Services.

Getting Help

  • Streaming video questions: lib-av@luc.edu or Chris Martin (, 773-508-2636).
  • Off-campus access issues: Please see our off-campus access help for login troubleshooting.
  • General help: Ask a librarian for assistance in finding appropriate videos for your research or coursework.
  • Accessibility note: Most streaming platforms offer closed captions. Look for CC icons in video players or settings menus.
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