# CuriosityStream — Watch smart documentaries

> Global streaming service for science, nature, history, and biography documentaries. (iPhone/iPad app by CuriosityStream, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/curiositystream/id971830624 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [CuriosityStream, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/971830623)
- Category: Entertainment, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 6,266 App Store ratings · 335 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 44 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2015-03-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/curiositystream/id971830624/reviews.md

## What is CuriosityStream?

CuriosityStream is the world’s leading documentary and non-fiction streaming service covering science, nature, history, biographies of real characters of consequence and pretty much anything else you can think of. 
Learn about our natural world alongside luminaries like Sir David Attenborough. Look at our universe with wonder as Michio Kaku and Brian Greene broaden your perspective on space, time and the future. Step back in time and explore dinosaurs, ancient history, and the rise of homo sapiens.
Curiositystream also offers CuriosityKIDS, a dedicated collection of safe, entertaining and inspiring programs for families to enjoy together or for kids to watch on their own. Let CuriosityKids spark a love of learning and a passion for exploration. Plus, all CuriosityStream shows are downloadable so you can keep kids entertained while on the go. Whether your kids are budding astronomers, paleontologists, or historians, CuriosityStream has got you covered with award-winning, ad-free content.
Join more than 20 million CuriosityStream subscribers and explore thousands of brain-boosting documentaries. 
CuriosityStream membership benefits:
- Unlimited streaming of the best in documentary programming
- Download shows so you can watch anytime, anywhere without an internet connection
- 4K and HD documentaries available on multiple devices
- New content added weekly so you’ll never run out of things to watch
- Browse titles with multiple search tools to help you quickly find your favorite subject areas
- Rate your favorite shows and get recommendations for related content 
- Bookmark shows to watch later or resume watching previously viewed shows on other devices

You may cancel your membership and stop the billing anytime by logging into your account.

Please Note:
- Payment will be charged to the user's iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
-Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
- Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period
- Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
By downloading this application, you agree to the CuriosityStream Terms of Use (https://curiositystream.com/terms) and Privacy Policy (https://curiositystream.com/privacy).

## Key features

- Unlimited documentary streaming
- Offline viewing with downloads
- 4K and HD content
- New content added weekly
- CuriosityKIDS section
- Ad-free experience

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic | $5.99 | per month |
| Basic | $49.99 | per year |
| Standard | $5.99 | per month |
| Standard | $49.99 | per year |
| Smart Bundle | $11.99 | per month |
| Smart Bundle | $79.99 | per year |


## What do users think of CuriosityStream?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great content
- 💡 Excellent value for money
- 👍 Diverse range of documentaries
- 👍 Informative and educational

**Cons**

- 🐛 Buggy app with frequent crashes
- 🐛 Streaming issues and buffering problems
- 🐛 Poor user interface and navigation
- 🐛 Chromecast/casting support issues
- 🐛 Inconsistent playback controls

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Videos not resuming from last position
- Casting issues and video playback problems
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps

**Most requested features**

- Offline downloads
- Profiles/multiple user support
- Improved search and recommendation features
- Better integration with TV platforms
- Customizable playback controls

## Recent user reviews (10 of 335)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/curiositystream/id971830624/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Buggy App

*2026-07-26, version 4.1.40*

Subscribed through Apple Pay, but still cannot access any of the content and throws up errors anytime I try to setup the account any further than the plan screen.

### 4/5 — Buggy for chromecast and Xbox

*2026-07-14, version 4.1.40*

Love the content and will keep subscribing. But please fix the freezing and errors both in casting to chromecast and playing on Xbox app.

### 3/5 — Keep Watching editing.

*2026-07-01, version 4.1.40*

Would love to be able to edit the Keep Watching screen. Shows your not interested in hang around with out a edit function.

### 1/5 — Back from the future

*2026-05-10, version 4.1.40*

I used to love this app and watched for years most shows of interest. Cancelled it. But got a new offer,so i joined again only to find out that it has become a lousy app.  Some videos won’t play unless you play them one after the other like in what’s in the barn. Worse, if you are in full screen,no way out unless you force close the app all together. It has become very unfriendly. Also, no idea how old is some of the stuff. You can’t see dates. I want to encourage them, but they need to get their shneegles up and running.

### 1/5 — WARNING: Cannot cancel subscription

*2026-04-14, version 4.1.40*

Unethical subscription practices. Once they have your credit card, you are doomed. Cannot cancel online either, even on the very day that the charge appears on your credit card!  Their website just sends you into a loop. When I wrote to them about this and said I want to cancel my subscription, they ignored my points entirely, but said they would cut their annual fee in half - but only if I contacted them again to let them know that I want to stay on with them again this year - which presumably means that we would repeat this process again next year. This is an UNETHICAL operation. You have been warned.

### 3/5 — Recommendation

*2026-03-16*

Hey ! Curiosity stream kind of thinks that by making some documentaries, it makes people attached . But people get hooked to only micro learning and they seldom pay for documentaries . I suggest you create reels and host them on your platform and each reel shall have an explanation if you swipe right and a documentary recommendation if tapped on the right page. Call me back when you implement this . I will subscribe . Bye until then

### 1/5 — Sleezy tactics

*2026-03-09, version 4.1.38*

They dont allow you to cancel your subscription with the same amount of ease as signing up for it. They wont even let you stop paying in app. You have to get redirected to some other site. Just not seeing “stop paying” easily in my app settings just felt really manipulative.

### 5/5 — An app I get excited for on weekends

*2026-02-15, version 4.1.37*

When I was a kid, I used to watch Discovery Channel all the time went to the store bought the tapes, but they don’t care about exploring the world anymore or showing cool documentaries when I found out Curiosity Stream was created by the original founders. I checked it out got a promo code sponsorship so I got a discount for a whole year and been watching ever since it’s good to know that documentary still have a place on streaming besides YouTube and Netflix

### 3/5 — Amazing Content/Too Little of It

*2025-08-24, version 4.1.33*

They have amazing shows to nerd out to but they don’t have much and they don’t add much. It makes me not want to renew the yearly subscription and pay every couple of months.

### 1/5 — Not family friendly

*2025-08-08, version 4.1.33*

No profiles for family members. Subtitles and Audio are extremely limited. Usually English only and. It even hearing impaired options

## Frequently asked questions about CuriosityStream

### What is CuriosityStream?

CuriosityStream is a leading streaming service dedicated to documentaries and non-fiction content. It offers a vast library covering science, nature, history, biographies, and more, with award-winning shows for all ages.

### What kind of content can I watch on CuriosityStream?

You can stream unlimited documentaries on topics like science, nature, history, space, and biographies. It also features CuriosityKIDS, a collection of safe and inspiring programs for children.

### Is CuriosityStream free or paid?

CuriosityStream operates on a subscription model. Payment is charged to your iTunes Account upon purchase confirmation, and the subscription automatically renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

### Can I watch CuriosityStream offline?

Yes, all CuriosityStream shows are downloadable, allowing you to watch them anytime, anywhere without an internet connection. This feature is particularly useful for keeping children entertained on the go.

### What devices are supported by CuriosityStream?

CuriosityStream offers 4K and HD documentaries available on multiple devices. You can manage your subscription and auto-renewal settings through your Account Settings after purchase.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1.40 — 2026-04-06

Thank you for using CuriosityStream! Every update of our app includes improvements for speed, reliability and a smoother user experience.

### 4.1.39 — 2026-03-19

Thank you for using CuriosityStream! Every update of our app includes improvements for speed, reliability and a smoother user experience.

### 4.1.38 — 2026-03-06

Thank you for using CuriosityStream! Every update of our app includes improvements for speed, reliability and a smoother user experience.

### 4.1.37 — 2026-01-26

Thank you for using CuriosityStream! Every update of our app includes improvements for speed, reliability and a smoother user experience.

### 4.1.36 — 2026-01-21

Thank you for using CuriosityStream! Every update of our app includes improvements for speed, reliability and a smoother user experience.

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