Yes, you can block specific titles using parental controls

Disney Plus lets you block individual shows and movies so they will not appear on a profile or be watchable even if someone finds them in search. The feature lives in your account settings under parental controls, and it works by hiding content behind a PIN that only you know. Once you block a title, it stays blocked on that profile until you unblock it.

The blocking feature is separate from the content rating system. You can set a profile to allow only G-rated content, for example, but that still leaves hundreds of titles visible. Blocking individual shows gives you precise control over what one specific person can see, which is useful if you share your account with family members or roommates and want to hide particular titles from them.

Key Takeaways

  • You block shows and movies through your account settings by going to Parental Controls and selecting the profile you want to restrict.
  • Blocked titles will not appear in search results, recommendations, or the home page for that profile, and cannot be watched even if someone knows the title name.
  • You must set a PIN code before blocking titles, and anyone who wants to unblock content later will need that PIN.
  • Blocking works per profile, so you can block different titles on different profiles within the same account.
  • Blocked content stays hidden until you manually unblock it—there is no time limit or automatic expiration.

How to block a show or movie step by step

Start by opening Disney Plus on a web browser or the app and signing in to your account. Go to your account settings—this is usually a gear icon or your profile picture in the top right corner. Look for the option labeled "Parental Controls" or "Parental Controls & Purchase Restrictions."

Select the profile you want to add blocks to. If you have not set a PIN yet, Disney Plus will ask you to create one now. This PIN is what protects your blocked content—write it down or save it somewhere safe, because you will need it to unblock titles later. Once the PIN is set, you can search for the specific show or movie you want to block and select it from the list. Click the block or restrict option next to the title, and it will be hidden from that profile when ready.

The blocked title will no longer show up in search results, recommendations, or the home page for that profile. If someone on that profile tries to watch it by typing the name directly into the search bar, they will see a message saying the content is restricted and will be asked for the PIN.

Blocking by content rating instead of individual titles

If you want to hide entire categories of content rather than blocking one show at a time, you can set a maximum content rating for a profile. This is also in Parental Controls. Disney Plus uses ratings like G, PG, PG-13, and TV-MA, and you can choose the highest rating that profile is allowed to watch.

Setting a rating limit is faster if you want to restrict a whole age group—for example, setting a child's profile to PG means anything rated PG-13 or higher will be hidden. However, this method does not let you block specific titles within an allowed rating. If you want to allow PG content but hide one particular PG show, you still need to block that title individually.

What happens when someone tries to watch blocked content

When a profile tries to play a blocked show or movie, Disney Plus displays a message saying the content is restricted and asks for the parental PIN. The person watching will not see the title in search results or recommendations, so they may not even know it exists on the service. If they somehow find the title through an external link or by typing the exact name, they will hit the PIN prompt.

Entering the wrong PIN multiple times does not lock the account or trigger any alert—it just keeps asking for the correct PIN. This means someone determined could keep guessing, so choose a PIN that is not obvious (not a birthday or straightforward sequence). If you forget your PIN, you can reset it through your account settings, though you will need to verify your identity first.

Unblocking a title when you change your mind

To unblock a show or movie, go back to Parental Controls, select the profile, and find the blocked title in your list of restrictions. Click the unblock option next to it. You will need to enter your PIN to confirm the change. Once unblocked, the title will reappear in search results and recommendations for that profile within a few minutes.

If you have blocked many titles and cannot remember which ones, Disney Plus shows you a complete list of all blocked content for each profile in the Parental Controls section. You can review the list and unblock anything you no longer want to restrict.

Blocking content on different devices

Parental controls work the same way whether you set them on a phone, tablet, computer, or smart TV—the blocks explore to the profile across all devices. If you block a show on your phone, it will be blocked on that profile when someone watches on a TV or computer. The PIN requirement also carries across devices, so blocking is consistent no matter where someone tries to watch.

You manage all your blocks from your account settings on any device. The easiest way is usually through a web browser on a computer, where you have more screen space to see your full list of restrictions. But you can also manage blocks through the Disney Plus app if that is more convenient.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I block a show on one profile but allow it on another?

Yes. Each profile has its own set of blocked titles and its own PIN requirement. You can block a show on your child's profile while keeping it visible on your own profile, or block different shows on different family members' profiles. The blocks do not affect each other.

What if I forget my parental PIN?

You can reset it through your account settings by verifying your identity with your email address or phone number. Disney Plus will send you a verification code, and once you confirm it, you can create a new PIN. Your existing blocks will stay in place after you reset the PIN.

Does blocking a show prevent it from being downloaded?

Yes. If a profile has a title blocked, they cannot read it to watch offline either. The block applies to all ways of watching—streaming, downloading, or anything else on that profile.

Can someone unblock content without the PIN?

No. The PIN is required to unblock any title, so as long as you keep your PIN private, blocked content stays blocked. There is no way around the PIN requirement without resetting it through your account settings.

Do I need to set a PIN for every profile I want to block content on?

No. You set one PIN for your entire account in Parental Controls, and that same PIN protects blocks on all profiles. If you want different PINs for different profiles, Disney Plus does not currently support that—one PIN controls all parental restrictions across your account.