Yes, you can block shows on Disney Plus using parental controls

Disney Plus lets you restrict access to specific titles through its parental controls feature. You set a PIN code, then use it to block individual shows and movies from appearing on a profile. Once blocked, that title will not show up in search results or recommendations on that profile, and anyone using the profile cannot watch it without the PIN.

The blocking works at the profile level, not the account level. This means you can block a show on your child's profile while keeping it visible on your own. You can also set content ratings — for example, block everything rated TV-14 and above — but blocking individual titles gives you more precise control over what appears.

Key Takeaways

  • Parental controls require a PIN that you create, and you use that PIN to block specific shows or set content ratings on individual profiles.
  • Blocked titles disappear from search, recommendations, and browse pages on that profile, but remain available on other profiles on the same account.
  • You can block by individual title or by content rating (G, PG, PG-13, TV-14, TV-MA, and others), or use both methods together.
  • The person using the profile cannot remove the block themselves — only someone with the PIN can change parental control settings.

How to block a specific show or movie

Open Disney Plus and go to your account settings. Select the profile you want to restrict, then choose Parental Controls. You will be asked to create a four-digit PIN if you have not already — write this down and keep it somewhere safe, because you will need it every time you want to change what is blocked.

Once the PIN is set, you will see options to block by content rating or by specific title. To block an individual show, search for it by name, then select the block icon next to it. The title will when ready stop appearing on that profile. Repeat this for each show or movie you want to hide.

If you want to unblock something later, go back to Parental Controls, enter your PIN, find the title in your blocked list, and select unblock. The show will reappear on the profile within a few minutes.

Blocking by content rating instead of individual titles

If you prefer not to block shows one at a time, you can set a maximum content rating for the profile. For example, you can set the profile to show only G and PG content, which will automatically hide everything rated PG-13 and above. Disney Plus uses these ratings: G, PG, PG-13, TV-7, TV-14, and TV-MA.

This approach is faster if your child is young and you want to block most mature content at once. However, it is less flexible — you cannot allow a specific PG-13 show while blocking others at the same rating. If you need that level of control, blocking individual titles works better.

You can use both methods together. For example, you might set the maximum rating to PG-13, then also block specific PG-13 shows that you do not want visible. This gives you a safety net plus targeted restrictions.

What happens when someone tries to watch a blocked show

If someone using a restricted profile tries to search for or click on a blocked title, they will see a message saying the content is restricted. They will be prompted to enter the parental control PIN to watch it. If they do not have the PIN, they cannot proceed.

Blocked titles do not appear in search results, recommendations, or browse categories on that profile at all. This means a child is unlikely to stumble across a blocked show by accident — they would have to know the exact name and search for it directly.

Setting up separate profiles for different family members

Disney Plus allows multiple profiles on a single account, and each profile can have its own parental control settings. This is useful if you have children of different ages or if you want different restrictions for different people.

To create a new profile, go to account settings and select Add Profile. Give it a name and choose an avatar. Then set up parental controls on that profile separately from others. Your own profile can have no restrictions, while a child's profile can have strict blocking in place.

Each profile has its own watch history, recommendations, and saved shows, so blocking on one profile does not affect what anyone else sees. You can switch between profiles by clicking your profile icon in the top right corner.

Resetting or changing your parental control PIN

If you forget your PIN, you can reset it through your account settings. Go to the profile with parental controls enabled, select Parental Controls, and choose Forgot PIN. Disney Plus will ask you to verify your account using the email address associated with your Disney Plus account.

Once verified, you can create a new PIN. This process takes a few minutes. If you want to change your PIN without forgetting it, you can also do this in Parental Controls by entering your current PIN and selecting Change PIN.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a child remove a blocked show from their profile?

No. Only someone with the parental control PIN can block or unblock titles. A child using the profile cannot change these settings, even if they know the PIN for other purposes. The restrictions stay in place until you remove them.

Does blocking a show on one profile hide it from all profiles?

No. Blocking only affects the specific profile where you set the restriction. Other profiles on the same account will still see the show in search and recommendations. You have to block it separately on each profile if you want it hidden from multiple people.

Can I block a show that is not yet released?

You can block shows by content rating, which will hide unreleased titles at that rating once they arrive. However, you cannot block a specific future title by name until it is available on Disney Plus. Once it is added to the service, you can search for it and block it individually.

What if someone knows my PIN and changes the parental controls?

If you suspect someone has accessed your PIN, reset it when ready through your account settings. Choose a PIN that is not straightforward to guess — avoid birthdays or straightforward sequences like 1234. Store it somewhere only you can access, separate from your Disney Plus password.

Do parental controls work on all devices?

Yes. Parental controls explore to the profile across all devices — phones, tablets, smart TVs, and computers. If you block a show on one device, it will be blocked on that profile everywhere. The restrictions sync automatically across your account.