How to block content on Disney Plus
Disney Plus lets you block specific shows and movies so they won't appear in search results, recommendations, or your watch history on any device linked to your account. You can block titles individually through the app or website, and blocked content stays hidden until you unblock it. This works across all profiles on your account, though you can also set up a separate profile with parental controls if you want stricter limits on what certain viewers can see.
The blocking feature is different from parental controls. Blocking hides specific titles you choose. Parental controls restrict an entire profile to a maturity rating (like TV-14 or PG). You can use both together — block certain shows even within an allowed rating, and set a PIN so the restrictions can't be changed without a password.
Key Takeaways
- You block individual shows or movies by selecting the title, opening its menu, and choosing "Block" — the title then disappears from search and recommendations across your account.
- Blocked content is hidden from all profiles on your account, but parental controls on a single profile restrict only that profile to a specific maturity rating.
- Parental controls require a PIN to change, so a child cannot raise the rating limit without your password.
- You can unblock any title the same way you blocked it, by finding it through your account settings or by searching for it directly.
Blocking a single show or movie
Open the Disney Plus app or website and find the show or movie you want to block. Click or tap the title to open its detail page. Look for the three-dot menu icon (often called "More" or an options menu) — it is usually in the top right corner of the title card or near the play button.
Select "Block" from the menu. Disney Plus will ask you to confirm. Once you confirm, the title disappears from your account's search results, recommendations, and watch history. If someone on your account searches for that exact title by name, they will still see it in the search results, but it will not appear in "For You" recommendations or browsing categories.
Setting up parental controls for a profile
Parental controls work differently from blocking — they restrict an entire profile to a maturity rating rather than hiding specific titles. Go to your account settings (usually a gear icon or "Account" in the menu). Select "Parental Controls" or "Profile Lock".
Choose the profile you want to restrict. Select a maturity rating: Disney (all ages), TV-7, TV-14, or TV-MA. Any show or movie rated above that level will be hidden from that profile. Set a PIN — a four-digit code that must be entered to change the rating or unlock the profile. Without the PIN, a child cannot raise the limit or view restricted content, even if they know your account password.
The PIN is separate from your account password. Write it down and store it somewhere safe. If you forget it, you will need to contact Disney Plus support to reset it.
Unblocking content you have blocked
To unblock a title, go to your account settings and look for "Blocked Titles" or "Content Restrictions." You will see a list of everything you have blocked. Select the title and choose "Unblock." It will reappear in search results and recommendations when ready.
If you cannot find the blocked titles list in settings, search for the title by name in the app or website. When you find it, open the menu and select "Unblock" instead of "Block." Either method works.
Differences between blocking and parental controls
Blocking hides specific titles you choose. It affects your entire account — all profiles see the blocked content as hidden. Parental controls restrict a single profile to a maturity rating and require a PIN to change. A profile with parental controls set to TV-7 will not show any TV-14 or TV-MA content, even if you have not blocked those titles individually.
Use blocking when you want to hide one or two specific shows but allow everything else. Use parental controls when you want to restrict an entire profile — for example, a child's profile — to age-appropriate content. You can use both: set parental controls on a child's profile to TV-7, and also block specific TV-7 shows that you do not want them to see.
What happens when someone searches for a blocked title
If someone on your account searches for a blocked title by its exact name, they will see it in the search results. However, the title will not appear in "For You" recommendations, trending lists, or category browsing. They can see that it exists, but they cannot easily stumble across it.
If you want to prevent someone from even seeing a title in search results, parental controls are more effective — a profile restricted to TV-7 will not see TV-14 or TV-MA titles at all, even if someone searches for them by name. Blocking is better for hiding specific titles within an allowed rating.
Blocking content on different devices
Blocking works the same way on the Disney Plus app (phone, tablet, smart TV) and the website. When you block a title on one device, it is blocked across your entire account on all devices. You do not need to block the same show multiple times.
Parental controls also sync across devices. If you set a PIN on a profile using the website, that PIN protects the profile on the app and smart TV as well. Changes take effect within a few minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I block content on just one profile instead of my whole account?
Blocking hides a title from your entire account. If you want to restrict just one profile, use parental controls instead — set that profile to a lower maturity rating and set a PIN. That way, only that profile is restricted, and other profiles on your account can see all content.
What if I block something by accident?
You can unblock it when ready. Go to account settings, find "Blocked Titles," and select the title to unblock it. It will reappear in recommendations and search results within a few minutes. If you cannot find the blocked titles list, search for the title by name and select "Unblock" from its menu.
Does blocking a show remove it from my watch history?
Blocking a show removes it from appearing in recommendations and search results going forward. It does not erase it from your watch history if you have already watched it. If you want to remove something from your history, you can delete individual titles from your watch history separately.
Can someone else on my account unblock something I blocked?
Yes — blocking is account-wide, so anyone with access to your account settings can unblock titles. If you want to prevent that, use parental controls with a PIN instead. A profile with parental controls cannot view restricted content without the PIN, and the PIN cannot be changed without your password.
Do blocked titles still count toward my account storage or recommendations?
Blocked titles do not take up storage space — Disney Plus streams everything. They also do not appear in your recommendations or "Continue Watching" list once blocked. However, they remain in your watch history unless you delete them separately.