# Curiosity Stream

> Stream HD documentaries on a wide range of subjects, from science to history.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.curiosity.curiositystream](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.curiosity.curiositystream)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.curiosity.curiositystream`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** CuriosityStream Inc.
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 4,188,018
- **Rating:** 3.06 / 5 (14,709 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.1.40
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-05
- **First published:** 2015-03-13
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 58 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-24
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.curiosity.curiositystream)
- **Website:** [https://curiositystream.com](https://curiositystream.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://curiositystream.com/views/privacy.html](https://curiositystream.com/views/privacy.html)

## Description

CuriosityStream is the premier streaming service for documentary and non-fiction content, featuring thousands of HD and 4K documentaries on science, nature, history, and biographies. Join over 20 million subscribers to explore compelling programs narrated by luminaries like Sir David Attenborough and insight from experts such as Michio Kaku and Brian Greene. Enjoy ad-free streaming, offline downloads, and weekly new releases across multiple devices.

CuriosityStream also offers CuriosityKIDS, a specially curated collection of safe, educational, and entertaining programs designed for children and families to inspire exploration and learning. With tools to bookmark, rate, and receive personalized recommendations, CuriosityStream makes it easy to discover and enjoy captivating documentary content anytime, anywhere.

## Rankings

- #27,538 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.curiosity.curiositystream.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users praise the app for high-quality science and educational content and good value pricing, but report persistent performance problems (slow loading, buffering, downloads), playback/navigation bugs, billing renewal surprises with difficult refunds, and limited content availability and language options.

### Pros

- High-quality science and educational content
- Good value pricing / affordable subscription
- Positive user sentiment about the app (e.g., "brilliant Android app" / "must-have")
- Strong educational focus appealing to science enthusiasts

### Cons

- Slow loading, buffering and download problems
- Playback and navigation issues (episodes restarting, navigation bugs)
- Billing surprises and renewal/refund friction
- Content availability limitations (English-only content / Hindi not available / limited catalog)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.curiosity.curiositystream)