The Best Movie & TV Review Channels On YouTube
- Kemper Ball
- May 8, 2024
- 4 min read
Whether you’re looking for recommendations on what to watch or need a second opinion on a recent watch, there’s a YouTube channel for you. This list is a helpful resource for where to find some of the best review content on the web.
Chris Stuckmann is one of YouTube’s most prominent movie reviewers. Whatever the latest big releases are, you can be sure that Stuckmann will have a review uploaded by the time you’ve seen it. In addition to reviews, he also posts content focusing on big trailers, interviews with industry professionals and more.
Subscribers: 2.04 million
Videos Posted: 1,700
Total Views: 756.3 million
The three reviewers for Red Letter Media regularly post some of the funniest movie and TV show reviews of new and classic releases. The channel is highlighted by their popular “Half in the Bag” videos which feature the three hosts diving deep into a variety of films. They also regularly post non-review content like trivia, rankings and retrospectives.
Subscribers: 1.52 million
Videos Posted: 812
Total Views: 1 billion
If your favorite movies and TV shows are period pieces, then History Buffs is the YouTube channel for you. History Buffs is less concerned about the overall quality of films and more focused on their historical accuracy. The channel’s host covers everything from true story war movies to fictional depictions of medieval times.
Subscribers: 1.6 million
Videos Posted: 116
Total Views: 220 million
Dead Meat is the one-stop-shop YouTube channel for all things horror. In addition to reviews, the channel is known for their hilarious and gruesome “Kill Count” series which tracks the total number of deaths in a given movie. Beyond reviews, the channel posts interesting video that serve as oral histories about the production of some of the genres most well known entries.
Subscribers: 6.39 million
Videos Posted: 439
Total Views: 2.5 billion
all things superheroes, comic books, sci-fi and more, check out the ScreenCrush YouTube Channel. ScreenCrush is the perfect page to check out if you want to find every reference and Easter egg in the latest major franchise releases. From trailers, to movies, to TV shows, ScreenCrush has all the nerdy content you’re looking for.
Subscribers: 1.59 million
Videos Posted: 2,000
Total Views: 524.5 million
Mr. Sunday Movies is a great channel to check out if you’re looking for hilarious movie and TV related content. In addition to reviews, the channel posts trailer breakdowns, Easter Egg videos and oral histories about some of the most outlandish stories and situations in Hollywood. Their wildly popular “Caravan of Garbage” series takes deep dives into past releases with the side-splitting commentary of its two hosts.
Subscribers: 1.38 million
Videos Posted: 1,300
Total Views: 637 million
Hosted by the charming cartoon avatar of the channel’s creator, Let Me Explain offers both reviews and insight into the latest releases. Each of his videos are full of his own unique personality and take on what he’s watched. In addition to reviewing what he liked or disliked about a movie or show, he provides helpful context and explanations for plot details that might have left some viewers confused.
Subscribers: 847,000
Videos Posted: 446
Total Views: 181 million
Jeremy Jahns operates his channel as a one-man-band, posting simple reviews featuring nothing more than himself in front of a red background with a few clips. This minimalist, straight to the point style has helped him become one of YouTube’s most prominent review channels. His videos typically range from five to 10 minutes, providing concise thoughts on popular releases.
Subscribers: 1.95 million
Videos Posted: 2,100
Total Views: 880 million
CinemaTyler is the perfect YouTube channel for movie fans that are fascinated by film production. Videos on this channel regularly feature in-depth stories about how iconic scenes came together during production. The page also dives into the themes and meanings of many of the film's most well-known moments.
Subscribers: 342,000
Videos Posted: 114
Total Views: 39 million
Film Courage dives deep into the screenwriting aspect of movie making. The channel features interviews with industry professionals that cover a variety of tips and advice for aspiring writers. Even those with no interest in becoming writers themselves will find the information in these videos useful as they start to pick up on new script elements when you watch movies.
Subscribers: 714,000
Videos Posted: 5,800
Total Views: 91 million
If you want to find out what movie releases are coming out, Rapid Trailer is the YouTube channel to check out. This page is dedicated to quickly publishing the latest trailers for the biggest releases coming to theaters and streaming. They also regularly post trailer compilations for yearly releases and similar genres.
Subscribers: 1.22 million
Videos Posted: 3,100
Total Views: 978 billion
Looper is an excellent source for all things movies and TV. This page posts a variety of video types, including lists, rankings, Easter Eggs, and news. You’ll learn loads of new facts about upcoming and past releases with their deep dives into productions and actor careers.
Subscribers: 5.71 million
Videos Posted: 8,100
Total Views: 4 billion
