The 10 Best TV & film Podcasts in 2026

The tv & film podcasts people actually listen to, ranked by audience, with what listeners praise and criticise about each one. All of them play free on The Pods.

Updated 2026-11-06 · 556 tv, film & pop culture pods on The Pods

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   Colin and Samir

   Colin & Samir · 1.6M subscribers · English

   How the creator economy and YouTube really work.

   What listeners sayTwo creators on the creator economy, interviewing YouTubers. Praised as the best show about YouTube itself; niche by design.

   • Thoughtful about the business of being a creator.
   • Top creator guests (MrBeast, Marques).

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   The Hollywood Reporter

   1.4M subscribers · English

   The premier destination and most-widely trusted resource for entertainment news, reviews, videos and analysis.

   What listeners sayIndustry interviews and awards coverage from THR. Useful for film-business watchers; it is trade coverage.

   • Serious industry access.
   • Awards-season depth.

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   Anything Goes

   Emma Chamberlain · 549K subscribers · English

   Casual, thoughtful chats about everyday life.

   What listeners sayEmma Chamberlain talks about life, anxiety and growing up. Beloved by a young audience for its honesty; critics find it rambling.

   • Honest and relatable.
   • Calming solo format.

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   Inside of You

   Michael Rosenbaum · 433K subscribers · English

   Open, personal talks with actors and celebrities.

   What listeners sayActor Michael Rosenbaum interviews actors about anxiety and careers. Praised for sincerity; the host's own stories can take over.

   • Actors speak candidly about insecurity.
   • Warm host.

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   Therapuss

   Jake Shane · 373K subscribers · English

   Funny, warm conversations with celebrity guests.

   What listeners sayJake Shane's comedic 'therapy' sessions with celebrity guests. Hugely popular with Gen Z; divides older listeners.

   • Funny, unfiltered celebrity chats.
   • Big young-Hollywood guests.

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   Kermode & Mayo's Take

   Mark Kermode & Simon Mayo · 245K subscribers · English

   Film reviews and interviews from a famous duo.

   What listeners sayMark Kermode and Simon Mayo review films, continuing their BBC show. A UK institution; the banter is the point, and the reviews are opinionated.

   • Expert, passionate film criticism.
   • Long-running rapport.

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   Happy Sad Confused

   Josh Horowitz · 225K subscribers · English

   Relaxed interviews with actors and directors.

   What listeners sayJosh Horowitz interviews actors and directors. Known for informed, fan-friendly interviews; some find it cosy with the publicity cycle.

   • Knowledgeable host; guests relax.
   • Live shows with casts.

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   The Rewatchables

   Bill Simmons & friends · 137K subscribers · English · #3 on the Apple Podcasts TV, Film & Pop Culture chart

   Rewatching classic movies and arguing about them.

   What listeners sayThe Ringer's panel rewatches a favourite movie each episode. Praised for fun categories and trivia; some panels are weaker than others.

   • Great categories and movie trivia.
   • Bill Simmons' enthusiasm.

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   Las Culturistas

   Matt Rogers & Bowen Yang · 92K subscribers · English

   Two comedians on movies, music and pop culture.

   What listeners sayMatt Rogers and Bowen Yang on pop culture. Loved for fast, funny chemistry; the inside jokes and speed can lose newcomers.

   • Hilarious hosts; 'I Don't Think So, Honey' segment.
   • Sharp pop-culture takes.

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    Pod Meets World

    Danielle Fishel, Rider Strong & Will Friedle · 66K subscribers · English · #7 on the Apple Podcasts TV, Film & Pop Culture chart

    The cast of Boy Meets World rewatches the show.

    What listeners sayThe Boy Meets World cast rewatches their show. Nostalgic and warm; mostly for fans of the series.

    • Cast chemistry and behind-the-scenes stories.
    • Honest about the show's flaws.

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