The Villain Was Right
The Villain Was Right, hosted by comedians Craig Fay and Rebecca Reeds, revisits movies and TV shows from the villain's perspective and asks whether the antagonists were really that bad. The show has 421 episodes, released weekly, with typical episodes running about 70 minutes. Estimated downloads are roughly 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll.
Comedy film criticism with a loyal Apple audience and 421 episodes
- 469 Apple ratings with a 4.7 average signal an engaged, committed listener base.
- Weekly episodes of about 70 minutes give a sponsor a steady, predictable slot over years.
- Episodes cover franchises like Incredibles, Anchorman and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, suiting entertainment brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, guest interview, film breakdown
- Tone
- playful, irreverent
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 63 to 75 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is part of The From Superheroes Network with no funding links listed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Feed carries the explicit flag (explicit=1) and episodes discuss adult-rated films such as Fifty Shades Of Grey (episode 410).
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | villainwasright.libsyn.com/website |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1438524435 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/TFSN4323398927 |
Benchmark score: 89 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 421: The Land Before Time | 2026-10-15 | 1 h 3 min |
| 420: Obsession (with Sequoia Simone) | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 15 min |
| 419: The Rocky Horror Picture Show | 2026-10-01 | 1 h 7 min |
| 418: Anchorman The Legend of Ron Burgundy | 2026-09-24 | 1 h 13 min |
| 417: Incredibles 2 | 2026-09-17 | 1 h 8 min |
| 416: Villains With Disabilities (with Alicia Grace Chenier) | 2026-09-10 | 1 h 15 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Comedians Craig Fay and Rebecca Reeds view Movies and TV from the villain's perspective and dare to ask if they were really all that bad. Podcast Produced by Andrew Ivimey for The From Superheroes Network.
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About The Villain Was Right
The Villain Was Right is a comedy podcast hosted by comedians Craig Fay and Rebecca Reeds, produced as part of The From Superheroes Network. Each episode views a movie or TV show from the villain's perspective and asks whether the antagonists were really that bad, according to the show's feed and website.
The show has released 421 episodes on a weekly cadence, with a median episode length of about 70 minutes. Apple Podcasts lists 469 ratings with a 4.7 average. Listener figures are estimates: roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, inferred from ratings and show age. The audience is likely adult film and TV fans in English-speaking countries.
No sponsors are named in the feed or on the website. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode, which suits streaming, film and comedy brands. The show is explicit-flagged, so it fits adult-audience campaigns best.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Villain Was Right can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Villain Was Right
How much does The Villain Was Right charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are about $90 to $625 per episode, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads.
What is The Villain Was Right about?
The show features comedians Craig Fay and Rebecca Reeds reviewing movies and TV shows from the villain's perspective, asking whether the antagonists were really that bad.
How do I contact The Villain Was Right about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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