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Unspooled

Hosted by Paul Scheer, Amy Nicholson

Unspooled is a weekly film podcast hosted by actor and comedian Paul Scheer and film critic Amy Nicholson, released through Realm. The feed lists 473 episodes since 2018, running about 70 minutes each. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 70,000 per episode, with a rate of $360 to $1,750 per episode. Many episodes feature a guest, such as Alan Sepinwall.

Why brands sponsor Unspooled

A weekly film podcast with a 4,795-rating base and recognizable hosts

  • Apple Podcasts shows 4,795 ratings at 4.4 stars, with 3,657 of them five-star.
  • Weekly episodes since 2018, with 473 in the feed and a steady release every Thursday.
  • Hosts Paul Scheer and Amy Nicholson are joined by guests such as Alan Sepinwall and Ira Madison III.
Best forstreaming services and film releasesbooks and media subscriptionsentertainment and lifestyle brands
Watch forEpisodes run over an hour and discuss mature films, so brands should check fit for a general audience.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Movies85%
Television10%
Comedy5%
Formats
co-hosted discussion, guest conversation
Tone
witty, analytical
Language
English
Production
Studio production
Typical length
60 to 85 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent45/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment78/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode20k–70k
Estimated, confidence 45%: Based on 4,795 Apple ratings (the 1,000 to 5,000 band), a weekly cadence, a Megaphone host, a Podcast Index popularity of 9 and the Realm network credit.
Audience asks aboutDoes a classic film still hold upWhich movies are worth watching nextWhat a director or scene means
Age
10%18-24
33%25-34
32%35-44
25%45+
Gender
42%women
58%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States72%
🇨🇦 Canada7%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom6%
LanguagesEnglish 96%Other 4%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
None seenno sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes
Brands seen
Realm
Categories promoted
None yet
Affiliate links
No

No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the author field credits the network Realm.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitymedium
Adultmedium
Drugslow
Violencemedium
Politicslow

Episodes cover R-rated titles such as 'Hereditary' and 'Beyond the Valley of the Dolls', though the feed is not flagged explicit.

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

Benchmark score: 100 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence50 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks30 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks20 / 20

Recent episodes

EpisodeDateLength
Spirited Away2026-10-1559 min
Hereditary (with David Ehrlich)2026-10-081 h 14 min
Salt (with Ira Madison III)2026-10-011 h 10 min
Almost Famous (with Alan Sepinwall)2026-09-241 h 22 min
Beyond the Valley of the Dolls (with Julie Klausner)2026-09-171 h 20 min
Summer Movie Recap 20262026-09-101 h 2 min

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.

Each week actor & comedian Paul Scheer (Black Monday, The League) and film critic Amy Nicholson (LA Times Chief Film Critic ) watch and discuss the best movies out there. From the classics to new releases and every indie film in-between. Along the way, they’ll dissect iconic scenes, spotlight their favorite characters, and decide if these movies still stand the test of time.
Unspooled's own show description from the podcast feed

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About Unspooled

Unspooled is a weekly film podcast hosted by actor and comedian Paul Scheer and film critic Amy Nicholson, according to the show's feed description. Each episode covers one movie, from classics to newer releases, with scene breakdowns and favorite characters. Recent episodes include 'Spirited Away', 'Hereditary' and 'Almost Famous', often with a guest.

The feed lists 473 episodes since 2018, released weekly at about 70 minutes each. Apple Podcasts shows a 4.4 average from 4,795 ratings. Starbooked estimates 20,000 to 70,000 downloads per episode, based on ratings, cadence and show age. No sponsors appear in the feed, which credits the network Realm.

At $18 to $25 per 1,000 estimated downloads, a host-read mid-roll would run about $360 to $1,750 per episode. It suits streaming, entertainment and media brands reaching film fans.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Unspooled can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about Unspooled

How much does Unspooled charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Starbooked estimates $360 to $1,750 per host-read mid-roll episode, based on 20,000 to 70,000 estimated downloads at $18 to $25 per 1,000. These are estimates, not a published rate card.

What is Unspooled about?

Unspooled is a weekly podcast where Paul Scheer and Amy Nicholson watch and discuss one movie per episode, from classics to new releases, dissecting scenes and deciding whether each film stands the test of time.

How do I contact Unspooled about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked directly through Starbooked, which saves you from tracking down the network's sales contact yourself.

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