Weekend Film Reviews, published by KCRW, is a weekly podcast where film critics recommend which new releases to see and which to skip. It has 100 episodes, a weekly cadence and a median length of about 18 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000, with a rate of $80 to $200 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Weekly film recommendations from a public radio station's respected critics
- Roughly 18-minute episodes every week since November 2024, with a 100-episode archive.
- Apple rating of 4.1 from 159 ratings, with most ratings at five stars.
- Reviews cover new theatrical releases, which suits entertainment and streaming brands tied to movie-going.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- panel review, recommendation segment
- Tone
- informed, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 16 to 20 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- KCRW
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; KCRW is named only as publisher.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover mainstream releases such as 'Toy Story 5' and 'Moana', with some adult-rated films like 'I Want Your Sex' and 'Evil Dead Burn' reviewed; the explicit flag is 0.
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 | www.kcrw.com/culture/shows/film-reviews?utm_sour… |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id73331687 |
| RSS feed | feed.cdnstream1.com/zjb/feed/download/0c/2f/a2/0… |
Benchmark score: 83 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Weekend Film Reviews: 'You Can See Everything,' 'Street Fighter' | 2026-10-15 | 18 min |
| Weekend Film Reviews: 'The Social Reckoning,' 'Musk' | 2026-10-08 | 19 min |
| Weekend Film Reviews: 'Digger,' 'Verity' | 2026-10-01 | 18 min |
| Weekend Film Reviews: 'Primetime,' 'Your Mother Your Mother Your Mothe | 2026-09-24 | 17 min |
| Weekend Film Reviews: 'The History of Concrete,' 'Resident Evil' | 2026-09-17 | 19 min |
| Weekend Film Reviews: ‘Hope,’ ‘Practical Magic 2’ | 2026-09-10 | 17 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
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About Weekend Film Reviews
Weekend Film Reviews is a weekly podcast from KCRW, the Los Angeles public radio station, in which critics recommend which new films to see and which to skip. The feed lists 100 episodes published weekly, with a median runtime of about 18 minutes, and the Apple Podcasts listing has been active since 2005.
The show's 159 Apple Podcasts ratings average 4.1 out of 5. Based on those ratings and the show's age, listener numbers are estimated at 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, skewing toward adults aged 35 and over and US-based movie fans. These are estimates, not published figures.
No sponsors are named in the feed, so the show is best suited to streaming, theater and moviegoing brands. A host-read mid-roll at the estimated audience size would typically cost $80 to $200 per episode.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Weekend Film Reviews can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Weekend Film Reviews
How much does Weekend Film Reviews charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll would typically cost about $80 to $200 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsor and terms agreed with the show.
What is Weekend Film Reviews about?
Weekend Film Reviews is a weekly KCRW podcast in which film critics recommend which new releases to see and which to skip. Episodes run about 18 minutes.
How do I contact Weekend Film Reviews 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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