The Criterion Channel

Name: The Criterion Channel
Rating: 4.8 (13299 reviews)
Author: The Criterion Collection, Inc.

By: The Criterion Collection, Inc. App

Watch classic movies and more

Overview

Version:

10.301.1

Last updated: 2026-07-02

Features & Capabilities

The Criterion Channel Chrome extension brings the Criterion Channel experience to your browser, granting quick access to a library of acclaimed classics and discoveries from the Criterion Collection. Enjoy thematically programmed streams, special features, and a catalog of over 1,000 titles spanning Hollywood, international, art-house, and independent cinema.

With ongoing programming like Sunday Spotlights, Observations on Film Art, and other original series, plus deep-context extras—commentaries, interviews, trailers, and scholarly analyses—the extension helps film lovers discover, explore, and deepen their appreciation for cinema wherever they browse.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

The Criterion Collection, Inc.

Rating:

4.80

(13,299) 42 new ratings

Version:

10.301.1 Last updated: 2026-07-02

Version code:

887710156

Creation date:

2019-04-08

Compatible devices:

Size:

71.08MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-21

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 14,963 ▼ 343

Other rankings

#6 in Keep Up With Pop Culture #14 in Find Something New to Stream #11 in channel keyword 39 ▲ 1

Other platforms

The Criterion Channel (v10.303.1)

305,748 4.50

(5,152)

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Developed by:

The Criterion Collection, Inc.

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-criterion-channel/id1454275199

Website:

https://www.criterionchannel.com

User Reviews

Reviewers consistently praise Criterion Channel’s expert-curated catalog, rich extras, and solid value, with rotating content and thoughtful programming. However, multiple reviews cite inconsistent UI/UX across devices, poor browsing and filtering, reliability issues (crashes and logouts), and gaps in classic titles. Overall, the service shines for cinephiles who value curation and depth, but usability and stability caveats vary by device.

Pros

Expert-curated catalog of classics and offbeat titles, guided by film experts rather than algorithms.
Rich extras including commentary tracks, special series, and curated playlists for deep-dive viewing.
Strong value with an annual subscription and a library that cinephiles trust and rely on.
Generally solid app/channel experience on TV and across devices with a user-friendly home page.
Regular rotation of content and thematic programming keeps the collection fresh and engaging.

Cons

Inconsistent UI/UX and weak browsing/filters across devices; hard to find titles and limited genre/country/decade search options.

Recent reviews

So many great films, so little time

by Ro*****, 2026-07-19

I love that I can watch a movie that I’ve seen before whenever I feel like it. But have learned so many movies I’ve never heard of. It’s expanded my world.