There’s an overwhelming amount of new shows and movies streaming these days, and with fresh titles dropping constantly, keeping up can feel impossible. Take Apple TV’s “Pluribus”, for example—one of the best new shows to check out this year. But after finishing a season, watching a new release, or revisiting a favorite classic, the next question naturally arises: what do you watch next?
Most streaming services try to help with built-in recommendation engines based on your viewing history. While that’s handy, those suggestions only cover titles listed on that specific platform. You can also turn to critics’ picks or trending lists from entertainment sites, or maybe even check aggregator scores on Rotten Tomatoes. But none of those quite match the thrill of discovering something unexpected. That’s where Reelgood’s clever tool, Reelgood Roulette, comes in.
How Reelgood Roulette works
Reelgood Roulette makes the hunt for something new both fun and effortless. Visit the site’s roulette page, set a few parameters like genre, type (movie or TV show), and minimum Reelgood score, and then spin the virtual wheel to “let fate take the wheel.” The site instantly serves up a random recommendation.
In one search, setting the filters for comedy TV shows with a Reelgood score of 90 or higher brought up Amazon Prime Video’s Upload. Having already watched it, another spin brought up Slow Horses and 30 Rock—great choices I hadn’t yet seen. It feels a bit like pulling the lever on an entertainment slot machine, and you can keep spinning until you land on something that catches your eye.
Once you’ve found your pick, you can start streaming instantly through the “Watch Now” link or open the app tied to your subscription. No Reelgood account is required, but signing up for a free one lets you mark titles as “Seen All” so the tool won’t recommend them again.
Fine-tuning your results
You can refine your search even further under the “Add More Services” section by selecting the streaming platforms available in your region. Tap the “+” icon beside any to include them, ensuring your results only come from the services you actually subscribe to. The “Add All” option groups entire categories, such as Free Services, which includes platforms like YouTube and Tubi.
Beyond major streaming platforms and free options, Reelgood also supports niche subscriptions such as Arrow, BritBox, hayu, and Shudder. You can even distinguish between “Netflix with Ads” and ad-free Netflix to avoid seeing unavailable recommendations.
Themed spins and seasonal fun
Reelgood Roulette also offers themed spins that change throughout the year. For example, “Spooky Roulette” surfaces random horror flicks, while “Romantic Roulette” is perfect for cozy fall or winter date nights.
With endless streaming options and limited time, Reelgood Roulette adds an element of surprise to your watchlist. It’s an easy, entertaining way to cut through decision fatigue and uncover something new that genuinely fits your mood.
