TV critic

Television review writer

A TV critic is someone who reviews and evaluates television programs professionally, typically for a newspaper, magazine, or website.

Critics assess shows' quality, cultural significance, and entertainment value: The TV critic praised the series finale as a masterpiece of long-form storytelling.

Their reviews can influence viewing habits and industry recognition.

Related

pundit · opinion · entertainment · recap · watchdog · binge · couch · remote · press screening · primetime · screening · deadline · byline · pilot · season finale · cancellation · renewal · Emmy

Categories
Opposites
evaluator vs. creator

TV criticshowrunner

TV series creative head

television producer · screenwriter · network executive · TV writer · broadcaster

professional vs. amateur viewer

TV criticcasual viewer

Uncommitted audience member

couch potato · fanboy · fangirl · binge-watcher · channel surfer

promotional stance toward content

TV criticbrand ambassador

Paid company promoter

hype man · cheerleader · shill

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G