6 Mobile Apps for a Movie Junkie

People watch movies for several reasons and it is common for people to become totally addicted to the visual spectacle that movies offer. Such movie junkies or addicts are one of the major reasons for the huge box office collection that the billion dollar movie industry thrives upon. DVDs and Blu Ray discs are one of the most popular formats of movie distribution and if you’re a movie addict, there’s quite a possibility that you own a huge movie collection. In this digital age, smartphones are used by a majority of people and there are several apps that can be of special use for the movie enthusiasts across the globe. Let us take a look at some of the best Smartphone apps for the movie junkies.

  1. IMDB App

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If you’re the kind of person who watches a movie only after reading its reviews, then it’s certain that you might have come across this famous website. Known formally as the Internet Movie Database,  IMDB is the one stop location where you can read reviews, watch trailers, view the cast and read spoilers (only if you wish). The same features are now a part of the convenient Smartphone app which is available for both iOS and Android users. The Smartphone platform makes it much more convenient for movie fans to get all the information about a particular movie on-the-go.

  1. Turner Classic Movies

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Being a fan of classic movies it is important that you download this great app. Turner Classic Movies has been one of the leading authorities in classic Hollywood cinema and has launched its exciting new app for the Smartphone users. Although the app is only available for Android it is fully loaded with features that would put even the slickest looking websites to shame. You could either live stream the on-air content or choose from one of the largest collections on classical movies to watch them On-Demand. The movies are segregated in various categories according to style, genre, and themes. Additionally, you could also purchase the DVDs or Blu Rays of the timeless

Hollywood classics from the in app store.

  1. Flixster

Available for the iOS, Flixster is a next gen app that is the best way to know about the upcoming movies. You can also add the different movies to a ‘must see’ list with reminders for each movie. You could also gather other important information like the cast and the plot details. The reviews are based on the ratings by Rotten Tomatoes which make them extremely reliable. Recently Flixster also added an air streaming service, which uses the Air play function of your iOS device or Apple TV making it a complete app for movie buffs.

  1. ABC App

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For those who have an affinity for watching American sitcoms and live in one of the approved list of cities, the ABC app is one of the best apps that you could download. It features a live streaming function that allows you to watch the latest episodes of your favourite ABC programs. Although the app’s catalogue is limited to ABC programs you still have a long list of sitcoms that you can enjoy. The sports and weather news also helps you reconnect with the world in the midst of all the sitcoms and features an impressive looking user interface.

  1. Crackle

This one is specifically for the iOS users. Crackle is a must have app for all the iPhone or iPad users as it features some of the best movies that can be viewed in high quality. The movie database in crackle is updated on a monthly basis and new shows are added regularly so you won’t have to wait for months to watch the latest seasons for your favourite programs. The database also contains several movies from the classic era and also has separate categories like anime, comedy and foreign to serve a wider range of audiences.

  1. RunPee

If you are a cinema lover and like to make regular visits to the movie theatres, then you might have experienced the need to take a bathroom break. With the icy cold soda and the air conditioning making it even harder for you to keep up with the story, RunPee is one of the best apps you can download. Available for both android and iOS users, RunPee tells you the time when you can take a bathroom break without missing out on any key events in the movie. The app also provides reminders regarding any post-credits scenes especially when it comes to watching Marvel Cinematic Universe movies.

The above apps are few of the best tools for movie enthusiasts and can be used to serve a variety of purposes. Being a movie lover, it is almost certain that you might have a collection of old projector films in your storeroom. You can transfer 8mm film to DVD to protect your movies from damage and make them re-usable again.