# Backlot – TV & Movie Companion — Search, Watchlist, and Stream

> Unified TV and movie discovery, tracking, and streaming guide. (iPhone/iPad app by Float Point.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backlot-tv-and-movie-companion/id6742213891 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Float Point](https://appshunter.io/developer/1705522065)
- Category: Entertainment, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18.2 · 20 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-06-24
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backlot-tv-and-movie-companion/id6742213891/reviews.md

## What is Backlot?

Discover movies, TV shows, and the people who make them – plus exactly where to stream your picks – all in one lightning-fast, ad-free app.

Tired of hopping between websites, streaming apps, and half-finished spreadsheets just to pick tonight’s watch? Backlot unifies discovery, tracking, and streaming options so you can go from “What should we watch?” to hitting play in seconds.

– Lightning-fast universal search - Instantly look up any movie, TV show, actor, director, or crew member.
– One-tap watchlists & custom lists - Queue picks with one tap, group them any way you like.
– All-in-one streaming guide - Know exactly which services stream, rent, or sell every title. No more app-hopping.
– Screen Notes - Jot reactions or notes while you watch. Perfect for reviews, podcasts, or film class.
– Watch History - Keep a running log of every movie & show you’ve seen, complete with dates, notes, and ratings.
– Deep credits & trivia - Browse full cast & crew, release details, trivia, awards, technical specifications, and more.
– Customize your experience - Add filters and change display preferences to spotlight your must-know details.
– Ad-free & private by design - No banners, pop-ups, or ad tracking – just pure discovery.

Try Backlot Pro for free and kick off the perfect movie night.

Privacy Policy: https://backlot.app/privacy-policy
Terms of Use: https://backlot.app/terms-of-use

## Key features

- Universal search for movies, TV, and people
- One-tap watchlists and custom lists
- All-in-one streaming service guide
- Screen notes for reactions
- Watch history tracking
- Deep cast, crew, and trivia information

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Backlot Pro - Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Backlot Pro - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Backlot Pro | $75.00 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backlot-tv-and-movie-companion/id6742213891/reviews.md

### 5/5 — A truly rare find

*2026-03-12*

Had to do a deep dive on the app store to find this gem, searching for the best movie and show tracking app with features that are important to me. 

This one matched my desires more than other apps I’ve used or tried to date, including the top runners like Sequel. 

### It includes:

- Deep links to content (few offer this). You can link back to any show or movie and even actors and crew members. 
- You can also add notes to any show, movie or actor, crew member and even specific episodes. No other app to my knowledge allows you to add notes in such an extensive way. And I have tested dozens. 
- It has a clean and simple interface. 
- Watch list history. You can change watch dates too. 
- “Screen note” history. A timeline log of all your notes. 
- Watch List and *Custom lists*
- Personal rating with a sliding percentage tool that gives more ability to fine tune your rating rather than just 1-5 stars
- Lightning fast search
- Helpful filtering system for watch list and custom lists 
- Doesn’t use TrakTV to sync which is a plus for me, rather it uses private iCloud sync between devices. 
- Beautiful UI with a pleasing app icon
- Generous one month free trial. And Lifetime purchase option. 

You can tell the developer put a lot of thought and care into this app. Amazed at how hard it was to find. Hope it gains traction on the App Store because it is such a well crafted app and deserves a lot more attention. 

Just a few suggestions for future updates. 

- Display screen notes under movie, show or actor (or setting preference to enable)
- Filtering system for Discover tab (genre, network, etc.) to see only what you are interested in. 

A big thanks to the developer for creating such an excellent app, that finally ended my search for the perfect movie and show tracking app. 🎉

### 5/5 — Clean, fast, and super useful

*2026-01-08*

Easy to search titles and keep a watchlist without clutter. The UI looks great and everything loads quickly. Definitely staying on my phone.

### 5/5 — Way better than IMDB

*2026-01-07*

Loads fast, no ads, shows everywhere the movie I’m looking for is streaming. World be nice to customize the Discover page.

### 1/5 — Can’t even search one thing without subscribing

*2026-01-05*

Ridiculous. Can’t even search once without subscribing. Looks decent, but ridiculously overpriced for the one-time $75 purchase.

## Frequently asked questions about Backlot

### What is Backlot?

Backlot is an ad-free app designed to help you discover movies and TV shows, find out where to stream them, and keep track of your viewing history. It offers a universal search and organized watchlists.

### Does Backlot have ads?

No, Backlot is ad-free by design. The app focuses on providing a pure discovery experience without banners, pop-ups, or ad tracking.

### How much does Backlot cost?

Backlot is free to download and use. There is an optional subscription called Backlot Pro for advanced features.

### What are the Backlot Pro subscription options?

Backlot Pro offers a monthly subscription for $2.99 or an annual subscription for $19.99. The annual plan includes a one-month free trial.

### What devices does Backlot support?

Backlot is available on iPhone and iPad devices, allowing for seamless use across your Apple ecosystem.

### How often is Backlot updated?

The app was last updated on February 10, 2026, with version 1.4. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

### What age rating is Backlot?

Backlot has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for a broad audience interested in entertainment content.

### Can I add notes to shows and movies in Backlot?

Yes, Backlot features 'Screen Notes' that allow you to jot down reactions or notes while you watch, perfect for reviews or personal tracking.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2026-02-10

Discover what’s streaming now – plus snappier lists and smoother navigation:

DISCOVER
• New “Now Streaming” section (set your Streaming Services in Settings to personalize it)

DETAIL VIEWS
• Smoother transitions into detail views with instant poster/backdrop previews
• Fixed a display issue with people’s birthplace

LISTS
• Faster, more reliable loading for Watchlist, Watch History, Screen Notes, and custom lists

IMPROVEMENTS & FIXES
• Better caching for a faster overall experience
• Stability and performance improvements throughout the app

### 1.3 — 2025-12-06

Improvements to load times and more:

IMPROVEMENTS & FIXES
• Improved detail view backdrop load times
• Fixed movie tickets link
• Long director and writer lists are now properly truncated in detail views
• Improved scroll effects in detail views

### 1.2.1 — 2025-09-11

Ready for iOS 26 with a Liquid Glass redesign. Add your Streaming Services, see next episode air dates, and more:

STREAMING SERVICES
• Add all your Streaming Services in Settings
• See your preferred Streaming Services first when viewing Where to Watch
• Filter your lists to only show content available on your streamers

IMPROVEMENTS & FIXES
• Show the next episode air date in TV detail view
• Improved biography text in Person detail view
• Updated app icon
• Updated icons throughout the app
• Fixed padding issue when running on Mac
• Fixed issue with Screen Notes editor color

### 1.2 — 2025-09-10

Ready for the latest iOS release with a Liquid Glass redesign. Add your Streaming Services, see next episode air dates, and more:

STREAMING SERVICES
• Add all your Streaming Services in Settings
• See your preferred Streaming Services first when viewing Where to Watch
• Filter your lists to only show content available on your streamers

IMPROVEMENTS & FIXES
• Show the next episode air date in TV detail view
• Improved biography text in Person detail view
• Updated app icon
• Updated icons throughout the app
• Fixed padding issue when running on Mac
• Fixed issue with Screen Notes editor color

### 1.1 — 2025-08-29

Add your Streaming Services, see next episode air dates, and more:

STREAMING SERVICES
• Add all your Streaming Services in Settings
• See your preferred Streaming Services first when viewing Where to Watch
• Filter your lists to only show content available on your streamers

IMPROVEMENTS & FIXES
• Show the next episode air date in TV detail view
• Improved biography text in Person detail view
• Added foundational work for upcoming release
• Updated app icon
• Updated icons throughout the app
• Fixed padding issue when running on Mac
• Fixed issue with Screen Notes editor color

## Apps similar to Backlot

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Watta Watch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watta-watch/id6743325442) | — | Free | Entertainment |
| [Shakies: Shake for Movies](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakies-shake-for-movies/id1446870940) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Entertainment |
| [Movie Club: What to Watch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/movie-club-what-to-watch/id6747011596) | 3.5 (2) | Free | Entertainment |
| [IMDOVA: Movie, Film, TV Series](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imdova-movie-film-tv-series/id6741938488) | 5.0 (6) | Free | Entertainment |
| [Movie Finder - What To Watch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/movie-finder-what-to-watch/id6747991286) | 4.2 (6) | Free | Entertainment |
| [PopquizTime](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/popquiztime/id6479237824) | 3.2 (5) | Free | Entertainment |

## More apps by Float Point

- [Parkrose – Digital Keepsakes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parkrose-digital-keepsakes/id6502614599)
- [Good Meals – Food Tracker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/good-meals-food-tracker/id6563138733)
- [popchord](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/popchord/id6737367587)

All apps by Float Point: https://appshunter.io/developer/1705522065

---

*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-04.*