Hung Up
A sharp, witty newsletter covering movies, TV, celebrity culture, and pop culture from a former Vulture staff writer.
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Readers who want smart, opinionated commentary on movies, TV, celebrity culture, and pop culture trends
Why we recommend it
- Sharp, witty writing voice from a journalist with serious credentials at Vulture and New York Magazine
- Covers the full spectrum of pop culture from movies and TV to music and celebrity
- Large, engaged community with 175K+ subscribers and live events
Hung Up is a twice-weekly pop culture newsletter written by Hunter Harris, a former staff writer at Vulture and New York Magazine who also wrote for Ziwe's late-night show on Showtime. Launched in November 2020, the newsletter covers movies, TV, celebrity, music, and other pop culture ephemera with a voice that blends sharp cultural criticism and an accessible, conversational tone. Tuesday editions tend to feature longer reported columns, while Friday editions offer quicker takes and weekly recaps.
With over 175,000 subscribers, Hung Up has become one of the most-read culture newsletters on Substack. Harris gained early recognition for her witty Succession "Power Rankings" and has since built a dedicated community around her perspective on the entertainment industry. The newsletter operates on a freemium model, with one free post per week and full access available through a paid subscription at $5/month or $50/year. It is essential reading for anyone who wants smart, opinionated commentary on what is happening in movies, television, and celebrity culture.
