The Report Card
Matthew HuffGrading pop culture on a curve
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 52 | Founded | a year ago | Last Issue | 8 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
huffmatt.substack.comLatest Issues
Review: 'The Odyssey' Is Most-Importantly a Great Anne Hathaway Movie
2026 will go down in history as an incredible year for Anne Hathaway, one that, of course, saw her as the lead of five major motion pictures, but also heralded the arrival of her third child (who she is currently carting around on a series...
Will 'Moana's Flop Finally Remind Disney That Imagination Is Important?
After a string of box office disasters, perhaps this live-action bomb will teach the once-invincible studio that imagination is, in fact, worth paying for.
After last week’s Best Films of 2026 list, it’s time we return to our regularly sch...
The 15 Best Films of 2026 (So Far)
Featuring a pregnant French lesbian, an art forger, a robotic beaver, and Miranda Priestly.
We’re over halfway through 2026, but definitely not over halfway through 2026’s film offerings. With summer blockbusters, film festivals, awards se...
I Spent 7 Hours Outside Taylor Swift's Wedding in 100-Degree Heat So You Didn't Have To
When Dr. Seuss wrote Oh, the Places You’ll Go!, I’m convinced he was describing the life of a freelance journalist. Because why, in the last week, have I combed through Getty Images for shopping mall photos from the nineties, interviewed th...
'Supergirl' Proves That the Superhero Genre is Finally Dead
Even though I personally thought 'Supergirl' was a good movie.
IDK if it’s just me, but it feels like we’re living in limbo. Between Juneteenth, Pride, the 4th of July, a New York heatwave, the World Cup, that Knicks win, summer vacations,...
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for The Report Card.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 76 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Chart Rankings
How this newsletter ranks in the official Substack charts.
| #206 | |
| #249 |
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Matthew Huff is an entertainment journalist. His work has appeared in NYT, Vanity Fair, BuzzFeed, Parade, IndieWire, Playboy, Gold Derby, Betches, and more. He is the author of The Report Card and co-hosts the podcast P.S. You're Wrong.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for The Report Card?
You can find recent issues that have been published by The Report Card on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does The Report Card have?
To see how many people subscribe to The Report Card, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in The Report Card?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch The Report Card as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like The Report Card?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact The Report Card using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to The Report Card?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like The Report Card. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact The Report Card?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.