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Cast & Crew

Alex Winter
As Self
Alex Winter
Director
Alex Winter
Writer
Ian Hecox
As Self - YouTube Creator, Smosh (voice)
Anthony Padilla
As Self - YouTube Creator, Smosh
Shion Kaji
As Self - Ryan's Father
Ryan Kaji
As Self - YouTube Creator, Ryan's World
LoAnn Kaji
As Self - Ryan's Mother

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What is The YouTube Effect about? Toggle content

In "The YouTube Effect," a powerful and thought-provoking documentary, we delve into the untold story of how a video-sharing platform became a global phenomenon, and the unsettling implications that come with its unprecedented success. From the algorithm that rules its inner workings to the veiled threats that lurk beneath its surface, this film sheds light on the dark side of YouTube and the internet at large, forcing us to confront the harsh realities of our digital age. As we peel back the layers of this technological giant, we uncover a reality that is both captivating and chilling, leaving us to ponder our very place in a world dominated by the YouTube effect.

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You can stream The YouTube Effect on: Apple TV Amazon Store Fandango at Home

What movies are similar to The YouTube Effect? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as The YouTube Effect include The Honey Trap: A True Story of Love, Lies and the FBI, My Octopus Teacher, The Gold: The Inside Story, Picture a Scientist, Take Care of Maya, Will Smith: The Prince of Hollywood.

When was The YouTube Effect released for streaming? Toggle content

The YouTube Effect was released for streaming on July 14, 2023.