Who owns Rotten Tomatoes now?

Who Owns Rotten Tomatoes Today?

These days, when movie fans want to know if a film is worth watching, many head straight to Rotten Tomatoes. But who’s actually behind the popular review aggregator?

Since February 2016, Rotten Tomatoes has been under the ownership of Fandango Media, a subsidiary of Comcast’s NBCUniversal. That’s when Fandango acquired both Rotten Tomatoes and its sister site, Flixster, from Warner Bros. While Warner Bros. stepped back from majority control, they did retain a minority stake in the combined entities — a detail often overlooked.

This acquisition made strategic sense. Fandango, already a major player in online movie ticketing, gained access to Rotten Tomatoes’ massive audience and trusted brand. The site’s “Tomatometer” — that percentage score based on critics’ reviews — had become a cultural touchstone, influencing everything from box office performance to watercooler conversations.

Still, the shift under Fandango raised some eyebrows. Critics wondered whether a company tied to movie distribution and studios could keep Rotten Tomatoes truly independent. Over time, though, the site has maintained its editorial separation, continuing to aggregate reviews without apparent interference.

Today, Rotten Tomatoes remains one of the most visited movie websites in the world, blending critic insights with audience scores. Its integration with Fandango has only strengthened its reach, allowing users to read reviews and buy tickets seamlessly.

So while the logo still looks the same, the machinery behind it has evolved. Rotten Tomatoes may have started as a scrappy review hub, but now it’s part of a much larger entertainment ecosystem — one powered by Comcast’s deep pockets and industry influence.