TV and Movie Slots

At the end of the day, going to the cinema and watching television serve similar purposes. We want to be entertained with minimal effort. In many senses, the marriage between fruit machines and films was easy, as (let’s be honest) we don’t play these casino games because it’s hard to do. Sure there are lots of different game strategies you can use, and information you should read, but at the end of the day, you could very easily place a bet and press the spin button and see what happens.

Like we said: entertainment, minimal effort.

Why do we love cinematic slots?

It could be argued that there is no such thing as an original idea. It’s why we have so many Vikings games and Oriental themed fruities.

So slots about TV shows or our favourite films are an easy way for game providers to give us that original idea. Instead of the same 20 Leprechaun slots, here is a unique machine with a theme no other studio can give you.

There is only one Man of Steel and only one Robocop, and anyone else trying to do vague copies come across as that: cheap knockoffs.

These are the real deal, and each time we take a spin, we are transported into a world we’ve seen, are familiar with, and love.

Even if that world is watching Wheel of Fortune with your gran on a Saturday morning, it’s one that can be comforting and fun.

Why do so many casino games have such old themes?

Finding old movies or shows to license is easier and less risky than getting the latest big motion picture on board.

Don’t forget that the game studios have to license this brand for their games, and that costs money.

Just look at the Playtech Marvel slots, which when Disney bought the brand, disappeared never to be seen again. They didn’t want the Disney brand associated with gambling, so they let the licenses run out, and players lost their favourite games.

Or, worst, the game studios lose out in the long run because while the movie might have been good, the game is so awful no one will play (looking at you, Dirty Dancing slot).

The point we are making is that show business is a risky business. Whether you are gambling that people will come out to see your movie or take a spin on your slot machine.

That’s why it’s a safer gamble to go with a recognisable old brand that has stood the test of time.

Big brands stand out in a very crowded mobile casino space

This is true of all branded games, from Monopoly to the Bridesmaids film to Playboy. One of the apparent reasons it’s worth buying the license to big brand names is that it will catch your eye.

It seems like a small thing, but with dozens of new slot games coming out every week, it can be easy to miss a game, which isn’t a problem for the players, because, as we said, you have dozens of new machines to pick from.

The software providers, who have spent months putting together the animation, sounds, and mathematics, like it a lot less when their game gets lost in a crowd.

A brand or big blockbuster slot is an easy way to showcase the best of what you can do because chances are it’s going to be talked about.

It’s easier to get excited about the new Game of Thrones game than it is about Dragon Maiden by Play’n GO, which was heavily influenced by the show. Which one would you play if they were sitting side by side?

See. You get it.

What are the Best TV show slots?

Best is a relative theme. Because every game provider does things a little differently, there are as many types of Television Show slots as they are sitcoms.

Ok, maybe not that many, but you get our point. What you like will depend on the type of player; do you like risky big-win games, or do you think that slow and steady wins the race?

So our selection of the best telly-themed online slots are ones whose imagination matched the gameplay, which resulted in us having a great time.

1. Family Guy slot: like it or hate it, this video slot has so many wins and features you won’t care if you want to punch the baby in the face.
2. Thundercats: this may only be relevant for children of the 80s growing up in the UK but… Just play it. We gave it 5 stars for more reasons than the theme, that’s for sure.
3. An Evening With Holly Madison: This reality TV star has more than a few real big wins thanks to those superb NextGen game mechanics.
4. Wheel of Fortune Hawaiian Getaway: Hawaii here we come! Add some huge cash prizes and that famous wheel; this is the perfect mush for the brain and wallet.
5. Batman and the Joker Jewels: Welcome to the swinging crazy 60s when Batman was not so much a Dark Knight as a Light Blue dancing wonder.
6. Wonder Woman Gold: We end in the 70s, and this time it’s Linda Carter that reminds us that women can kick ass, much like this game.

Generally, there is fewer good TV than movie-themed games. Some of you wonder why they did it at all (Gunsmoke? Honeymooners? How old do you have to be?).

But if you start with the top five above, it will beat an evening of binge-watching Netflix.

What are the Best Film slots?

Most of the names on this list will be big Hollywood slots from Blockbuster films. Again, see the reasons above regarding risk vs reward in these types of slots.

You want names that people will recognise or, at the very least, remember fondly when they spin if you can add some epic cinematic moments and give you a good show, all the better.

The good news is that the selection below is ALL 5-star slot reviews. So putting them in order was like asking us our favourite child. You could easily close your eyes and pick one at random, and you’ll be likely to be entertained.

1. Spinal Tap: With reels that start as a 243 ways to win and randomly increase to 2,187 ways, this casino game is mad and has 7 bonus features to keep you rocking all night long.
2. James Dean: Largely ignore when it was released, this iconic movie star should have the recognition he deserves, if only by you playing on this fantastic machine.
3. Jumanji: You just knew there had to be one NetEnt slot in our list, and this Jumanji slot is part board game, part spinning reels, all part fun.
4. Superman The Movie: There was only one Christopher Reeves and the one and only Superman. Playtech may use nostalgia to get us through the door, but they keep us spinning with some awesome features.
5. King Kong Fury: NextGen created 2 King Kong slots. This is the sequel, and just that little bit better, thanks to some amazing prehistoric graphics and some truly raging re-spins that give you gorilla-size wins.
6. The Mask: Children of the 90s rejoice! This has as many crazy bonkers moments as the film, with clock smashing, whirlwinds and comedy horns all present and accounted for.

If we are honest, we could have made this top movie online slot list so much larger, as there’s so much to choose from.

Some great ones aren’t with us anymore due to licensing issues (RIP Lord of the Rings and Aliens), but what remains and what gets added to each year makes this a rich and varied list.

We can’t wait to see what big blockbuster will appear on our radar this year. Come back and keep checking. You never know what might pop up.