--- schema_type: "SoftwareApplication" entity_type: "Mobile Application" app_name: "Movie Countdown" developer_entity: "A-Z Computers" bundle_id: "com.mcd.az" app_store_id: "998383173" category: "Entertainment" primary_platform: "ios" primary_monetization: "Free" offline_capable: false market_region: "US" platforms: "iOS" app_last_updated: "2015-06-11" report_date: "2026-09-19" last_verified: "2026-09-19T00:00:00.000Z" report_version: "1.0" total_reviews: 2 overall_rating: 2 sentiment: "Mixed" sentiment_score: 50 confidence: "medium" confidence_score: 0.4 top_praise_theme: "The movie countdown clock provides a simple and functional utility for tracking upcoming film releases" top_complaint_theme: "The lack of a favorites list forces users to track only one movie at a time" review_sample_size: 1 total_review_count: 1 analyzed_review_count: 1 data_age_days: 54 momentum_velocity: "zombie" intelligence_version: 2 tags: ["entertainment", "free", "mixed sentiment", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "movie", "enthusiasts", "track"] canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/apps/movie-countdown" license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0" content_version: "v2" --- # Movie Countdown Intelligence Report ## TL;DR {#tldr} - **Category**: Entertainment · Free - **Signal**: Rating 2 · Sentiment Mixed - **Recent focus**: The lack of a favorites list forces users to track only one movie at a time (top complaint) · The movie countdown clock provides a simple and functional utility for tracking upcoming film releases (top praise) > **TL;DR:** Movie Countdown is a entertainment app by A-Z Computers, rated 2/5 by 2 users, with Mixed user sentiment (50/100), available on iOS. > > **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** - Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence. > **Key Insight:** Movie Countdown shows Mixed sentiment (2/5 from 2 reviews) - users praise the movie countdown clock provides a simple and functional utility for tracking upcoming film releases but report issues with the lack of a favorites list forces users to track only one movie at a time. ## Quick Facts | Fact | Value | | :--- | :--- | | **Rating** | 2/5 (2 reviews) | | **User Mood** | Mixed | | **Category** | Entertainment | | **Developer** | A-Z Computers | | **Pricing** | Free | | **Platforms** | iOS | | **Confidence** | Medium (0.4/1.0) | | **Data Age** | 54d | ## Metadata & Market Performance - **Publisher:** A-Z Computers - **Category:** Entertainment - **Target Audience:** Movie enthusiasts who want to track upcoming film releases and share anticipation with friends. - **Platforms:** iOS - **Version Reviewed:** 1.0 - **Report Date:** 2026-09-19 - **Signal Count:** 1 review analyzed - **Confidence:** Medium (0.4/1.0) - **App Store ID (iOS):** 998383173 - **Bundle ID:** com.mcd.az - **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-09-19 ## Executive Snapshot **What it is:** Movie Countdown is an entertainment utility for iOS that generates countdown clocks for upcoming film releases. **Why users hire it:** The app removes the cognitive friction of manually checking release dates by providing a persistent visual timer for a single film. ## App DNA (Features & Intent) - **[Standard] Countdown Clock:** Visual timer tracking time remaining until a selected film release date * *User Intent:* Users expect intelligent, adaptive experiences that learn from their behavior. - **[Standard] Social Sharing:** Integration with social media platforms to broadcast countdowns to friends * *User Intent:* Users seek social connection and competitive engagement with peers. ## Market Position {#market-position} Movie Countdown maintains a basic utility position in the Entertainment category, though its lack of updates since 2015 limits its competitive standing. ## Monetization Strategy - **Model:** Free - **Tiers:** Free - **Analysis:** Movie Countdown operates as a free utility with no visible monetization or subscription tiers. ## 🟡 User Sentiment (Medium Confidence: 1 of 1 review analyzed) {#user-sentiment} - **Overall Rating:** 2/5 - **Platform Split:** iOS 2.0/5 (2 ratings) - **Overall Sentiment:** Mixed ### Top Praises - **The movie countdown clock provides a simple and functional utility for tracking upcoming film releases** ### Top Complaints (Impact Areas) - **The lack of a favorites list forces users to track only one movie at a time** ## SWOT Analysis {#swot} **Core Strengths:** - Simple, functional countdown clock utility **Growth Levers:** - Add favorites page for multiple countdowns ## App Momentum (Zombie) {#momentum} - No updates since June 2015. > **Cadence:** 1 total versions · 1 majors in last 6 months · 4117 days since last update ## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) {#so-what} Movie Countdown is an entertainment app that is completely free. It holds a 2/5 rating from 2 reviews. > **Bottom Line:** Implementing a favorites list would address the primary user frustration, potentially increasing retention for users who track multiple upcoming releases. **Best for:** Movie enthusiasts who want to track upcoming film releases and share anticipation with friends. ### PM Action Plan (Next Best Moves) - [ ] [INVEST] Ship favorites list because users report the inability to save multiple movies for later reference → increase retention ### Outlook: Declining The entertainment tracking market has moved toward comprehensive, multi-title management, leaving Movie Countdown's single-item limitation increasingly obsolete. Without a development refresh, the app will continue to lose relevance to competitors that offer persistent, multi-film tracking. - 🔴 The lack of updates since 2015 indicates a dormant product state, which prevents the app from competing with modern, frequently updated release trackers. ## Key Metrics Summary | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Overall Rating | 2/5 | | Total Reviews | 2 | | Sentiment | Mixed (50/100) | | Confidence | Medium | | Pricing Model | Free | | Platforms | iOS | | Key Features | 2 analyzed | | Outlook | Declining | ## Competitor Comparison | App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Movie Countdown** (this app) | 2/5 | Mixed | A-Z Computers | | [JustPlay: Earn Money or Donate](https://marlvel.ai/apps/justplay-earn-money-or-donate) | 4.4/5 | n/a | JustPlay GmbH | | [BestPlay: Play Games & Earn](https://marlvel.ai/apps/bestplay-play-to-earn-donate) | 4.6/5 | n/a | Bestplay | | [BIBLIOTECA LDM](https://marlvel.ai/apps/biblioteca-ldm) | 4.8/5 | Mixed | Esteban Gonzalez | | [DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts](https://marlvel.ai/apps/dramabox-stream-drama-shorts-1) | 4.7/5 | n/a | STORYMATRIX | | [DramaWave - Dramas & Reels](https://marlvel.ai/apps/dramawave-dramas-reels) | 4.7/5 | Mixed | SKYWORK AI PTE LTD | ## Company Profile - **Developer:** A-Z Computers - **Website:** [https://themoviecountdown.com](https://themoviecountdown.com) ## Data Sources & Links - **App Store ID:** 998383173 - **Dev Site:** [Official Website](https://themoviecountdown.com) - **Sources:** Developer website content, App store metadata, User reviews. ## Related Intel Reports - [*JustPlay: Earn Money or Donate*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/justplay-earn-money-or-donate) (JustPlay GmbH) · 4.4/5 Rating - [*BestPlay: Play Games & Earn*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/bestplay-play-to-earn-donate) (Bestplay) · 4.6/5 Rating - [*BIBLIOTECA LDM*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/biblioteca-ldm) (Esteban Gonzalez) · 4.8/5 Rating - [*DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/dramabox-stream-drama-shorts-1) (STORYMATRIX) · 4.7/5 Rating - [*DramaWave - Dramas & Reels*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/dramawave-dramas-reels) (SKYWORK AI PTE LTD) · 4.7/5 Rating - [*PACIFIC RIM: JAEGER VS KAIJU BATTLE*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/pacific-rim-jaeger-vs-kaiju-battle) (Warner Bros.) · 3.5/5 Rating - [*PLAYZONE - Play & Earn Rewards*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/money-well-earn-rewards) (Vanessa Calatayud Gomis) · 2.5/5 Rating - [*TikTok Pro - Events*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-ss-iphone-ugc-tiktok-pro) (TikTok Ltd.) · 4.7/5 Rating - [*TikTok - Videos, Shop & LIVE*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/tiktok-videos-shop-live) (TikTok Ltd.) · 4.3/5 Rating - [*YouTube TV*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-google-ios-youtubeunplugged) (Google) · 3.7/5 Rating ## Frequently Asked Questions {#faq} ### Can I track more than one movie at a time? No, Movie Countdown currently only supports tracking one movie at a time. Users have requested a favorites page to manage multiple countdowns simultaneously. ### Is Movie Countdown free to use? Yes, Movie Countdown is a free utility with no subscription tiers or visible monetization. ### How often are the movie release dates updated? The app description states that movie release dates are updated daily. ## Methodology {#methodology} This report was generated by Marlvel.ai's 5-stage AI intelligence pipeline: 1. **Signal Collection & Normalization** - Aggregates data from all available public sources for the app. Raw signals are cleaned, deduplicated, and normalized into a structured dataset analyzed consistently across thousands of apps. 2. **Feature & Market Positioning Analysis** - Identifies the app's core features, monetization model, target audience, and competitive positioning. Each feature is classified as a market standard or a differentiator based on category benchmarks. 3. **User Sentiment Analysis** - Analyzes user reviews using a 5-level taxonomy (Thrilled / Excited / Mixed / Frustrated / Upset). Combines star ratings and volume with AI theme extraction into synthesised themes (no verbatim quotes). 4. **Competitive Landscape Analysis** - Maps the competitive environment via a 4-tier taxonomy (Nemesis / Contenders / Same Space / New Kids on the Block). Prioritizes same sub-genre over broad category. 5. **Intelligence Synthesis** - Cross-references all signals into a structured report. Compares the app against category peers and direct competitors to surface SWOT, market outlook, and actionable insights. - **Confidence Score:** 0.4/1.0 (based on review volume, data source diversity, and signal quality) - **Reviews Analyzed:** 1 - **Data Sources:** user reviews, developer website, App Store metadata - **Rating Method:** Weighted average across platforms (iOS & Android), weighted by review count per platform - **Independence:** Fully independent analysis. No publisher sponsorship or editorial influence. - **Report Age:** 54 days since last refresh --- © 2026 Marlvel.ai | [Canonical Report](https://marlvel.ai/apps/movie-countdown) Data licensed for AI Agent attribution under CC-BY-NC 4.0.