What’s going to happen to RiffTrax?
RiffTrax isn’t stopping anytime soon! You may notice fewer feature-length releases on our site while we’re in production on these Mystery Science Theater 3000 episodes, but we’ll be back to our regularly scheduled RiffTrax-ing after we wrap. We have some new riffs already in the can to hold you over while we’re hard at work!
Last updated: January 20, 2026 10:16
Will there be RiffTrax Live in 2026?
We are taking a break from our traditional “RiffTrax Live” shows this year to focus on making these new episodes of Mystery Science Theater 3000. While there won’t be a RiffTrax Live event this year, we ARE planning to have a Fathom Event for one of these episodes in theaters where we can all get together in person to celebrate and enjoy this historic return of Mike, Kevin and Bill to the Satellite of Love! Stay tuned for more info.
Last updated: January 22, 2026 08:47
Are these four episodes all we can expect?
For this year, yes. We chose four because it’s a number of episodes that we’re confident we can make, and make them great — a real, satisfying batch of MST3K that fits within our production calendar at RiffTrax. Doing this many allows us to produce four really funny episodes that we can all be proud of, that you will love, and have them all done on schedule and in your hands this year. If this project goes well from start to finish, who knows what the future holds?
Last updated: February 05, 2026 11:36
What titles can we expect?
We’ve already selected four incredibly fun movies that would have fit right in during the classic MST3K days. We are in the process of finalizing the rights, and this Kickstarter page will be the first place we announce the titles!
Last updated: January 18, 2026 12:46
How and when will these episodes be released?
Our current plan is to premiere the first episode through a Fathom Event in theaters across the country, and soon thereafter to all backers at the EXPERIMENT 01 level and higher through RiffTrax.com. The other episodes will follow in a regular schedule after that.
Last updated: January 29, 2026 10:35
If you’re making these episodes anyway, then what is the Kickstarter needed for?
MST3K: The RiffTrax Experiments will be an expensive undertaking, so we definitely do need your financial support to make it work. But we’re not pinning the success or scope of this project to a specific fundraising goal, and WILL find a way to work with whatever budget your generous Kickstarter funding allows. We know how supportive the Kickstarter community has been for us over the years, and we want to use this campaign as a central nexus where ALL Backers can join us for the journey: from planning to production to premiere. We’ll give backers of every level regular updates as to what’s happening so we can all share in this exciting endeavor together.
Last updated: January 29, 2026 10:36
Why is the funding goal only $20,000?
We’ve chosen the $20,000 goal in commemoration of our 20th anniversary at RiffTrax, and we’re hopeful we will far exceed that amount because we do need this funding to produce The RiffTrax Experiments! RiffTrax AND YOU are funding these new episodes.
No matter the final amount raised, we’re going to make the episodes the best we can with the funding we receive through Kickstarter and we truly appreciate your generous support.
Last updated: February 05, 2026 11:52
But if Mike and the Bots crashed to Earth at the end of season 10, how are they—
Repeat to yourself, “It’s just a show, and I should really just relax…”
Last updated: January 29, 2026 10:37
Will the Blu-ray be Region Free?
Yes! The Blu-ray will be unlocked and will work in all worldwide players.
Last updated: February 02, 2026 10:33
Will the Blu-ray include both versions of Experiment 01?
Yes, the Blu-ray release will include both the Fathom Event Premiere and the studio versions of Experiment 01. Details to be announced.
Last updated: February 02, 2026 10:33
Is the Blu-ray only available to backers?
No, we’ll be sure these new episodes are available to purchase later on!
Last updated: February 02, 2026 16:42
Will these episodes be made available on the Gizmoplex?
We don’t manage the Gizmoplex, so we can’t answer that. What we do have is a secret server, protected by a dragon, and these new experiments will be hosted there, for you to download or stream via RiffTrax.com.
Last updated: February 02, 2026 17:00
Can I pledge for a Name or Photo reward as a gift?
Absolutely! After the Kickstarter ends, we’ll send out a Reward Survey asking for information such as the name you want to appear on the Thank You page, and for other personalized rewards like the Your Name In The Credits or Your Face On The Big Screen.
Last updated: February 02, 2026 17:20
If I pledge for the Blu-rays, will I get the digital version too?
The short answer is: YES! Each pledge level “stacks” — meaning, each tier starting at the $30 “RIFFTRAX BONUS PACK” includes everything from the previous (lower priced) tier. So pledging for the BLU-RAY PACKAGE gets you all the items from the prior tiers: the Thank You Page, RiffTrax Bonus Pack, All Four Digital Episodes (plus the Fathom Premier), and those Blu-rays! The next pledge level, the PIN SET tier, includes everything from the BLU-RAY PACKAGE, and so on.
Last updated: February 02, 2026 22:23
I'm having trouble entering my confirmation ID.
We’ve had some backers report this! It looks like this is an issue with copying and pasting the code. Give manually re-typing the confirmation code into the text box a go, and this should allow you to proceed!
Last updated: April 28, 2026 10:06
Is it possible to get tickets to the Fathom Event for Episode 1 as rewards?
No, unfortunately, the one thing we’re unable to offer with backer rewards are tickets to individual screenings at theaters. This is because of the way theaters operate with their own independent ticketing databases, and in addition, we could not guarantee in advance which theaters will participate in the event.
Last updated: April 29, 2026 14:33
When will I get charged? If I Update my Survey, will I get charged twice?
We won’t charge you until closer to the survey close date (currently May 31). Updating your survey doesn’t result in a double charge because you haven’t been charged yet! Once we’re ready to Lock Orders, you’ll have 48 hour notice to update your survey and make any changes to your order. After that, we’ll charge your card!
Last updated: April 29, 2026 17:07
Where's my stuff? (Or, "when will my rewards ship?")
We’re shipping out EVERYTHING to backers that we can, with two exceptions:
1. Blu-rays and DVDs will not ship until they are ready (early 2027).
2. Signed photos ship separately from Minneapolis, where Mike, Kevin and Bill will be signing them.
RiffTrax is a very small team and we’re shipping out everyone’s orders we can, in the most efficient way possible - with shipments going out based on the combinations of items you’re due to receive. In other words, everyone who ordered some combination of “pins, coins, and ornaments” got theirs first because those were the first items we received from the manufacturers.
We will ship out everything that we have to all backers the fastest we can, and when Blu-rays/DVDs are ready, those will go out in a separate shipment and you will receive another notification with that tracking information. Stay tuned!
Last updated: September 25, 2026 21:42
Why isn't my name listed in the End Credits?
In order to get your name in the end credits, you would have needed to pledge at the $225 YOUR NAME IN END CREDITS OF EXPERIMENT 01 reward tier or higher.
The description of the EXPERIMENT 01 reward could be confusing — it mentions the list of backer names in the end credits would appear in both the Studio version Episode 1 (today’s Update) as well as the “Fathom Theatrical Premiere Version” that we’ll deliver a little later: “The Studio version will include backer names from the YOUR NAME IN THE CREDITS reward, and the Fathom Theatrical version will include those names as well as YOUR FACE ON THE BIG SCREEN backer photos.”
ALL BACKERS starting at the JOIN THE JOURNEY level received the Name on the Thank You Page and Achievement perks.
If you’re positive you backed at the $225 level or higher, please contact us and we’ll do what we can!
Last updated: October 08, 2026 20:26
Do I need a Best Friends subscription to watch the rest of the episodes?
No, you don’t! Best Friends subscribers will get to see Episode 3 of The RiffTrax Experiments one week earlier.
This is an Early Premiere for subscribers; backers of the $75 ALL FOUR EXPERIMENTS levels and higher will get their Episode 3 reward code around November 6, which aligns with our “New Episode Every Two Weeks” cadence.
All backers at the BONUS PACK reward level and higher get one month of Best Friends for free, so they can catch the episode without risk. We hope they’ll stick around to enjoy all the other cool stuff Best Friends offers, and support our independent company!
Last updated: October 29, 2026 11:47
Current Estimated Shipping Date: October 2026
Shipping is happening!
We are currently shipping EVERYTHING for all backers EXCEPT for Blu-rays/DVDs and Signed Photos. This is because the Box Sets aren't made yet, and the Signed Photos will come from Minnesota where Mike, Kevin and Bill will be actually signing them.
Our process involves shipping in groups of backers with combinations of the same items. For example, coins and pins went out first, because those were what we received first. Then we added ornaments, and shirts, and cards/stickers/clings etc.
This means, of course, that not everyone is going to be getting their rewards at the same time. We're a small operation and are processing shipping as best we can, so we appreciate your patience! We promise to deliver on all of our backers' rewards, and we can't wait for you to get them into your hands.
You should be receiving email tracking notifications soon, although sometimes BackerKit does not send them automatically, so please reach out to us at [email protected] with any questions and we'd be glad to help you directly.
DVDs and Blu-rays are now in the planning phase and we think you're going to love them. We still expect to ship them by early 2027. We will keep you updated every step of the way.
Stay tuned!
- The RiffTrax Team
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