The YouTube Effect (2023)

5.4/10 • 99 min • Documentary

Overview

YouTube has garnered over 2.3 billion users and is worth up to $300 billion. At its center is its algorithm, something that threatens to destroy not only the platform, but the entire Internet.

Cast

Anthony Padilla

Self - YouTube Creator, Smosh

Ian Hecox

Self - YouTube Creator, Smosh (voice)

Susan Wojcicki

Self - Former YouTube CEO

Natalie Wynn

Self - YouTube Creator, ContraPoints

Carrie Goldberg

Self - Online Abuse Lawyer

Dave Lauer

Self - CEO Urvin.ai and Al Ethics Writer (voice)

Ryan Kaji

Self - YouTube Creator, Ryan's World

Shion Kaji

Self - Ryan's Father

Alex Winter

Self

LoAnn Kaji

Self - Ryan's Mother

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