The problem
Streaming platforms give you thousands of options and somehow you still spend 20 minutes scrolling. Genre filters don't help. Trending lists don't help. Algorithms optimised for engagement show you the same ten things. The missing variable is always mood.
The idea
beyondGenre was built on the belief that three quick questions about how you want to feel are worth more than any genre tag or popularity score. Answer them honestly and we'll find something worth your time — whether that's a film, a book, or a podcast.
"Not what's trending. Not what an algorithm thinks you'll click. Just the right thing for how you feel right now."
— The beyondGenre philosophy
What we recommend
Films
From blockbusters to hidden gems — matched to your mood, runtime and audience.
Books
Fiction, non-fiction, quick reads and epics — with links to Amazon, Kindle and Audible.
Podcasts
True crime, comedy, storytelling, business — one question finds your next listen.
CinemaIQ
A daily film puzzle. Three clues. One film. A new challenge every day.
Where we're going
beyondGenre aims to be the single destination for entertainment discovery across every format. The goal is simple: you tell us how you want to feel, and we find what you should experience next.