Movie of the Year 1999

The 1999 Primetime Movie Draft

The draft is back—and it’s time to finish building the ultimate 1999 TV network! In this second and final installment of the Movie of the Year Podcast’s 1999 TV Draft, the Taste Buds—Mike, Ryan, and Greg—return to battle it out for TV supremacy. With their first-round picks locked in from last week, the stakes are even higher as they fill out their lineups, argue over strategy, and fight for the crown of Prime-Time King.

The Final Rounds: Completing the Lineups

With the children’s show, network sitcom, network drama, non-network scripted show, unscripted show, and wild card categories still in play, every choice matters. The snake draft continues, and this week’s episode sees the Taste Buds strategizing, scheming, and occasionally sabotaging each other to build the most unbeatable channel of 1999.

Deep Dive: The Best TV Shows of 1999

If the first half of the draft was about setting the foundation, this finale is all about going big. The hosts revisit 1999’s best shows with fresh context and clever analysis, highlighting why this year was such a groundbreaking moment in television. From the golden age of network dramas to the wild rise of reality TV, every pick is fueled by nostalgia—and more than a few heated debates.

Who Really Won?

After all the picks are in, the Taste Buds compare their completed lineups and make their cases for victory. Who built the channel that would have crushed the Nielsen ratings in 1999? Which draft choices aged like fine wine, and which ones were pure Y2K panic? Listen in to hear their verdicts—and then cast your own vote by emailing popfilterco@gmail.com with your pick for the winner.

Nostalgia, Laughs, and the End of the Draft

This finale isn’t just about competition; it’s a celebration of the year that changed TV forever. The Taste Buds look back on the cultural impact of these shows, share behind-the-scenes trivia, and crack each other up along the way. It’s a perfect blend of humor, pop culture insight, and pure 1999 nostalgia.

FAQ About the 1999 TV Draft

What is a TV draft?

Just like fantasy sports, but instead of athletes, you’re drafting TV shows to build your dream lineup.

What categories do they draft?

Each Taste Bud must pick:

• A children’s show
• A network sitcom
• A network drama
• A non-network scripted show
• An unscripted show
• A wild card

Who are the hosts?

The Taste Buds—Mike, Ryan, and Greg—are your guides through all things pop culture, blending expertise and comedy in every episode.

How can I join the fun?

Subscribe to the podcast and email your own 1999 lineup—or vote on the winner—at popfilterco@gmail.com.

The Grand Finale: A Trip Back to 1999

Whether you’ve been following since Part 1 or are just jumping in now, this second episode delivers the laughs, debates, and nostalgia that make Movie of the Year a must-listen. From the draft drama to the final showdown, this is your ticket back to the golden era of television.

Listen now, subscribe to the Movie of the Year Podcast, and share this epic two-part draft with every pop culture fan you know.