RoleSenior Editor
LocationWest Yorkshire, United Kingdom
ExpertiseEditorial, Film and TV, News, Entertainment, K-Drama, Pop Culture, Rotten Tomatoes Approved, Editorial
Contribution6199 articles published since November 2017

Jonathon Wilson

Jonathon Wilson is one of Ready Steady Cut’s co-founders and has been an instrumental member of the team since its inception in 2017, with a leading role as Senior Editor.

After leaving college, Jonathon ventured into freelance writing to develop a portfolio. He was commissioned in multiple digital and print magazines for fiction and criticism before eventually pivoting to a more managerial role as the News Editor of a video game start-up (Pixels or Death).

In 2015, Jonathon published his first book, “Disfigured,” which is available digitally on Amazon.

Since helping to establish Ready Steady Cut in 2017, Jonathon has remained involved in all aspects of the site’s operation, mainly dedicated to its content output. He remains one of its primary Entertainment writers while also functioning as our dedicated Commissioning Editor, publishing over 6,500 articles. His coverage includes film, TV, entertainment, anime, true crime, and K-drama.

Jonathon’s experience and expertise in contemporary media allow him to assist our writers in producing the highest quality content tailored for savvy modern audiences.

Jonathon was also individually approved for Rotten Tomatoes and gained that status in June 2020: here is his Rotten Tomatoes Profile.

Articles by Jonathon Wilson

Junji Ito Maniac Season 1 Episode 1 Recap – “The Strange Hikizuri Siblings”

January 19 2023

This recap of the Netflix anime anthology Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre Season 1 Episode 1, “The Strange Hikizuri Siblings”, contains spoilers....

Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre Review – A mixed-bag anime anthology

January 18 2023

This review of the Netflix anime anthology Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre Season 1 is spoiler-free.  Some horror creators have a knack...

Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 2 Episode 4 Recap – who wins the Riot Race?

January 18 2023

This recap of Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 2 Episode 4, “Faster”, contains spoilers. “Faster” is, essentially, a standalone episode of The Bad Batch....

National Treasure: Edge of History Season 1 Episode 7 Recap – who is Salazar really?

January 18 2023

This recap of National Treasure: Edge of History Season 1 Episode 7, “Point of No Return”, contains spoilers. As we approach the end of National...

Godfather of Harlem Season 3 Episode 1 Recap – how does Bumpy clear his debt?

January 16 2023

This recap of Godfather of Harlem Season 3 Episode 1, “The Negro in White America”, contains spoilers. Returning with relatively little fanfare to the recently...

Mayfair Witches Season 1 Episode 2 Recap – is Deidre dead?

January 15 2023

This recap of Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches Season 1 Episode 2, “The Dark Place”, contains spoilers. After a relatively underwhelming premiere, Mayfair Witches returns in...

Sky Rojo Season 3 Ending Explained – who survives the finale?

January 13 2023

This article contains spoilers for Sky Rojo Season 3 Episode 8, “Gold, Frankincense and Lead”, as well as an open discussion of the Sky Rojo...

Sky Rojo Season 3 Review – a satisfying, conclusive payoff

January 13 2023

This review of the Netflix series Sky Rojo Season 3 does not contain spoilers. Sky Rojo was an instant hit for Netflix thanks mostly to...

The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House Ending Explained – can Kiyo and Sumire maintain their friendship?

January 12 2023

This article contains spoilers for The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House Season 1 Episode 9, “Passage”, including an open discussion of the ending of...

The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House Review – comfort food in TV form

January 12 2023

This review of the Netflix series The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House Season 1 does not contain spoilers. Imagine, if you will, cozying up...

Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 2 Episode 3 Recap – why does Cody go AWOL?

January 11 2023

This recap of Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 2 Episode 3, “The Solitary Clone”, contains spoilers. Going much darker than The Bad Batch usually...

Willow Season 1 Ending Explained – what does the post-credits scene mean?

January 11 2023

This recap of the Disney+ series Willow Season 1 Episode 8, “Children of the Wyrm”, contains spoilers, including an open discussion of the Willow Season...

Alice in Borderland Season 2 Review – an impeccably-constructed battle royale

January 8 2023

This review of the Netflix series Alice in Borderland Season 2 does not contain spoilers. The Japanese battle royale series Alice in Borderland was a...

Mayfair Witches Season 1 Episode 1 Recap – what is Rowan’s power?

January 8 2023

This recap of Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches Season 1 Episode 1, “The Witching Hour”, contains spoilers. There’s a lot to be excited about when it...

Copenhagen Cowboy Season 1 Ending Explained – who are the girls in blue?

January 6 2023

This recap of the Nicolas Winding Refn Netflix series Copenhagen Cowboy Season 1 Episode 6, “The Heavens Will Fall”, contains spoilers. We also openly discuss...

Copenhagen Cowboy Season 1 Episode 5 Recap – how does Nicklas revive Rakel?

January 6 2023

This recap of the Nicolas Winding Refn Netflix series Copenhagen Cowboy Season 1 Episode 5, “Copenhagen”, contains spoilers. Throughout these recaps, I’ve speculated about Miu....

Copenhagen Cowboy Season 1 Episode 4 Recap – how is Miroslav connected to Miu?

January 6 2023

This recap of the Nicolas Winding Refn Netflix series Copenhagen Cowboy Season 1 Episode 4, “From Mr. Chiang With Love”, contains spoilers. What is Miu?...

Copenhagen Cowboy Season 1 Episode 3 Recap – how is Chiang controlling Hulda?

January 6 2023

This recap of the Nicolas Winding Refn Netflix series Copenhagen Cowboy Season 1 Episode 3, “Dragon Palace”, contains spoilers. Appearances can be deceiving. A family...

Copenhagen Cowboy Season 1 Episode 2 Recap – how does Miu get revenge on Rosella?

January 6 2023

This recap of the Nicolas Winding Refn Netflix series Copenhagen Cowboy Season 1 Episode 2, “Vengeance Is My Name”, contains spoilers. Lonely — that’s the...

Copenhagen Cowboy Season 1 Episode 1 Recap – what does Rosella want with Miu?

January 5 2023

This recap of the Nicolas Winding Refn Netflix series Copenhagen Cowboy Season 1 Episode 1, “Miu the Mysterious”, contains spoilers. If most shows opened with...

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