RoleSenior Editor
LocationWest Yorkshire, United Kingdom
ExpertiseEditorial, Film and TV, News, Entertainment, K-Drama, Pop Culture, Rotten Tomatoes Approved, Editorial
Contribution6215 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

Chernobyl Recap: The Russians Are Coming to Shoot Your Pets

May 28 2019

This Chernobyl episode 4 recap for the episode titled “The Happiness of All Mankind” contains spoilers. You can check out our thoughts on the previous...

‘Historical Roasts’ Review: Jeff Ross Teaches History… Sort Of

May 27 2019

I’ve written before about how sometimes the worst way of learning something is to be taught it directly, and Netflix’s six-part comedy series Historical Roasts...

‘Joy (2018)’ Review: A Harsh and Sobering Look At Sex Trafficking

May 24 2019

There’s nothing glamorous about Austrian-Iranian filmmaker Sudabeh Mortezai’s 2018 movie Joy. A bleak and sobering glimpse into the grim underworld of sex trafficking, it’s a...

Vida Recap: Orgies Don’t Look Like Much Fun, As It Happens

May 23 2019

This Vida Season 2 Episode 1 recap contains spoilers. You can check out our spoiler-free thoughts on the entire second season by clicking these words....

Vida Season 2 Review: One Of Last Year’s Best Shows Returns… Even Better?

May 23 2019

This Vida Season 2 review is spoiler free. You can check out our thoughts on last season by clicking these words.  You might recall Tanya...

Chernobyl Recap: Finding Hope in the Aftermath of Disaster

May 21 2019

This Chernobyl episode 3 recap for the episode titled “Open Wide, O Earth”, contains spoilers. You can check out our thoughts on the previous episode...

Game of Thrones Finale Recap: None Of That Made Any Sense Whatsoever

May 20 2019

This Game of Thrones Season 8 Episode 6 recap for the episode titled “The Iron Throne” contains spoilers. You can check out our thoughts on...

We Have Always Lived in the Castle Review: It Might Be Time to Move

May 18 2019

We Have Always Lived in the Castle, an adaptation of Shirley Jackson’s final novel, is one of those films that has you wondering what might...

The Hive Review: A Pointless Twist on a Tired Formula

May 18 2019

The Hive does one special thing to the zombie formula. When Adam (Gabriel Basso) starts to remember his life, he says, “I must be an...

A Violent Separation Review: A Dreary And Contrived Backwoods Thriller

May 17 2019

I’m an enthusiastic advocate of Alycia Debnam-Carey, who you might remember as the only watchable part of Fear the Walking Dead‘s dreadful fourth season. And predictably,...

Still Laugh-In: The Stars Celebrate Review: Laugh? I Almost Started…

May 17 2019

I used to work behind the bar of my local pub. One of the regulars used to come and sit at the bar for hours...

Booksmart Review: Nothing Short Of An Instant Classic

May 17 2019

Olivia Wilde’s directional debut Booksmart is nothing short of an instant classic. With a stellar cast of inspiring and upcoming talent Booksmart takes audiences on a coming...

‘ReMastered: The Lion’s Share’ Review – The Fascinating Tale Of A Single Song That Tells A Much Bigger Story

May 17 2019

You know that song, don’t you? It’s got that really recognizable bass line provided by acapella vocals, that famous verse, ‘in the jungle, the mighty...

It’s Bruno Review: An Aggravatingly Unfunny Ode To Man’s Best Friend

May 17 2019

Rarely do I wish I liked something more than I really, really wish I liked It’s Bruno, in part because I’m pretty sure I can see...

Good Sam Review: A Relaxed, Feel-Good Story That Won’t Stick Around In Your Memory For Long

May 17 2019

Netflix’s new addition to it’s feel-good repertoire comes in the form of light-hearted movie Good Sam. Good Sam is a buoyantly pleasant movie that casually...

Maria Review: Is Christine Reyes The Next Big Action Star?

May 17 2019

Pedring Lopez’s actioner Maria, which arrived on Netflix today directly from the Philippines, understands the single most fundamental rule of balls-to-the-wall genre filmmaking: Clarity. Say what...

New Amsterdam Finale Recap: Well, That Was Certainly A Cliffhanger

May 15 2019

This New Amsterdam Episode 22 recap for the episode titled “Luna” contains spoilers. You can check out our thoughts on the previous episode by clicking...

Chernobyl Recap: How Stuff Works

May 14 2019

This Chernobyl Episode 2 recap for the episode titled “Please Remain Calm” contains spoilers. You can check out our thoughts on the previous episode by...

Revisions Review: Mechas and Monsters

May 14 2019

Revisions feel like fairly standard fare that somehow manages to be inventive but incredibly familiar at the same time. It has some interesting ideas but some...

Iconic Mother Figures in TV

May 12 2019

Mother figures in TV and film are usually one of two things – they can be loving, nurturing and kind, willing to do whatever they...