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MST3K Kickstarter Soars to $2.7M, New Episodes Coming!

3/18/2026

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RiffTrax and Shout! Studios’ Kickstarter campaign for “Mystery Science Theater 3000” raised $2,695,849 from 22,189 backers, exceeding its $20,000 goal.
Original cast members, including Michael J. Nelson and Kevin Murphy, will produce four new episodes starting this summer in Minneapolis, MN.
The first episode will premiere in theaters, with all episodes available on RiffTrax's website later this year.
Fans can still submit late pledges for exclusive merchandise, and Shout! Studios commended the campaign's success and fan dedication.

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Story summary

RiffTrax and Shout! Studios’ Kickstarter campaign for “Mystery Science Theater 3000” raised $2,695,849 from 22,189 backers, exceeding its $20,000 goal.
Original cast members, including Michael J. Nelson and Kevin Murphy, will produce four new episodes starting this summer in Minneapolis, MN.
The first episode will premiere in theaters, with all episodes available on RiffTrax's website later this year.
Fans can still submit late pledges for exclusive merchandise, and Shout! Studios commended the campaign's success and fan dedication.