How to Live-Tweet an Episode of TV

Share your reactions to the episode while it’s airing.

Join in the real-time conversation around your projects by Tweeting along with the broadcast, sharing your personal commentary as the show unfolds.

Share when the show is airing

Include the date and time to give your followers more information and encourage them to tune in.

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Announce ahead of time that you will be live-Tweeting

Tweet to let your fans know that you’ll be active while the show is on, and encourage them to follow along with you.

Use the correct hashtags

While posting commentary, use the appropriate hashtags for the show so other fans can discover your Tweets. Most production teams share this with the cast. The hashtag is also usually featured within the show itself.

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Engage with cast members

Reply to, and engage with fellow cast members to share what you’re feeling with them and your followers.

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React to surprising or emotional points in the story

Share your thoughts and feelings during major plot twists.

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Use a Retweet with comment to respond to your fans

Reply to questions or fan comments that catch your eye. Show your fans you’re listening by Retweeting and/or liking great fan Tweets around your show.

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