DUST
@watchdust · YouTube · United States
The home of science fiction on YouTube. DUST is a curated channel of independent short films - every one licensed directly from its creators, every one chosen because it expands what the genre can be. Filmmakers: submit your work on FilmFreeway. Viewers: the future awaits. Look up. The universe is bigger than you think. Stay DUSTed. Beyond our longstanding presence on YouTube, DUST also operates ALIEN NATION, a free streaming TV channel available on The Roku Channel, Samsung TV+, Sling FreeStream, LG Channels, Pluto TV, Tubi, Freevee, Vizio WatchFree+, Xumo, CW, DIRECTV, and Fubo.
3.5M
Subscribers
427.9M
Total views
1,100
Videos
33.7K
Avg. views / video
0.05%
Engagement rate
With 3.5M subscribers, DUST has accumulated 427.9M views over 1,100 videos. Recent uploads average 33.7K views each, earning a 0.05% engagement rate.
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Audience & content
Publishing Activity
Dormant
Last upload Apr 23, 2026 · ≈9.2 uploads/month lifetime.
Audience (estimated)
Est.Predominantly women · mostly 18–34
Typical for Lifestyle creators in United States, modeled from the topic — not measured for this channel.
Content Focus
Primary: Lifestyle
Secondary: Film
DUST vs similar channels
| Metric | DUST | Cohort median |
|---|---|---|
| Avg. views per video | 33.7K | 128.3K |
| Engagement rate | 0.05% | 0.16% |
| Videos published | 1,100 | 754 |
Median values from 1,703 YouTube channels with 1M–10M subscribers in the InstMe index, refreshed daily.
Estimated sponsorship value
$500–$1,200per dedicated video
Based on 33.7K average views per video, a dedicated sponsored video on DUST is worth an estimated $500–$1,200. This is a modeled range from view counts and typical YouTube CPMs, not a quoted rate — actual pricing depends on niche, format, usage rights and exclusivity.
Frequently asked questions
How many subscribers does DUST have?
DUST has 3.5M subscribers on YouTube, with 427.9M total channel views across 1,100 videos.
What is DUST's YouTube handle?
DUST publishes on YouTube as @watchdust.
How many views does DUST get per video?
DUST averages 33.7K views per video. Views-per-video is usually a better sponsorship predictor than the subscriber count alone.
What is DUST's engagement rate?
DUST's measured engagement rate is 0.05% (likes and comments relative to views on recent videos).
How much does a sponsored video from DUST cost?
Based on 33.7K average views per video, a dedicated sponsored video on DUST is worth an estimated $500–$1,200. This is a modeled range from view counts and typical YouTube CPMs, not a quoted rate — actual pricing depends on niche, format, usage rights and exclusivity.
Is DUST still active on YouTube?
DUST's most recent video was published on April 23, 2026.
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