DramaBox Downloads & RevenueDramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts · App Store & Google Play
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts gets 500k+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts by STORYMATRIX PTE. LTD. is on App Store and Google Play. Active Users (MAU & DAU), Downloads, rankings, keywords, revenue, and rating totals.
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts update history & changes
Last change · 113 events since 18 Apr 2023Full timeline ↓Full timeline · 113 events
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts: featuring lifted it to #14 (from #176)iOSTop app gratuite · IT
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by AppleiOSapps · AU
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added 1 ad networkiOSreklamup.com (the developer's app-ads.txt)
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: lemino, shortdishowiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 🔎DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts reached Top 10 for “lemino”iOS#10 in Japan search · popularity 93
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adAndroid3
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added 1 ad networkAndroidreklamup.com (the developer's app-ads.txt)
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by AppleiOSapps · AU, IT
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts hit #1 in 3 chartsiOSTop Free · All Apps · PL · Top Free · Entertainment · PL · Top Free · Entertainment · TR
- 📦DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts updated to version 7.1.0iOS1. Added many popular dramas.
2. Optimize the appearance of some pages. - 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started 3 new adsiOS3
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by AppleiOSapps · AU, IT
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: companyiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by AppleiOSapps · AU
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts hit #1iOSTop Free · Entertainment · IT
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts entered the top 10AndroidTop Free · All Apps · VN
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: divertissementiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started 3 new adsAndroid3
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by AppleiOSapps · AU
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts hit #1AndroidTop Free · Entertainment · VN
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: dreame, xboxiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started 2 new adsAndroid3
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by AppleiOSapps · AU
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts entered the top 10iOSTop Free · All Apps · VN
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: boxiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by AppleiOSapps · AU
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: boxiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by AppleiOSapps · AU, TW
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: originalsiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by AppleiOSapps · AU
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: vibeshort, voxiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: shortmax, goodshort, dramawave, storyreel +1 moreiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adAndroid3
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts: new screenshotsAndroid12 screenshots (was 12) · US
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adiOS3
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: dramawave, reel, chinese, feveriOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started 3 new adsAndroid3
- 📦DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts updated to version 7.0.1iOS1. 많은 인기 드라마를 추가했습니다.
2. 일부 페이지의 모양을 최적화합니다. - 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts entered the top 10AndroidTop Grossing · All Apps · TH
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: exclusive, show, episodesiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts entered the top 10iOSTop Free · All Apps · TR
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: ninaruiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adAndroid3
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts hit #1AndroidTop Grossing · Entertainment · IN
- 🎉DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts in-app event: Ugly Duckling, Hidden BeautyiOSPREMIERE · until 22 Nov
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: werewolfiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adiOS3
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: reelshort, films, movieiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: movie, deleteiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts hit #1iOSTop Free · Entertainment · IN
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts: new screenshotsAndroid12 screenshots (was 12) · US
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: romanceiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adAndroid3
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started 2 new adsAndroid3
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts hit #1iOSTop Free · Entertainment · PH
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts entered the top 10 in 3 chartsiOSTop Free · Entertainment · DE · Top Free · All Apps · KR · Top Free · Entertainment · NL
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts: ran 11 new ads in a weekAndroidalmost none in the four weeks before
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started 3 new adsAndroid3
- 🎉DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts in-app event: Love Is A Dangerous GameiOSMAJOR UPDATE · until 16 Nov
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: videoiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started 3 new adsAndroid3
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: dragons, episodes, trickyiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📦DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts: now updating weeklyAndroid4 updates in 30 days, after a quiet two months
- 📦DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts updated to version 7.0.0Android1. Added many popular dramas.
2. Optimize the appearance of some pages. - 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started 2 new adsAndroid3
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts: new screenshotsAndroid12 screenshots (was 12) · US
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started 5 new adsAndroid3
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts entered the top 10 in 14 chartsiOSTop Grossing · Entertainment · AR · Top Free · Entertainment · CO · Top Grossing · Entertainment · CO · Top Grossing · All Apps · MY · +10 more
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts entered the top 10 in 9 chartsAndroidTop Free · Entertainment · MX · Top Grossing · Entertainment · MX · Top Grossing · Entertainment · NL · Top Grossing · Entertainment · TH · +5 more
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adiOS3
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adiOS3
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts: new screenshotsAndroid12 screenshots (was 12) · US
- 📦DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts updated to version 6.9.3Android1. Added many popular dramas.
2. Optimize the appearance of some pages. - 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adiOS3
- 🌏DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts: found on Samsung Galaxy StoreAndroid
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: dream, romanceiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts entered the top 10 in 6 chartsiOSTop Free · Entertainment · ID · Top Grossing · All Apps · IN · Top Grossing · Entertainment · KR · Top Free · All Apps · TH · +2 more
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: romanceiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📦DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts updated to version 6.9.2iOS1. Added many popular dramas.
2. Optimize the appearance of some pages. - 🎉DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts in-app event: My Weak Dog Is a Sky LioniOSMAJOR UPDATE · until 30 Oct
- 🎉DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts in-app event: Kneel Before The Dragon QueeniOSMAJOR UPDATE · until 30 Oct
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: reels, ネット小説iOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: films, stories, reels, vogue +1 moreiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started 2 new adsAndroid3
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by Apple: “トレンド”iOStoday · AU, JP
- 🎉DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts in-app event: Fling With My Bestie's DadiOSMAJOR UPDATE · until 30 Oct
- 🎉DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts in-app event: Shifter Academy: Tame AlphasiOSMAJOR UPDATE · until 30 Oct
- 🎉DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts in-app event: Get Out of My BugattiiOSMAJOR UPDATE · until 30 Oct
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adiOS3
- ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: reelshort, pinedrama, series, storyreel +1 moreiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by Apple: “トレンド”iOStoday · AU, JP
- 📦DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts updated to version 6.9.2Android1. Added many popular dramas.
2. Optimize the appearance of some pages. - ✏️DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts added hidden keywords: storyreel, dramawave, kurzdramen, vibeshort +8 moreiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by AppleiOSapps · AU
- 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts entered the top 10 in 2 chartsAndroidTop Free · All Apps · KR · Top Free · Entertainment · US
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by AppleiOSapps · AU
- 📦DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts updated to version 6.9.1iOS1. 많은 인기 드라마를 추가했습니다.
2. 일부 페이지의 모양을 최적화합니다. - 📈DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts entered the top 10 in 2 chartsAndroidTop Grossing · All Apps · GB · Top Grossing · All Apps · IN
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by Apple: “トレンド”iOStoday · AU, JP
- 🆕DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts first spotted by AppInsiderAndroidUnited Arab Emirates
- 🌟DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts featured by AppleiOSapps · AU
- 🆕DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts first spotted by AppInsideriOS#86 in Top Grossing · All Apps · Japan
- 📦DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts updated to version 6.8.1Android1. Added many popular dramas.
2. Optimize the appearance of some pages. - 📦DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts version 6.9.0Android1. Added many popular dramas.
2. Optimize the appearance of some pages. - 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adAndroid3
- 📦DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts version 6.8.0iOSNo release notes
- 🎉DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts in-app event: Poisoned by His LoveiOSMAJOR UPDATE · until 11 Oct
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adAndroid3
- 📣DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts started a new adAndroid3
- 🆕DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts: its developer released another app: DramaBox Lite - Mini Drama TViOS
- 🆕DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts released on Google PlayAndroid
- 🆕DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts released on the App StoreiOS
Collected from the stores by AppInsider since we first spotted the app. Dates are when we saw each change.
Entertainment FreeDramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-08. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
DramaBox is a free-to-download mobile streaming platform targeting commuters and casual viewers who want short-form, high-quality drama series and movies. The app dominates the Polish market with #1 rankings in both All Apps Free and Entertainment Free categories while maintaining strong top-5 grossing positions across Southeast Asia (MY, PH, TH) and other key regions like Brazil and Canada.
Similar apps: ReelShort, ShortMax, FlexTV
App Store
App details
App privacy Measured
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts’s App Store privacy label declares 2 data categories used to track you across other companies’ apps and websites, 7 linked to your identity and 2 collected anonymously.
Google Play
App details
Tech stack
Trackers and permissions of build v7.0.0, from the εxodus privacy report (CC BY-SA).
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts downloads & installs
Both stores, worldwide. Bands are open; exact numbers are free with an account.
| Store | Downloads / day | Lifetime installs |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 100k+ | 100M+ |
| Google Play | 100k+ | 100M+ Measured |
| Total | 500k+ Confidence | 100M+ Confidence |
How this is calculated
Where DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Retention · share of new users still active
Time spent · per daily user
How this is calculated
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend before Apple and Google take their fee.
| Store | Per day | Per month | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| App Store | |||
| Google Play | |||
| Total | Confidence | 100% |
Business model: Subscription-led
How DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Top in-app purchases · App Store US, most popular first
| 1 | Membership subscription | |
| 2 | Membership subscription | |
| 3 | Special offer | |
| 4 | Special offer | |
| 5 | Membership subscription | |
| 6 | Membership subscription | |
| 7 | Membership subscription | |
| 8 | Special offer | |
| 9 | Membership subscription | |
| 10 | Membership subscription |
Hidden keywords
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts shows up in App Store search (US) for 7 words that appear nowhere in its name, subtitle or developer name, so they are almost certainly in its private keyword field, and it ranks in the top 10 for at least one of them.
Where it ranks now
Both stores, across every country we track.
| Store | Best rank | Charting in | US Top Free | US Top Grossing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| App Store | #1 Entertainment Free | 29 of 30 countries | #12 | #9 |
| Google Play | #2 Entertainment Grossing | 23 of 23 countries | #5 | #8 |
Full chart lists: App Store · Google Play.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisGrowing fastest in 
Vietnam ▲ +83%
New ratings by country (12)
| Country | New ratings a week | Share | Last 2 weeks vs the 2 before |
|---|---|---|---|
 United States | 4,938 | 43% | ▼ -30% |
 Brazil | 1,148 | 10% | ▲ +10% |
 Philippines | 840 | 7% | – |
 Japan | 830 | 7% | ▲ +5% |
 Thailand | 612 | 5% | steady |
 India | 545 | 5% | ▼ -14% |
 Mexico | 535 | 5% | ▲ +9% |
| Vietnam | 513 | 5% | ▲ +83% |
| United Kingdom | 402 | 4% | ▼ -31% |
 Canada | 372 | 3% | ▼ -23% |
 Turkey | 334 | 3% | ▼ -9% |
 Indonesia | 308 | 3% | ▼ -35% |
App Store ratings in the countries we track, 4-week average.
Review momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
Ratings
Both stores. Store data, measured.
| Store | Rating | Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 4.8 ★ | 893k |
| Google Play | 4.6 ★ | 5.7M 39k written reviews |
| Both stores | 4.6 ★ weighted by ratings | 6.6M |
What users say about DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts
From the 200 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users strongly criticize the app's aggressive monetization, citing deceptive pricing, excessive ads, and unexpected subscription renewals. While some acknowledge the entertainment value of the short dramas, the majority feel the cost and technical issues make the service untrustworthy and not worth the money.
Mixed (35% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for good value, and being fun. The main complaints are about price and subscriptions, and ads.
What people like
- Price & subscription: “The weekly price is insane!”
- Fun: “I’m addicted and I know I’m not the only one”
- Ads: “just hold on and watch commercial ad”
- Features & content: “Content and real actors are awesome”
Common complaints
- Price & subscription: “It’s not worth paying for”
- Ads: “More ads than story pitiful”
- Features & content: “Same content and storylines”
- Privacy & data: “MONEY GRAB SCAM BEWARE!!!”
About DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts
With our app, you can access a huge selection of high-quality content from some of the best creators out there. From indie films to award-winning TV series, we've got something for everyone. And with new content added regularly, you'll always have something fresh to watch.
Here are just a few of the features you'll love about our app:
- Stream your favorite shows and movies in HD quality, no matter where you are.
- Discover new content based on your viewing preferences and what's trending in the app.
- Get personalized recommendations based on your viewing history and ratings.
- Enjoy ad-free streaming and uninterrupted viewing.
- Create playlists and save your favorite titles for later.
So what are you waiting for? Download our app now and start watching the best short movies, TV series, and drama today!
Note: If you subscribe through Apple, the payment will be deducted from your App Store account when you confirm the purchase.
Unless the user turns off automatic renewal at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. Otherwise, the system automatically extends the validity period. Within 24 hours of the end of the current subscription period, the system will charge the account renewal fee according to the price of the selected plan. After completing the purchase, users can manage their subscriptions and automatic renewal in account Settings.
Privacy policy: https://support.dramaboxdb.com/privacy.html
DramaBox Paid Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula
Developer site：https://www.dramabox.com
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts App Store
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts gets 500k+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts is #9 in Entertainment Grossing in United States and charting in 29 of 30 countries we track.
Updated 9 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
24 Sep 2026 Entertainment GrossingDramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-08. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
DramaBox is a free-to-download mobile streaming platform targeting commuters and casual viewers who want short-form, high-quality drama series and movies. The app dominates the Polish market with #1 rankings in both All Apps Free and Entertainment Free categories while maintaining strong top-5 grossing positions across Southeast Asia (MY, PH, TH) and other key regions like Brazil and Canada.
Similar apps: ReelShort, ShortMax, FlexTV
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts on the App Store
App details
App privacy Measured
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts’s App Store privacy label declares 2 data categories used to track you across other companies’ apps and websites, 7 linked to your identity and 2 collected anonymously.
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Where DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Retention · share of new users still active
Time spent · per daily user
How this is calculated
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend in DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts before Apple and Google take their fee.
How this is calculated
Business model: Subscription-led
How DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Top in-app purchases · App Store US, most popular first
| 1 | Membership subscription | |
| 2 | Membership subscription | |
| 3 | Special offer | |
| 4 | Special offer | |
| 5 | Membership subscription | |
| 6 | Membership subscription | |
| 7 | Membership subscription | |
| 8 | Special offer | |
| 9 | Membership subscription | |
| 10 | Membership subscription |
Hidden keywords
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts shows up in App Store search (US) for 7 words that appear nowhere in its name, subtitle or developer name, so they are almost certainly in its private keyword field, and it ranks in the top 10 for at least one of them.
Where it ranks now
Every top chart it appears in across 30 countries.
Germany
South Korea
Australia
France
Italy
Russia
Taiwan
Spain
Malaysia
Netherlands
Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
Sweden
South Africa
Argentina
ColombiaApps near DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts on the chart
Entertainment Grossing, around #9.
Ratings
App Store, worldwide.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisGrowing fastest in Vietnam ▲ +83%
New ratings by country (12)
| Country | New ratings a week | Share | Last 2 weeks vs the 2 before |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 4,938 | 43% | ▼ -30% |
| Brazil | 1,148 | 10% | ▲ +10% |
| Philippines | 840 | 7% | – |
| Japan | 830 | 7% | ▲ +5% |
| Thailand | 612 | 5% | steady |
| India | 545 | 5% | ▼ -14% |
| Mexico | 535 | 5% | ▲ +9% |
| Vietnam | 513 | 5% | ▲ +83% |
| United Kingdom | 402 | 4% | ▼ -31% |
| Canada | 372 | 3% | ▼ -23% |
| Turkey | 334 | 3% | ▼ -9% |
| Indonesia | 308 | 3% | ▼ -35% |
App Store ratings in the countries we track, 4-week average.
Review momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
What users say about DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts
From the 200 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users strongly criticize the app's aggressive monetization, citing deceptive pricing, excessive ads, and unexpected subscription renewals. While some acknowledge the entertainment value of the short dramas, the majority feel the cost and technical issues make the service untrustworthy and not worth the money.
Mixed (35% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for good value, and being fun. The main complaints are about price and subscriptions, and ads.
What people like
- Price & subscription: “The weekly price is insane!”
- Fun: “I’m addicted and I know I’m not the only one”
- Ads: “just hold on and watch commercial ad”
- Features & content: “Content and real actors are awesome”
Common complaints
- Price & subscription: “It’s not worth paying for”
- Ads: “More ads than story pitiful”
- Features & content: “Same content and storylines”
- Privacy & data: “MONEY GRAB SCAM BEWARE!!!”
About DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts
With our app, you can access a huge selection of high-quality content from some of the best creators out there. From indie films to award-winning TV series, we've got something for everyone. And with new content added regularly, you'll always have something fresh to watch.
Here are just a few of the features you'll love about our app:
- Stream your favorite shows and movies in HD quality, no matter where you are.
- Discover new content based on your viewing preferences and what's trending in the app.
- Get personalized recommendations based on your viewing history and ratings.
- Enjoy ad-free streaming and uninterrupted viewing.
- Create playlists and save your favorite titles for later.
So what are you waiting for? Download our app now and start watching the best short movies, TV series, and drama today!
Note: If you subscribe through Apple, the payment will be deducted from your App Store account when you confirm the purchase.
Unless the user turns off automatic renewal at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. Otherwise, the system automatically extends the validity period. Within 24 hours of the end of the current subscription period, the system will charge the account renewal fee according to the price of the selected plan. After completing the purchase, users can manage their subscriptions and automatic renewal in account Settings.
Privacy policy: https://support.dramaboxdb.com/privacy.html
DramaBox Paid Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula
Developer site：https://www.dramabox.com
Latest updates
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DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts Android
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts gets 500k+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts is #2 in Entertainment Grossing on Google Play in United Kingdom and charting in 23 of 23 countries we track.
Updated 9 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
Entertainment GrossingDramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-08. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
DramaBox is a free-to-download streaming platform offering exclusive, short-form vertical dramas across various genres for users seeking quick, emotionally engaging mobile entertainment. The app demonstrates strong global monetization and user acquisition, ranking #2 in Entertainment Grossing in Great Britain and India while maintaining top-5 positions in Free charts across diverse markets including Vietnam, Korea, Turkey, and Taiwan.
Similar apps: ReelShort, ShortMax, FlexTV
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts on Google Play
App details
Tech stack
Trackers and permissions of build v7.0.0, from the εxodus privacy report (CC BY-SA).
DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Where DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
On Android app stores
The same app (com.storymatrix.drama) on every Android store we track.
| Store | Installs | Rating | Version | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | 100,000,000+ | ★ 4.6 (5.7M) | 7.0.0 | Open ↗ |
| Samsung Galaxy Store | not published | ★ 4.0 (1) | 3.4.2 | Open ↗ |
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Retention · share of new users still active
Time spent · per daily user
How this is calculated
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend in DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts before Apple and Google take their fee.
How this is calculated
Business model: Subscription-led
How DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Top in-app purchases · App Store US, most popular first
| 1 | Membership subscription | |
| 2 | Membership subscription | |
| 3 | Special offer | |
| 4 | Special offer | |
| 5 | Membership subscription | |
| 6 | Membership subscription | |
| 7 | Membership subscription | |
| 8 | Special offer | |
| 9 | Membership subscription | |
| 10 | Membership subscription |
Where it ranks on Google Play
Every top 200 chart it appears in across 23 countries.
Apps near DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts on the chart
Entertainment Grossing, around #2.
Ratings
Google Play, worldwide.
Review momentum
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What users say about DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts
From the 200 most recent Google Play reviews in the US.
Users overwhelmingly complain about excessive ad frequency and duration that often exceeds the length of the actual content. Subscription pricing is criticized as predatory compared to major streaming services, with reports of billing errors and difficult cancellations.
Mixed but leaning positive (56% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for few ads, and good value. The main complaints are about ads, and price and subscriptions. Recent reviews are more negative than earlier ones.
What people like
- Ads: “too many ads but free to watch”
- Price & subscription: “it is good but very expensive”
- Fun: “I enjoy the stories though”
- Useful: “Highly recommend downloading it!!”
Common complaints
- Ads: “apps made for ads not for drama 😳”
- Price & subscription: “shouldn't have to pay ads are a lie”
- Login & account: “Do you want this app to get banned in India??”
- Features & content: “im not paying because they dont have a good selection”
About DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts
Highlights
- Diverse Genres, Limitless Stories
Dive into a treasure trove of exclusive short videos, meticulously crafted to cater to every taste. From romantic to gut-wrenching shorts, DramaBox brings you an extensive collection that ensures there's something for everyone. Get ready to embark on a journey through genres that transcend boundaries and captivate your senses.
- Unleash Your Emotions
Whether you're in the mood for laughter, tears, or suspense, DramaBox has it all. Our curated selection of short videos is designed to evoke a spectrum of emotions, offering a rollercoaster ride through storytelling that leaves a lasting impact. Get ready for a whirlwind of feelings with every tap and swipe.
- Exclusive Originals
Discover a world of content you won't find anywhere else. DramaBox is proud to present a lineup of exclusive original short videos that promise fresh perspectives, unique narratives, and unparalleled creativity. Immerse yourself in stories that are as diverse as they are captivating, each one a testament to the art of storytelling in its most concise and powerful form.
- Customize Your Experience
Tailor your viewing experience with DramaBox's customizable features. Adjust video playback settings, explore different genres, and curate your watchlist to create a personalized journey through the vast landscape of good short videos. Your entertainment, your way.
- Watch Anywhere, Anytime
No matter where life takes you, DramaBox is your companion. Enjoy the flexibility of watching short videos anytime, anywhere. Whether you're commuting, relaxing at home, or taking a break, DramaBox is just a tap away, ready to whisk you into a world of captivating moments.
- Frequent Updates
Experience the thrill of discovering something new with DramaBox's regular content updates. Our library is constantly expanding, ensuring that every visit to the app brings fresh and exciting short videos for your viewing pleasure. Say goodbye to monotony and hello to a constant stream of entertainment.
DramaBox is not just an app; it's an experience.
Embark on a journey through the world of short videos that will leave you craving for more. DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts is free to use, and for those seeking an even more immersive experience, consider subscribing for exclusive perks.
Download DramaBox now and open the door to a universe of short video magic!
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