- Subscribers
- 180,998
- Average Upvotes
- 946.8
- Average Comments
- 61.4
- Min. Upvotes to HOT
- 11
r/firefly
Best Time to Post on r/firefly (UTC TIME)
r/firefly peaks Fridays 6pm-8pm UTC
firefly Subscriber Count - redditli.st
What to Post and How to Rank on r/firefly
Best Topics & Content Types
The r/firefly community thrives on content that celebrates the beloved series and its universe. Discussions surrounding the show itself, particularly from new viewers expressing their awe or long-time fans revisiting its masterpiece status, perform exceptionally well. Posts that delve into the enduring hope for a second season or a continuation, especially those reacting to rumors or cast teasers, consistently generate high engagement. Fan-created content, such as character-inspired playlists, artwork, or unique projects that demonstrate a deep appreciation for the show, are also highly valued. Sharing memorable quotes, theories about the 'Verse, or comparisons of Firefly
About r/firefly
r/firefly was created on January 26, 2009, making it 17 years and 7 months old and one of the earliest subreddits on Reddit. With 180,998 members, this is a mid-size community that has built a substantial following and typically sees consistent daily activity.
r/firefly is steadily growing, with 1,748 new members in the last 30 days.
r/firefly Engagement Analysis
r/firefly shows very high engagement relative to its size, with an average of 946.8 upvotes per post across its 180,998 members. The community is primarily content-consumption focused, with a comment-to-upvote ratio of 0.06. To reach the Hot section of r/firefly, posts typically need at least 11 upvotes, reflecting the community's activity level.
Posts on r/firefly receive an average of 61.4 comments, indicating a community that primarily engages through upvoting content. Posts tend to be appreciated more through voting than through discussion in the comments.
r/firefly Posting Patterns Analysis
Based on an analysis of 24 top posts from the past week, Friday is the most active day with 7 posts reaching the top, while Wednesday sees the least activity with 3 posts. Weekday activity is higher than weekends, suggesting a more professionally-oriented community.
The peak posting hours are around 6pm UTC (4 posts), 4am UTC (3 posts), and 5pm UTC (2 posts). The quietest hours are 3pm UTC, 1pm UTC, and 9pm UTC, with only 1-1 posts each reaching the top during these times.
Weekly breakdown: Monday (4), Tuesday (0), Wednesday (3), Thursday (4), Friday (7), Saturday (0), Sunday (6) posts reaching the top.
r/firefly Growth Analysis
r/firefly currently has 180,998 subscribers. Over the past 30 days, the community has grown by 1,748 members (0.98%), averaging 55 new subscribers per day. This growth rate places r/firefly in the top 3% of all tracked subreddits.
Over the past 90 days, r/firefly has gained 3,563 subscribers (2.01%). Since tracking began 657 days ago, the community has added 28,788 total subscribers.
r/firefly Milestones
- Fastest growth period: +4,446 subscribers Mar 2026
r/firefly Growth Trend
r/firefly is steadily growing, with 1,748 new members in the last 30 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many subscribers does r/firefly have?
r/firefly has 180,998 subscribers as of September 2026.
What is the best time to post on r/firefly?
The best time to post on r/firefly is Fridays 6pm-8pm UTC, based on analysis of top-performing posts from the past week.
Is r/firefly growing?
r/firefly is steadily growing, with 1,748 new members in the last 30 days.
When was r/firefly created?
r/firefly was created on January 26, 2009, making it 17 years old.
How many upvotes do you need to reach Hot on r/firefly?
Posts on r/firefly typically need at least 11 upvotes to reach the Hot section.
r/firefly Key Statistics Summary
r/firefly is a Reddit community with 180,998 subscribers. The community describes itself as: "/r/Firefly, for all your Sci-Fi western needs. The Reddit for everything in the Verse! Can't stop the signal. Shiny." The best time to post on r/firefly is Fridays 6pm-8pm UTC. Posts receive an average of 946.8 upvotes and 61.4 comments. The minimum upvotes needed to reach the Hot section is approximately 11. The subreddit is adding approximately 55 new members each day. Founded 17 years ago, r/firefly is tracked and analyzed by RedditList as part of its comprehensive database of over 106,367 subreddits.
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Last updated: 2026-07-25 01:07:36