
Michael Balderston
Michael Balderston is What to Watch’s assistant managing editor and lead movie writer, , writing movie reviews and highlighting new and classic movies on streaming services; he also covers a range of TV shows, including those in the Taylor Sheridan universe, Slow Horses, Only Murders in the Building, Jeopardy!, Saturday Night Live and more, as well as the best ways to watch some major US sporting events.
Based outside of Washington, D.C., Michael's previous experience includes writing for Awards Circuit, TV Technology and The Wrap.
Michael’s favorite movie of all time is Casablanca, while his favorite TV show is Seinfeld. Some 2025 favorites include Sinners, One of Them Days and Black Bag for movies, and The Pitt on TV. Follow on Michael Balderston on Letterboxd.
Latest articles by Michael Balderston

Classic comedy This Is Spinal Tap is free to watch ahead of sequel, here’s how
By Michael Balderston published
This Is Spinal Tap is now streaming for free on Kanopy, giving fans the perfect chance to watch the classic comedy ahead of Spinal Tap 2.

The Librarians: The Next Chapter — next episode, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the TV spinoff
By Michael Balderston last updated
The TV and movie franchise The Librarians starts a new story airing on TV this summer. Here’s what to know about The Librarians: The Next Chapter.

The Quiz with Balls season 2: next episode, host and everything we know about the game show
By Michael Balderston last updated
The Quiz with Balls is back for some summer entertainment once again. Here’s what you need to know about The Quiz with Balls season 2.

60 Minutes: next episode, how to watch and everything we know
By Michael Balderston last updated
60 Minutes is one of the most heralded and informative news programs out there. Here's everything you need to know about how to watch the show.

Rick and Morty season 8: next episode, trailer and everything we know about the animated series
By Michael Balderston last updated
Get ready for more interdimensional adventures with Ricky and Morty season 8. Here’s everything you need to know about the new season.

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver season 12: next episode and everything we know about the comedy news program
By Michael Balderston last updated
John Oliver is back with his award-winning brand of news entertainment. Here’s what you need to know about the latest season of Last Week Tonight.

Spaceballs 2 announcement references iconic Mel Brooks joke
By Michael Balderston published
Spaceballs 2 is coming, with Mel Brooks returning as Yogurt, but one joke from the announcement is convincing me the sequel will be hilarious.

Poker Face season 2: next episode, trailer, cast and everything we know about the mystery series
By Michael Balderston last updated
Rian Johnson and Natasha Lyonne are gearing up for Poker Face season 2. Here is everything that you need to know about the mystery series.

How to watch How to Train Your Dragon
By Michael Balderston published
You can now watch animation classic How to Train Your Dragon’s live-action remake, and we’ve got all the details on how right here.

How to watch Materialists
By Michael Balderston published
When and where the Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal and Chris Evans movie, Materialists, is available to watch right now.

Duster: next episode, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Josh Holloway crime drama
By Michael Balderston last updated
LaToya Morgan created and J.J. Abramas produced this 70s-set crime drama. Here’s everything you need to know.

2025 new movies: release schedule for this year's new movies
By Michael Balderston last updated
Keep up with 2025's movie release schedule all in one place.

Peacock adds cruelly underrated Coen brother comedy that deserves a second chance
By Michael Balderston published
Drive-Away Dolls, co-written and directed by Ethan Coen, wasn’t embraced by fans initially, but that’s something that should change.

How to Train Your Dragon vs Lilo & Stitch: which live-action remake scored better on Rotten Tomatoes?
By Michael Balderston last updated
Two animated classics got the live-action treatment this summer, but did critics prefer How to Train Your Dragon or Lilo & Stitch?

After Midnight: next episode, guests and everything we know about the Taylor Tomlinson late night show
By Michael Balderston last updated
Comedian Taylor Tomlinson joins late night with CBS' After Midnight. Here's everything you need to know.

Materialists: release date, reviews, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the rom-com
By Michael Balderston last updated
Past Lives writer/director Celine Song’s second movie features a trio of A-list stars. Here’s what you need to know.

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert: next episode, guests and everything we know about the talk show
By Michael Balderston last updated
CBS's late night entry, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, is back. Here is everything that you need to know about the show.

How to watch the 2025 US Open golf tournament online or on TV
By Michael Balderston last updated
The 125th US Open takes place from June 12-15 at Oakmont Country Club in Pittsburgh. Here’s how not to miss a moment of the golf tournament.

Materialists review: you should say yes to watching Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal’s new romance movie
By Michael Balderston published
Materialists is a mature, intelligent romance movie that feels otherworldly yet will charm you with its honest take on modern love.

The Bad Guys 2: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the animated sequel
By Michael Balderston published
The Bad Guys 2 sees the villains turned heroes get themselves involved in another crazy mission. Here’s what you need to know.

Superman: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the James Gunn Superman movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
James Gunn's Superman is set to be one of the flagships of the new DC Universe. Here is everything that we know about the movie.

I finally watched The 1% Club and was surprised how into the game I got
By Michael Balderston published
The best part of watching The 1% Club is playing along and seeing how many of the logic-based questions you can get.

Nine Perfect Strangers season 2: next episode, plots, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Nicole Kidman TV series
By Michael Balderston last updated
Nicole Kidman’s Masha Dmitrichenko is back to provide her brand of healing to nine more individuals. Here’s what to know about Nine Perfect Strangers season 2.
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