Michael Balderston
Michael Balderston is a DC-based entertainment and assistant managing editor for What to Watch, who has previously written about the TV and movies with TV Technology, Awards Circuit and regional publications. Spending most of his time watching new movies at the theater or classics on TCM, some of Michael's favorite movies include Casablanca, Moulin Rouge!, Silence of the Lambs, Children of Men, One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest and Star Wars. On the TV side he enjoys Only Murders in the Building, Yellowstone, The Boys, Game of Thrones and is always up for a Seinfeld rerun. Follow on Letterboxd.
Latest articles by Michael Balderston
How to watch 2024 NHL Playoffs: stream online or watch on TV
By Michael Balderston last updated
From the first round to the Stanley Cup Finals, here is how you can watch the 2024 NHL playoffs from start to finish.
UFL: schedule, teams, how to watch and everything to know about the spring football league
By Michael Balderston last updated
Spring football league UFL, a combo of the XFL and USFL, kicks off its inaugural season on March 30. Here's what you need to know.
The Sympathizer: next episode, trailer, cast and everything we know
By Michael Balderston last updated
Based on a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Sympathizer is a new limited series from Park Chan-wook and Robert Downey Jr. Here’s what you need to know.
The Exorcism: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Russell Crowe movie
By Michael Balderston published
Russell Crowe becomes the victim of an exorcism in this new horror movie. Here's everything you need to know about The Exorcism.
American Idol season 22: next episode, judges and everything we know about the singing competition show
By Michael Balderston last updated
A new slew of contestants look to become the next American Idol. Here's everything you need to know about American Idol season 22.
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.
Two for One: next episode, guests, movies and everything you need to know about the TCM series
By Michael Balderston last updated
Many of the best filmmakers around are bringing some iconic double features in TCM's Two for One. Here's what you need to know.
Saturday Night Live season 49: next episode, host and everything we know about the sketch show
By Michael Balderston last updated
Saturday Night Live season 49 is coming and we have everything you need to know about it right here, from when it may premiere to who's on it and more.
Robot Dreams: release date, trailer and everything we know about the Oscar-nominated animated movie
By Michael Balderston published
A Best Animated Feature Oscar nominee from 2023, Robot Dreams is finally coming to US audiences. Here's what you need to know.
Why is Shark Tank not new tonight, April 26?
By Michael Balderston published
Shark Tank is out on ABC on Friday, April 26, so what's taking its place? And when is the reality show back with a new episode?
The Conners season 6: next episode, cast and everything we know about the sitcom
By Michael Balderston last updated
ABC hit sitcom The Conners continues with season 6. Here is everything that we know about the upcoming season of the Roseanne spinoff.
Breathe: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Jennifer Hudson sci-fi movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Jennifer Hudson attempts to protect her family when the world becomes uninhabitable in the new movie Breathe. Here's what you need to know about it.
Boy Kills World: release date, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the action movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Bill Skarsgård takes on all comers in the new action movie Boy Kills World. Here is what you need to know about the movie.
How to watch Love Lies Bleeding
By Michael Balderston last updated
Kristen Stewart's Love Lies Bleeding is now playing, here's everything you need to know about how and where to watch it.
Franklin: next episode, recaps, cast and everything we know about the Benjamin Franklin limited series
By Michael Balderston last updated
Michael Douglas plays Benjamin Franklin in a new Apple TV Plus limited series. Here is everything you need to know about Franklin right now.
Unsung Hero: release date, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Unsung Hero is about a family of musicians whose faith helps them find a new life in America. Here's what you need to know about the movie based on a true story.
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.
Blue Bloods season 14: next episode, cast and everything we know about the police drama
By Michael Balderston last updated
One of CBS's flagship shows, Blue Bloods is coming back for season 14. Here is everything you need to know about the police drama.
Shark Tank season 15: next episode, hosts and everything we know about the reality show
By Michael Balderston last updated
Shark Tank season 15 is going to see more aspiring entrepreneurs try and make a deal with the Sharks. Here's everything you need to know.
The Watchlist: what our US team is watching right now
By Michael Balderston last updated
Check out the What to Watch US team's Watchlist, our official picks for the TV shows and movies we think you should be watching right now.
A Gentleman in Moscow episode 5 recap: Rostov's new purpose
By Michael Balderston published
In A Gentleman in Moscow episode 5, Rostov struggles when Nina's daughter enters his life, while Anna sees her own status change.
How to watch Challengers
By Michael Balderston published
Excited to watch Zendaya in the middle of a love triangle? Get all the details you need to know about how to watch Challengers right here.