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
New on Hulu December 7-13: our expert's picks for 5 TV shows and movies coming to Hulu this week
By Michael Balderston published
Picks for the best new TV shows and movies on Hulu this week include ugly houses, strip teases and intriguing documentaries.
The Damned: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the horror movie
By Michael Balderston published
Iceland-set horror movie The Damned looks to chill audiences in 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
2024 new movies: release schedule for this year's new movies
By Michael Balderston last updated
Stay up to date with all the 2024 new movie releases right here, which includes new work from Jordan Peele, Ridley Scott, Dennis Villeneuve and more.
Mary: how to watch, trailer, cast and everything we know about the biblical epic
By Michael Balderston last updated
Netflix Biblical epic stars Noa Cohen as Mary and Hopkins as King Herod. Here’s everything you need to know.
Oh Canada: release date, trailer, cast, reviews, plot and everything we know about the Jacob Elordi movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Oh Canada is Paul Schrader's latest movie, with Jacob Elordi and Richard Gere headlining the cast. Here's everything else you need to know.
The End: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Tilda Swinton movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
What's a better subject for a musical than the end of the world? Find out everything you need to know about The End right here.
Unstoppable: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the true sports story
By Michael Balderston last updated
Unstoppable tells the incredible story of Anthony Robles' journey to becoming a national wrestling champion. Here's what you need to know.
Y2K: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the A24 comedy
By Michael Balderston last updated
Kyle Mooney directs this comedy that reimagines if the Y2K bug really happened. Here's everything you need to know about the movie.
The Return: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Ralph Fiennes movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Ralph Fiennes takes on Greek mythology in new movie The Return. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
The Order: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Jude Law thriller
By Michael Balderston last updated
Jude Law chases Nicholas Hoult in crime thriller The Order. Here’s everything you need to know.
What December 2024 new movies are you most excited for?
By Michael Balderston published
Our movie expert shares their thoughts, but we want to hear what movies you, our WTW readers, are looking forward to seeing.
All 1923 season 1 airing free on Paramount Network ahead of 1923 season 2 debut
By Michael Balderston published
After a two year wait, 1923 season 2 is on its way, but first viewers can catch up with the first season of the Yellowstone prequel.
How to watch Nightbitch
By Michael Balderston published
Want to watch Nightbitch, the latest movie earning Amy Adams rave reviews? Here’s everything you need to know.
1923 season 2: release date, first look, cast and everything we know about the western
By Michael Balderston last updated
After an eventful first season, what lies in store for the Duttons in 1923 season 2? While we wait to find out, here's what we know about the western series.
How to watch The Order
By Michael Balderston published
You can watch The Order, starring Jude Law and Nicholas Hoult, right now, but where and how? Let us help you out with that.
Santosh: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the crime drama
By Michael Balderston last updated
Santosh is the UK’s entry for Oscar’s Best International Feature award. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story — how to watch, awards and everything you need to know about the documentary
By Michael Balderston last updated
The incredible story of Superman actor Christopher Reeve is told in this new documentary. Here's what you need to know.
Thelma: how to watch, awards, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the June Squibb action movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
June Squibb, at 94-years-young, stars in the new action movie Thelma. Here is everything that you need to know about the movie.
My Old Ass: how to watch, awards, reviews, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Aubrey Plaza movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Aubrey Plaza gives her younger self some pointers in the comedy My Old Ass. Here is everything you need to know about the movie.
Janet Planet: how to watch, awards, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Julianne Nicholson movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Coming-of-age story Janet Planet is the directing debut for Pulitzer Prize-winner Annie Baker. Here's everything you need to know about the movie.
Kelly Clarkson hosts NBC’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center tonight, December 4
By Michael Balderston published
Clarkson to be joined by Backstreet Boys, Jennifer Hudson and more on this year’s iteration of the Christmas in Rockefeller Center program. Here's what to know.
Timothée Chalamet's Bob Dylan biopic releasing early — but only in a select few places
By Michael Balderston published
Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown is getting a special one-night only IMAX screening on December 18. Here’s what you need to know.
Aaron Rodgers: Enigma — release date, trailer and everything we know about the sports documentary series
By Michael Balderston last updated
Netflix docuseries track Aaron Rodgers' recovery from his Achilles injury during the 2023 NFL season. Here's what you need to know about Aaron Rodgers: Enigma.
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