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
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The Dead Don't Hurt: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the western
By Michael Balderston last updated
Viggo Mortensen writes, directs and stars in The Dead Don't Hurt alongside Vicky Krieps. Here's what you need to know about the movie.
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How to watch The Dead Don't Hurt
By Michael Balderston last updated
The Viggo Mortensen western, The Dead Don't Hurt, is now playing. We've got all the info you need on where and how to watch it.
![Kaitlin Olson in High Potential](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tyUBubvKCcYkBAXho3z7QQ-320-80.jpg)
High Potential: release date, cast, plot and everything we know about the Kaitlin Olson crime drama
By Michael Balderston last updated
High Potential is one of the new broadcast TV shows premiering in fall 2024. Here is everything we know about the series right now.
![Jeff Bridges in The Old Man episode 6](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/22zZsCjpXDG5bSdoKcXoHJ-320-80.jpg)
The Old Man season 2: release date, cast and everything we know about the Jeff Bridges spy drama
By Michael Balderston published
The Old Man was a hit when it premiered in 2022, and at long last The Old Man season 2 is in sight. Here's what we know about the new season.
![Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum in Fly Me to the Moon](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7KjVbBRoea3rBP5EDiTYVM-320-80.jpg)
Fly Me to the Moon review: Scarlett Johansson, Channing Tatum rom-com sparkles, even if it falls just short of the stars
By Michael Balderston published
Fly Me to the Moon is an old-fashioned star-powered rom-com sure to entertain, though it doesn't quite reach its full potential.
![Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield in We Live in Time](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2sqLdoTLm5qcB2Y4gw3PxF-320-80.jpg)
We Live in Time: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Florence Pugh, Andrew Garfield movie
By Michael Balderston published
Oscar nominees Garfield and Pugh fall in love in the latest movie from Brooklyn director John Crowley. Here's what you need to know about We Live in Time.
![Adam Scott in Severance.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Tuy9RMVzTyKm9kkzPSHpqN-320-80.jpg)
Severance season 2 shoots to top of most anticipated 2025 TV shows with premiere announcement
By Michael Balderston published
It's been nearly three years since the Severance's acclaimed first season, but the wait for season 2 is coming to an end.
![Adam Scott in Severance season 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/s622Rfi3aXWuYF9C8JoX3H-320-80.jpg)
Severance season 2: release date, cast, plot and everything we know about the Adam Scott thriller series
By Michael Balderston last updated
After more than two years, Severance season 2 is finally on the horizon. Here is everything you need to know about the latest season of the Emmy-winning series.
![Syklar Astin and Marcia Gay Harden in So Help Me Todd](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dfbAxFYMM8dJgLonJdAHBg-320-80.jpg)
So Help Me Todd season 2 full season guide: recaps, how to watch and everything we know about the show
By Michael Balderston last updated
So Help Me Todd season 2 ended up being the final season of the the crime dramedy. Here is everything we know about the season.
![Allison Tolman, Kahyun Kim, Mekki Leeper, David Alan Grier, Kaliko Kauahi, Josh Lawson and Wendi McLendon-Covey in St. Denis Medical](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NQeAQER7fubJsn4bY4NENG-320-80.jpg)
St. Denis Medical: release date, cast, plot and everything we know about the TV comedy
By Michael Balderston last updated
The mockumentary format is back with this comedy set in a hospital. Here's everything you need to know about St. Denis Medical.
![Reba McEntire on The Voice](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PrLVSR7iQoh6r3hYzBQ5De-320-80.jpg)
The Voice season 26: release date, coaches and everything we know about the singing competition
By Michael Balderston last updated
Reigning champ Reba McEntire has three new challengers in The Voice season 26. Here's everything you need to know about the new season.
![Noah Wyle, Aleyse Shannon, Aldis Hodge, Gina Bellman, Christian Kane and Beth Risegraf in Leverage: Redemption season 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UmNQoCgsBJKe6KJhDaJU4B-320-80.jpg)
Can you watch Amazon Freevee without ads?
By Michael Balderston last updated
Amazon Freevee is a free, ad-supported service, but is there a workaround to watch its content without ads?
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How to watch Amazon Freevee
By Michael Balderston last updated
Amazon Freevee is a free, ad-supported streaming platform that offers both classic TV shows and movies, as well as original content.
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Amazon Freevee: everything you need to know about the free streaming service
By Michael Balderston last updated
Here's everything you need to know about Amazon Freevee, a free ad-supported streaming service that features library and original titles.
![Martin Sheen, Richard Schiff and Rob Lowe in The West Wing](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pgSByPN7Zhm94xnyhQZBh6-320-80.jpg)
How to watch The West Wing
By Michael Balderston last updated
The West Wing remains a favorite viewing choice for many. Here's where you can find the show online.
![Gladiator 2 naval battle](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aHUeCuVqgeVQdyZW7LTKva-320-80.jpg)
Gladiator 2 trailer makes a splash, begging the question: did the Colosseum really have naval battles?
By Michael Balderston published
The Gladiator 2 trailer amps up the spectacle, but how historically accurate is it? We take a quick look.
![John Owen Lowe and Rob Lowe in Unstable](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/t3GdwbA7oWFQAGiMaevMA4-320-80.jpg)
Unstable season 2: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Rob Lowe comedy
By Michael Balderston published
Rob Lowe once again teams with his son on the Netflix comedy Unstable. Here's everything you need to know about Unstable season 2.
![Paul Mescal in Gladiator 2](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/92jcPtHEhzApyGHxZCpM7Z-320-80.jpg)
Gladiator 2: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Ridley Scott sequel
By Michael Balderston last updated
The Best Picture-winning Gladiator is getting a sequel, tentatively titled Gladiator 2, with Ridley Scott directing and a star-studded cast.
![Channing Tatum in Blink Twice](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xFuZwtHYFLVbLjjCeE6XYk-320-80.jpg)
Blink Twice: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Channing Tatum movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Blink Twice marks the directorial debut of actor Zoë Kravitz and stars Channing Tatum. Here is everything else we know about the psychological thriller.
![Maika Monroe in Longlegs](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MrqYpNRJL37cdWkQzhgyTd-320-80.jpg)
Longlegs: release date, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Nicolas Cage thriller
By Michael Balderston last updated
Longlegs is getting some high praise as an exceptionally good new crime thriller. Here's what you need to know about the movie.
![Maika Monroe in Longlegs](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oduuxgj5ajjgZMxcSB8tfZ-320-80.jpg)
Watch Maika Monroe's heart-pounding reaction to Nicolas Cage's Longlegs character in new trailer
By Michael Balderston published
Nicolas Cage had Maika Monroe on edge in their first Longlegs scene together, with the actress calling it an "experience I'll never forget."
![Fry, Bender and Leela in Futurama](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qbJLebbLqjxStugjRDX3dA-320-80.jpg)
Futurama season 12: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the animated comedy
By Michael Balderston published
The Planetary Express crew is back for more adventures in Futurama season 12. Here’s everything you need to know about the new season.
![Kathryn Hahn, Madelyn Cine, Edward Norton, Leslie Odom Jr. and Kate Hudson in Glass Onion](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sYvNzpKBAtqwUjtP4LhCPC-320-80.jpg)
The 91 best Netflix movies to stream in July
By Michael Balderston published
Looking for a movie to stream on Netflix, here are our recommendations for the best of the bunch available right now.