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
Flight Risk: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Mark Wahlberg action movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Mel Gibson directs Flight Risk, an action thriller that takes place at 10,000 feet. Here's everything you need to know about the movie.
Better Man: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Robbie Williams movie
By Michael Balderston published
The director of The Greatest Showman takes on a Robbie Williams biopic, with the British pop star portrayed as a monkey.
Slow Horses season 4 episode 5 recap: confessions and revelations
By Michael Balderston published
In Slow Horses season 4 episode 5, David's secret is revealed, while Frank puts his next plan into motion.
Why High Potential is not on tonight, October 1
By Michael Balderston published
High Potential episode 3 is not airing Tuesday, October 1, on ABC, but there is a very good reason why. Here's why the show is off and when it's set to return.
Juror No. 2: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Clint Eastwood movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
The star-studded, Clint Eastwood-directed courtroom thriller Juror No. 2 is premiering in 2024. Here's what you need to know.
Before: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Billy Crystal thriller
By Michael Balderston last updated
Legendary comedian Billy Crystal headlines the new Apple TV Plus thriller Before. Here’s everything you need to know about the series.
The 99 best Netflix movies to stream in October
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.
Babygirl: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Nicole Kidman movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Nicole Kidman headlines the workplace drama Babygirl. Here's everything you need to know about the movie, hailing from A24.
What’s new on Paramount Plus in October 2024
By Michael Balderston published
Everything that’s coming to Paramount Plus in October — What to Watch picks the TV shows and movies to add to your watch list.
Add these Alfred Hitchcock classics, now on Netflix, to your Halloween watchlist
By Michael Balderston published
The Master of Suspense sees two of his all-time classics streaming on Netflix, in Psycho and The Birds. Here's why you need to watch.
Russell Crowe's Rocky-like boxing movie now on Netflix is worth a watch
By Michael Balderston published
Russell Crowe stars in Cinderella Man, which is based on the true story of champion boxer James J. Braddock. Here's why we think you should watch it on Netflix.
Nosferatu: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the horror movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
The 1922 vampire classic Nosferatu is getting remade by Robert Egger and an all-star cast. Here's everything you need to know.
My top movies to stream in October: 13 movies on Netflix, Max, Peacock and more
By Michael Balderston published
Looking for movies to stream this month? Here are my personal picks for the best movies to watch right now across the major streaming services.
Yellowstone season 5: next episode, recaps, cast and everything we know
By Michael Balderston last updated
Paramount Network's Yellowstone season 5 is here, with Kevin Costner, Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser and the rest of the Duttons back in the saddle.
Emilia Perez: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Selena Gomez movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Netflix's next hope for Oscar glory could lie with Emilia Perez. Here's what you need to know about the movie.
Futurama season 12 complete season guide: episodes, trailer, cast and everything to know about the animated comedy
By Michael Balderston last updated
The Planetary Express crew is back for more adventures in Futurama season 12. Here’s everything you need to know about the new season.
Rez Ball: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the sports movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Sydney Freeland, Reservation Dogs' Sterlin Harjo and Lebron James are telling Rez Ball's inspiring true story. Here's what you need to know.
New on Hulu September 28-October 4: our expert picks 8 new TV shows and movies coming to Hulu
By Michael Balderston published
Check out our picks for the best new TV shows and movies on Hulu this week, which includes a slew of movies that are added to Hulu to kick off a new month.
'Certified Fresh' Will Ferrell documentary, now on Netflix, is the best reviewed movie of his career
By Michael Balderston published
Will & Harper looks at the comedian's relationship with his long-time friend that has undergone gender affirming surgery.
The Old Man: are Bote and Chase father and son? We look at the evidence
By Michael Balderston published
The Old Man season 2 episode 4 appears to heavily hint at it, though never comes right out and says it. So we examine the evidence.
Lingo season 2 complete guide: everything we know about the game show
By Michael Balderston last updated
Who's ready to play Lingo again? We've got everything you need to know about the game show's return right here.
Will & Harper: how to watch, reviews, trailer and everything we know about Will Ferrell documentary
By Michael Balderston last updated
Will & Harper focuses on Ferrell's relationship with his friend Harper Steele following her transition. Here's everything you need to know about the documentary.
Wolfs: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the George Clooney, Brad Pitt movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Clooney and Pitt are forced to work together in the new thriller Wolfs. Here's everything you need to know about the movie.
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