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
Murder in a Small Town: next episode, cast, plot and everything we know about the crime drama
By Michael Balderston last updated
L.R. Wright's Karl Alberg series of books get the TV adaptation treatment at Fox. Here’s everything you need to know about Murder in a Small Town.
Fast Friends: release date, host and everything we know about the Friends game show
By Michael Balderston last updated
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Friends premiering on TV, Fast Friends is an all-new game show that'll test fans' knowledge of the classic sitcom.
Why The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is not new this week, November 25-29
By Michael Balderston published
CBS is not airing new episodes of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert from November 25-29 as the Thanksgiving holiday impacts the TV schedule.
Yellowstone season 5: who is Sarah Atwood?
By Michael Balderston last updated
One of the big new characters joining Yellowstone season 5 is Sarah Atwood. Who is she and how is she going to impact this season?
Lilo & Stitch: release date, teaser, cast and everything we know about the movie
By Michael Balderston published
Disney favorite, Lilo & Stitch, is the latest to get the live-action treatment. Here’s what you need to know.
2024 Christmas TV highlights: 27 best shows to watch this holiday season
By Michael Balderston last updated
Celebrate the holiday season with these new and classic Christmas TV shows and movies.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the video game sequel
By Michael Balderston last updated
Sonic the Hedgehog is racing toward the big screen yet again in 2024. Here is everything you need to know about the latest movie featuring the iconic video game character.
Yellowstone season 5 episode 11 recap: no good options
By Michael Balderston published
Each Dutton tries to forge ahead in Yellowstone season 5 episode 11, but that won't be so easy. Plus a shocking ending will have big ramifications.
Lioness season 2 episode 6 recap: from bad to worse
By Michael Balderston published
In Lioness season 2 episode 6, The aftermath of the failed rescue mission has wide-ranging consequences, plus Josephina’s mission is in trouble.
Why Saturday Night Live is not new tonight, November 23
By Michael Balderston published
If you’re wondering is Saturday Night Live new tonight, November 23, afraid we have some bad news. Here’s what you need to know.
New on Hulu November 23-29: our expert's picks for 7 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 a bunch of Christmas-themed shows and movies, as well as a recent Oscar nominee.
How to watch We Live in Time
By Michael Balderston last updated
The Andrew Garfield, Florence Pugh love story We Live in Time is now playing. Here's all the details on when and where, including if it's streaming.
They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce: release date and everything we know about the late night sports talk show
By Michael Balderston published
Jason Kelce continues to become a media star with late night sports talk show on ESPN, They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce. Here’s what you need to know.
Wicked: Part Two — release date, cast, plot and everything we know
By Michael Balderston published
Wicked: Part Two’s exciting conclusion is set to arrive in movie theaters in 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
The Match: Superstars — date, golfers and everything we know about the sporting event
By Michael Balderston last updated
For the first time, The Match is going to be a two-night event with a larger field. Here’s everything you need to know.
Take Two: The Wizard of Oz trivia
By Michael Balderston published
With the release of Wicked, let's revisit the movie that it is inspired by, answering some Wizard of Oz trivia questions.
Why Ghosts is not new tonight, November 21
By Michael Balderston published
A Ghosts rerun is airing in a different time, as the comedy goes on a mini holiday break from releasing new episodes.
Better Man: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Robbie Williams movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
The director of The Greatest Showman takes on a Robbie Williams biopic, with the British pop star portrayed as a monkey.
Gladiator 2: how to watch, reviews, 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.
How to watch Wicked
By Michael Balderston published
The popular Broadway show is now a major movie. Here’s how you can watch Wicked, including whether or not it is on streaming yet.
How to watch Gladiator 2
By Michael Balderston published
Welcome back to ancient Rome movie fans, as Gladiator 2 is now playing. Here’s what you need to know on how, when and where to watch Gladiator 2.
2024’s The Great American Baking Show: Celebrity Holiday now streaming for free on The Roku Channel
By Michael Balderston published
Fans of Bake Off are getting another treat this holiday season from the American version of the popular baking competition show.
This Thanksgiving movie is among the best holiday movies (any holiday) ever made — and it's free to watch!
By Michael Balderston published
Steve Martin and John Candy’s Planes, Trains and Automobiles, online for free, is the rare — and perfect — Thanksgiving movie.
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