
Michael Balderston
Michael Balderston is What to Watch’s assistant managing editor and lead movie writer, covering movies coming to theaters, writing movie reviews and highlighting new and classic movies on streaming services; he also covers a range of TV shows, including those in the Taylor Sheridan universe, Slow Horses, Only Murders in the Building, Jeopardy!, Saturday Night Live and more, as well as the best ways to watch some major US sporting events.
Based outside of Washington, D.C., Michael's previous experience includes writing for Awards Circuit, TV Technology and The Wrap.
Michael’s favorite movie of all time is Casablanca, while his favorite TV show is Seinfeld. Some 2025 favorites include One of Them Days and Black Bag for movies, and The Pitt on TV. Follow on Letterboxd to keep up with what I'm watching.
Latest articles by Michael Balderston

Apple TV Plus unveils Indiana Jones-inspired adventure movie Fountain of Youth — and it looks really fun
By Michael Balderston published
Despite no whip or fedora, the new John Kransinski movie likely wants to be the next Indiana Jones.

How to watch Black Bag
By Michael Balderston last updated
Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett star in the spy thriller now playing. But where can you watch Black Bag? Here’s what you need to know.

Étoile: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the new Amy Sherman-Palladino series
By Michael Balderston published
Luke Kirby and Charlotte Gainsbourg star in Sherman-Palladino’s Marvelous Mrs. Maisel follow-up. Here’s what you need to know.

This April Fools' Day deal is no prank — buy classic movies and TV shows at big discounts
By Michael Balderston published
You can now digitally own classic and fan-favorite movies and TV shows for as little as $4 thanks to this one-day-only Fandango deal.

Karate Kid: Legends — release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Jackie Chan movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Karate Kid icons Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio are teaming up for a new Karate Kid movie. Here's everything you need to know about it.

All-time classic now streaming on Netflix is a must-watch for all budding cinephiles — or anyone that loves a good heist movie
By Michael Balderston published
Bonnie and Clyde is widely regarded as one of the greatest movies ever made, and now you can stream it on Netflix.

Netflix just added the perfect movie for football fans hyped for this month’s NFL Draft
By Michael Balderston published
Kevin Costner takes us inside an NFL Draft war room in the slightly different sports movie Draft Day, which is now streaming on Netflix.

Five April 2025 movies I’m excited to watch in movie theaters
By Michael Balderston published
Get out of the house to see these movies this month; plus a full rundown of all the April movies coming to theaters.

Netflix adds one of my favorite 2025 movies — why you need to watch this hilarious Keke Palmer comedy
By Michael Balderston published
Rotten Tomatoes critics and users agree with me on One of Them Days, now on Netflix.

1923 season 2 episode 6 recap: a mass extinction event
By Michael Balderston published
The body count shoots up in 1923 season 2 episode 6, with things looking bleak for many of our favorite characters.

5 Best Brendan Gleeson movies (ranked): where to watch 28 Days Later, Paddington 2 and more
By Michael Balderston published
Here’s how I rank Irish Oscar-nominated actor Brendan Gleeson’s best movies, from 28 Days Later to Paddington 2 and more.

New on Hulu March 29-April 4: our expert's picks for 8 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 bevy of classic movies that arrive on Hulu as a new month begins.

Warfare Rotten Tomatoes score reveal has me very excited to see the anticipated April movie on the big screen
By Michael Balderston published
The First reviews are in for Warfare, the latest A24 movie from Alex Garland. How is the movie’s initial Rotten Tomatoes score looking?

Jeopardy Masters! 2025: release date, contestants and everything we know about the game show
By Michael Balderston published
The best of the best Jeopardy! players square off in the third annual Jeopardy! Masters tournament. Here’s everything you need to know.

Severance season 2 complete guide: how to watch and everything to 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.

How to watch March Madness on Paramount Plus
By Michael Balderston last updated
Paramount Plus has all kinds of live sports, including March Madness games, but the streaming service is not a one-stop shop for the tournament.

How to watch Arizona vs Duke Sweet 16 game: online or on TV
By Michael Balderston last updated
Where, when and how to watch the anticipated matchup between Arizona and Duke, with a spot in the Elite Eight on the line.

Is The Late Show with Stephen Colbert new tonight, March 27?
By Michael Balderston published
With CBS airing more March Madness games on March 27, The Late Show is being delayed. Here’s what you need to know about the tweaked schedule.

How to watch A Working Man
By Michael Balderston published
The new Jason Statham action movie, A Working Man, is now playing. Here’s everything you need to know on when and where to watch the movie.

Movies to stream in April: our expert's 11 must-watch movies new to Netflix, Prime Video, Max and more
By Michael Balderston published
From Netflix to Prime Video, here are 11 movies you are not going to want to miss when they land on streaming in April.

A Working Man review: Jason Statham action movie just doesn’t work
By Michael Balderston published
Statham’s ex-soldier on a mission is not the next big action hero, as this B-movie fails to meet the grade.

Hulu adds Timothée Chalamet movie that should have won him an Oscar
By Michael Balderston published
Chalamet would have been my pick to win the Best Actor Oscar this past year. You can judge for yourself with A Complete Unknown now streaming on Hulu.

Loved Den of Thieves 2 on Netflix? I highly recommend you try this Oscar-winning heist movie next
By Michael Balderston published
Robert Redford and Paul Newman are their own crime duo in the Best Picture-winning The Sting, streaming on Netflix right now.

Malcolm in the Middle revival: cast, plot and everything we know
By Michael Balderston last updated
Malcolm in the Middle is back, as four new episodes of the classic sitcom are coming to Disney Plus. Here’s what we know.

Final Destination Bloodlines: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the horror movie
By Michael Balderston published
The Final Destination franchise returns from the dead for its first movie in 14 years. Here’s everything you need to know about Final Destination Bloodlines.
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