
Michael Balderston
Michael Balderston is What to Watch’s assistant managing editor and lead movie writer, , 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 Sinners, One of Them Days and Black Bag for movies, and The Pitt on TV. Follow on Michael Balderston on Letterboxd.
Latest articles by Michael Balderston

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives season 2: release date, cast and everything we know about the reality show
By Michael Balderston last updated
The MomTok influencers are back with a brand new season. Here’s everything you need to know about The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives season 2.

The Amazing Race season 37 complete guide: how to watch and everything to know about the reality competition
By Michael Balderston last updated
The race is on once again on CBS. Here’s everything you need to know about season 37 of The Amazing Race.

What were the Jeopardy! Masters Final Jeopardy clues on May 14?
By Michael Balderston published
Missed Jeopardy! Masters? We've got the Final Jeopardy questions from the May 14 episode of the trivia tournament.

Skip Netflix hit Bad Influence and watch these 3 romance movies instead
By Michael Balderston published
Despite being in the Netflix Top 10, there are better romance movies to watch on Netflix than Bad Influence.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: cast, plot and everything we know about the Game of Thrones series
By Michael Balderston last updated
HBO is exploring another era of Westeros with A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. Here's what you need to know.

Smurfs: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Rihanna movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
The classic animated characters the Smurfs are getting a brand-new movie. Here’s everything you need to know.

Chad Powers: release date, cast, plot and everything we know about the Glen Powell sports comedy
By Michael Balderston published
Chad Powers stars Glen Powell in a role that, believe it or not, was originally portrayed by Eli Manning. Here’s everything you need to know.

Blue Moon: release date, cast, plot and everything we know about the Ethan Hawke movie
By Michael Balderston published
Ethan Hawke reunites with Richard Linklater in this movie about a Broadway legend. Here’s what you need to know about Blue Moon.

NBC airing Joan Rivers comedy tribute on TV tonight, May 13
By Michael Balderston published
Legendary comedian Joan Rivers is getting one final send-up from some of comedy’s biggest names in this one-hour special.

Nobody 2: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Bob Odenkirk action movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
In Nobody 2, Bob Odenkirk returns as an everyman John Wick in sequel to acclaimed, pandemic-era action movie. Here’s what to know.

How to watch A Minecraft Movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
The popular video game Minecraft gets a big-screen adaptation, here’s how to watch A Minecraft Movie.

Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning reactions lie between 'greatest action movie ever' and 'maximalist mess'
By Michael Balderston published
Some critics got to watch Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning and are sharing their thoughts, which while mostly positive, do tease some issues.

Andor season 2: next episode, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know
By Michael Balderston last updated
Andor season 2’s 12 episodes will be the final batch for the Disney Plus original series. Here’s what you need to know.

Netflix adds ‘hilariously disturbing’ new TV show from popular stand-up Tom Segura
By Michael Balderston published
Segura’s Bad Thoughts, now on Netflix, lets the comedian play wild with his imagination.

Watson season 2: everything we know about the Morris Chestnut medical drama
By Michael Balderston published
In Watson, Sherlock Holmes’ sidekick has taken center stage in the hit CBS medical drama. Here’s what to know about Watson season 2.

Watson season 1 complete guide: how to watch and everything to know about the Morris Chestnut medical drama
By Michael Balderston last updated
In Watson, Sherlock Holmes’ trusty sidekick is now at the center of the action. Here’s everything you need to know about the series.

NCIS season 22 complete guide: how to watch and everything we know about the crime drama
By Michael Balderston last updated
CBS hit crime drama NCIS is back for its 22nd season. Here is everything that you need to know about when it returns and more.

New on Hulu May 10-16: 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 feature a major blockbuster and new seasons of fan-favorite reality shows.

CBS’s Ghosts season 5: everything we know about the comedy
By Michael Balderston published
CBS’s hit sitcom Ghosts is getting ready to scare up another season. Here’s everything you need to know about Ghosts season 5.

Juliet & Romeo: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Rebel Wilson musical
By Michael Balderston last updated
A new take on the classic William Shakespeare love story, here’s everything you need to know about Juliet & Romeo.

Shadow Force: how to watch, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Kerry Washington action movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Kerry Washington and Omar Sy are skilled spies on the run in this 2025 action movie. Here’s everything you need to know about Shadow Force.

Hollywood Squares: next episode, host, celebrity guests and everything we know about the game show
By Michael Balderston last updated
The classic TV game show Hollywood Squares returns with a fresh look and roster of celebrities. Here’s what you need to know.

Could a Swedish sci-fi movie's AI technology change foreign language movies forever?
By Michael Balderston published
Watch the Skies, a Swedish sci-fi movie, uses AI technology that makes the movies seem like it was spoken in English for US audiences.

Netflix debuts new comfort watch starring Vince Vaughn, and you probably shouldn’t watch it hungry
By Michael Balderston published
New Netflix comedy Nonnas sees Vaughn open an Italian restaurant with the help of Susan Sarandon and others.

Friendship: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Tim Robinson, Paul Rudd comedy
By Michael Balderston last updated
Friendship pairs Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd in an offbeat comedy that depicts the cringiness of adult male bonding. Here’s what you need to know.
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