
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

One of 2025's biggest movies is now available to watch at home — it split fans and critics
By Michael Balderston published
Buy or rent Captain America: Brave New World via digital on-demand platforms. Here’s everything you need to know.

How to watch Captain America: Brave New World
By Michael Balderston last updated
Anthony Mackie’s first movie as Captain America is now playing. Here’s what you need to know about how to watch Captain America: Brave New World.

A Working Man: how to watch, reviews, trailers, cast and everything we know about the Jason Statham action movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Jason Statham is on a mission to save a girl from human trafficking in new action movie A Working Man. Here’s what you need to know.

You can now watch Jason Statham action movie that divided fans and critics at home
By Michael Balderston published
Per Rotten Tomatoes, most movie fans enjoyed A Working Man, critics not so much. You can now be the judge by buying or renting A Working Man.

Is there a Peacock free trial?
By Michael Balderston last updated
Is there a Peacock free trial? Can you watch Peacock for free?

The Amateur: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Rami Malek action movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
A new adaptation of Robert Littell’s novel The Amateur places his spy drama in modern day. Here’s everything we know about the movie.

How to watch The Alto Knights
By Michael Balderston last updated
You can watch Robert De Niro act opposite Robert De Niro in the new gangster movie. Here’s what to know about how to watch The Alto Knights.

The Alto Knights: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Robert De Niro movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Robert De Niro plays two roles in this gangster movie based on a true story. Here’s what you need to know about The Alto Knights.

Snow White: how to watch, trailer, cast and everything we know about the live action remake
By Michael Balderston last updated
Disney's original animated classic Snow White is getting a live action remake. Here's what you need to know.

The Woman in the Yard: how to watch, trailer, cast and everything we know about the horror movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Danielle Deadwyler headlines the horror movie The Woman in the Yard. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 new movie.

The Luckiest Man in America: how to watch, reviews, cast and everything we know about the movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Based on a true story of an infamous episode of Press Your Luck, here’s everything you need to know about the movie.

Eddington: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Ari Aster movie
By Michael Balderston published
Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, Emma Stone and Austin Butler all star in Eddington. Here’s everything else you need to know.

HBO Harry Potter series officially reveals who’s playing Dumbledore, Snape and other Hogwarts teachers
By Michael Balderston published
John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Nick Frost and Paapa Essideu to take over as iconic Harry Potter characters, confirming previous reports.

How to watch The Masters on Paramount Plus
By Michael Balderston last updated
Even if you've cut the cord, US viewers can watch all of CBS's coverage of The Masters on Paramount Plus. Here's what you need to know.

New on Hulu April 12-18: our expert's picks for 6 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 fan-favorite reality series, criminally underseen 2024 movies and a brand-new thriller.

How to watch The Masters 2025: stream online or watch on TV
By Michael Balderston last updated
The first major of the season, The Masters is always a must-watch, so find out just where you can do that, whether you're looking for it on streaming or on TV.

The Librarians: The Next Chapter — release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the TV spinoff
By Michael Balderston published
The TV and movie franchise The Librarians starts a new story airing on TV this summer. Here’s what to know about The Librarians: The Next Chapter.

The Great American Baking Show season 3: release date, trailer and everything we know about the baking competition show
By Michael Balderston last updated
Amateur American bakers head to the iconic white tent to try and impress Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith. Here’s what you need to know.

Stream classic movies for free all weekend on The Criterion Channel — here are the ones I think you should watch
By Michael Balderston published
The Criterion Channel is giving movie fans a present to celebrate its sixth birthday, with a number of all-time classics available to stream at no cost.

How to watch Drop
By Michael Balderston published
The new thriller Drop starring Meghann Fahy and Brandon Sklenar is now playing. Here’s what you need to know about how to watch it.

Why The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is not new tonight, April 10
By Michael Balderston published
Not only is The Late Show with Stephen Colbert opting to air a rerun on Thursday, April 10, but it’s also starting late. Here’s what you need to know.

The Da Vinci Code, now streaming on Hulu, is one of my guilty pleasure movies
By Michael Balderston published
It’s no masterpiece, but I’ve always been entertained by the “Rotten” adaptation of the international bestseller The Da Vinci Code.

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is delayed for some viewers tonight, April 7 — here’s why
By Michael Balderston published
The conclusion of March Madness is causing a bit of a scheduling change for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Monday, April 7.
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