
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 Old Guard 2: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Charlize Theron movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
In The Old Guard 2, Theron and her team of immortal mercenaries are finally back. Here’s everything you need to know.

I can't understand why new Materialists trailer brings back old movie trailer trend
By Michael Balderston published
The new Materialists trailer features narration. Is this an odd one-off or are studios going to try bringing the old tradition back?

CBS's Ghosts season 4 complete guide: how to watch and everything to know about the comedy series
By Michael Balderston last updated
CBS is bringing back its hit comedy Ghosts for season 4, and we've got everything you need to know about it right here.

What were the Jeopardy! Masters Final Jeopardy answers on May 7?
By Michael Balderston published
Missed Jeopardy! Masters? We've got the Final Jeopardy questions from the May 7 episode of the trivia tournament.

The Long Walk: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Stephen King adaptation
By Michael Balderston published
Stephen King’s 1979 novel The Long Walk finally gets its first-ever movie adaptation. Here’s what you need to know.

The 11 must-watch indie movies this summer
By Michael Balderston published
If you’re looking for something besides blockbuster fare this summer, these are the movies I recommend you keep an eye on.

Netflix's no. 1 movie Exterritorial is fine, but I recommend these action movies streaming on Netflix instead
By Michael Balderston published
Exterritorial is new, but don’t forget about these classic action movies on Netflix, hand-picked by WTW’s movie expert.

Honey Don't!: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Margaret Qualley movie
By Michael Balderston published
Ethan Coen returns with his second solo feature movie, the dark comedy mystery Honey Don't! Here’s everything you need to know.

28 Years Later: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know
By Michael Balderston last updated
Nearly 20 years after the last entry, 28 Years Later brings back original director Danny Boyle to the zombie franchise. Here’s what you need to know.

How to sign up for the Disney Bundle with ad-free Hulu
By Michael Balderston last updated
Here's what you need to know to sign up for the Disney Bundle with the ad-free version of Hulu.

You can now watch 2025’s most intense movie at home — I was rocked after seeing it in theaters
By Michael Balderston published
Alex Garland’s Warfare is now available to buy or rent via digital on-demand. Here’s what you need to know.

How to watch Warfare
By Michael Balderston last updated
A24, Alex Garland war movie is now playing, here’s how to watch Warfare.

Together: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the horror movie
By Michael Balderston published
Real-life married couple Alison Brie and Dave Franco star in this horror movie about co-dependency. Here's what you need to know.

The Unholy Trinity: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Pierce Brosnan movie
By Michael Balderston published
Pierce Brosnan and Samuel L. Jackson headline a new western, The Unholy Trinity. Here’s everything you need to know.

Can’t wait for Highest 2 Lowest? Here’s where to stream the classic crime movie it's based on
By Michael Balderston published
You can stream High and Low, the Akira Kurosawa classic, online right now. Here's what you need to know.

New on Hulu May 3-9: 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 Hulu original reality show and comedy movie, and more.

Everything’s Going to Be Great: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Bryan Cranston movie
By Michael Balderston published
Get all of the information you need on the new Bryan Cranston and Allison Janney movie, Everything’s Going to Be Great, right here.

The Righteous Gemstones season 4: next episode, trailer, cast and everything we know about the final season
By Michael Balderston last updated
The Righteous Gemstones season 4 is the final batch of episodes from the comedy series. Here’s everything you need to know.

With Black Bag now streaming, it's time for people to show up for it
By Michael Balderston published
Steven Soderbergh’s Black Bag, despite rave reviews, didn’t move the needle at the box office, that needs to change now that it’s streaming on Peacock.

The Surfer: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Nicolas Cage movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Nicolas Cage just wants to go surfing, but things take a turn in this psychological thriller. Here’s everything you need to know about The Surfer.

Thunderbolts*: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Marvel movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Marvel's "bad guys" become a team of heroes in Thunderbolts. Here's everything you need to know about the latest MCU entry.

How to watch Thunderbolts*
By Michael Balderston published
Marvel’s latest movie, Thunderbolts*, is now playing, here’s everything you need to know on how and where to watch it.

Sorry, Baby: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the movie
By Michael Balderston published
2025 hit Sundance movie Sorry, Baby marks the debut feature of Eva Victor. Here’s what you need to know about the movie.

Another Simple Favor: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know the Blake Lively movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick reunite for the sequel to the fan-favorite dark comedy thriller. Here’s everything to know about Another Simple Favor.
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