
Tom Bedford
Tom is the streaming and ecommerce editor at What to Watch, covering streaming services in the US and UK. As the site's streaming expert he covers new additions, hidden gems, round-ups and big news for the biggest VOD platforms like Netflix, Apple TV Plus, Disney Plus, Prime Video and Tubi. He also handles the site's articles on how to watch various movies, TV shows, sports, live events and classic box sets, and coverage on hardware like TVs, soundbars and streaming sticks.
Before working at What to Watch, Tom spent several years as a writer and editor at TechRadar, and before that freelanced as a tech, entertainment and gaming writer. He grew up in Bristol, UK, and studied at the University of East Anglia as well as the University of Utah. He continues to review tech for TechRadar and several other sites under the Future PLC banner. Outside of work he's a writer and director of films and also enjoys running, climbing, cooking and traveling.
Latest articles by Tom Bedford

One of my favorite horror movies, a hidden gem with 90% on Rotten Tomatoes, is about to be pulled from Hulu
By Tom Bedford published
An indie gem worth watching

New on Netflix Sept 20-26: our expert picks your 7 new binge-watches
By Tom Bedford published
What to stream this week

I have a foolproof method of testing how good a Netflix series is — but 9 months in, no 2025 show has beaten it
By Tom Bedford published
Introducing the Seinfeld Test

How to watch High Potential season 2 online or on TV from around the world
By Tom Bedford published
Here's how you can watch High Potential season 2, which is rolling out at the moment.

'No-one's safe' unpacking that Foundation season 3 finale betrayal and plot twist with its lead actor
By Tom Bedford published
Things are getting out of Han

New on Netflix Sept 13-19: 7 must-watch releases according to our expert
By Tom Bedford published
Sports, cooking and apocalypse bunkers

Foundation season 3 ending explained: did The Mule win? Did Empire survive? And who were those mysterious figures at the end?
By Tom Bedford published
We'll unwrap the ending of Foundation season 3

How to watch the 2025 World Athletics Championships online or on TV from around the world
By Tom Bedford published
Here's how you can watch the 2025 World Athletics Championships, ready for when it begins on Saturday, September 13.

I watched a 2023 comedy with just 20% on RT after it was added to Prime Video; ignore the reviews, it’s great fun
By Tom Bedford published
Call me a Fool, but I’m in Paradise!

Excited for Tron: Ares? Here's how to watch the Tron movies & TV shows in order online
By Tom Bedford published
Hint: it's pretty easy

New on Netflix September 6-12: 6 new shows, movies and specials to binge this week
By Tom Bedford published
As picked by our editor

'That was a line I never thought I would say as an actor' unpacking Foundation season 3's most devastating scene with its star
By Tom Bedford published
We spoke to Ambassador Quent actress Cherry Jones

Netflix quietly adds award-winning 2024 drama with 95% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Tom Bedford published
Mike Leigh's latest movie is streaming now

How to watch The Paper: stream The Office spin-off online or on TV from around the world
By Tom Bedford published
Here's how you can watch The Paper, ready for when it premieres on Thursday, September 4.

The best Netflix shows to enjoy right now (updated September 2025)
By David Hollingsworth last updated
Our pick of the best Netflix shows to watch, including Hostage, Untamed, Dept Q., and much more

How to watch The Great British Baking Show 2025 online or on TV from around the world
By Tom Bedford published
Here's how you can watch The Great British Baking Show's 2025 season, ready for when it premieres on Tuesday, September 2.

How to watch The Runarounds: stream the new series from the Outer Banks creators
By Tom Bedford published
Here's how you can watch The Runarounds, ready for when it lands on Monday, September 1.

Caught Stealing review: a strange change of pace for Oscar-winning filmmaker, but not an unwelcome one
By Tom Bedford published
Caught Stealing review: a strange change of pace for Oscar-winning filmmaker, but a fun one

The latest Netflix cancellation shows that dominating the top-10 list is no protection
By Tom Bedford published
The Waterfront has cast off

How to watch The Terminal List: Dark Wolf — stream the spy prequel online
By Tom Bedford published
Here's how you can watch The Terminal List: Dark Wolf, ready for when it premieres on Wednesday, August 27.

How to watch the US Open 2025 tennis championship online or on TV around the world (inc. free streams)
By Tom Bedford last updated
Here's how you can watch the 2025 US Open online, ready for when the tennis Grand Slam begins on Sunday, August 24.

Disney Plus is about to add one of the best Marvel movies since Avengers: Endgame
By Tom Bedford published
Time to sign up if you've let your subscription lapse

New on Netflix Aug 23-29: our expert picks the 7 new movies and TV shows to binge this week
By Tom Bedford published
Some big-name new releases you may not have expected
The latest updates, reviews and unmissable series to watch and more!


