Tom Bedford

Tom Bedford

Streaming and Ecommerce Editor

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

YouTube TV channels
YouTube TV channels, plans, price, DVR and add-ons — all you need to know

By Tom Bedford Last updated

Streaming Everything you need to know about YouTube TV — from what channels are available to add-ons, DVR and the current price and offers available.

Streaming
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

Horror
New on Netflix Sept 20-26: our expert picks your 7 new binge-watches

By Tom Bedford Published

What to stream this week

Netflix
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

Netflix
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.

Crime Dramas
'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

Apple TV+
New on Netflix Sept 13-19: 7 must-watch releases according to our expert

By Tom Bedford Published

Sports, cooking and apocalypse bunkers

Netflix
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

Apple TV+
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.

Sports
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!

Movies
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

Disney Plus
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

Netflix
'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

Sci-Fi
Netflix quietly adds award-winning 2024 drama with 95% on Rotten Tomatoes

By Tom Bedford Published

Mike Leigh's latest movie is streaming now

Netflix
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.

Comedy
Lady Gaga as Rosaline Rotwood in Wednesday season 2 part 2
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

Netflix
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.

Competition Shows
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.

TV Shows
Austin Butler and Matt Smith in Caught Stealing.
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

Movies
The latest Netflix cancellation shows that dominating the top-10 list is no protection

By Tom Bedford Published

The Waterfront has cast off

Netflix
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.

Thrillers
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.

Sports
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

Disney Plus
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

Netflix
Netflix confirms release date for its most gripping documentary of the year with 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

By Tom Bedford Published

A mid-October must-watch

Netflix
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