
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

The Luckiest Man in America: release date, 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.

The Accountant 2: release date, trailer, cast, first look and everything we know about the Ben Affleck thriller
By Michael Balderston last updated
Ben Affleck returns as Christian Wolff in the sequel to 2016 action favorite. Here’s what you need to know about The Accountant 2.

M3GAN 2.0: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the horror sequel
By Michael Balderston last updated
After becoming a breakout hit, M3GAN is back with a brand new movie. Here’s everything you need to know about M3GAN 2.0.

36 best classic movies on Netflix right now
By Michael Balderston last updated
Netflix's library contains numerous classic movies for subscribers to rewatch or discover for the first time. Here are our picks for the best to watch right now.

What was the Celebrity Jeopardy! Final Jeopardy answer on April 2
By Michael Balderston published
Test your knowledge and see if you can get the Final Jeopardy from the Celebrity Jeopardy! season 3 episode that aired on April 2.

Fountain of Youth: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the John Krasinski adventure movie
By Michael Balderston published
Enjoy the adventure of Fountain of Youth on Apple TV Plus this summer. Here’s everything you need to know about the movie.

Apple TV Plus unveils Indiana Jones-inspired adventure movie Fountain of Youth — and it looks really fun
By Michael Balderston published
Despite no whip or fedora, the new John Kransinski movie likely wants to be the next Indiana Jones.

How to watch Black Bag
By Michael Balderston last updated
Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett star in the spy thriller now playing. But where can you watch Black Bag? Here’s what you need to know.

Hurry Up Tomorrow: release, trailer, cast and everything we know about The Weeknd movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
The Weeknd becomes a movie star in “surreal cinematic odyssey” Hurry up Tomorrow. Here’s everything you need to know.

Bring Her Back: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the A24 horror movie
By Michael Balderston published
Talk to Me directors are back with a brand-new horror movie, Bring Her Back. Here’s everything you need to know about it.

The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping — release date and everything we know about the Hunger Games prequel
By Michael Balderston last updated
With a new Hunger Games book on the way, a movie adaptation is already set. Here's what we know about The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.

Étoile: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the new Amy Sherman-Palladino series
By Michael Balderston published
Luke Kirby and Charlotte Gainsbourg star in Sherman-Palladino’s Marvelous Mrs. Maisel follow-up. Here’s what you need to know.

This April Fools' Day deal is no prank — buy classic movies and TV shows at big discounts
By Michael Balderston published
You can now digitally own classic and fan-favorite movies and TV shows for as little as $4 thanks to this one-day-only Fandango deal.

The 104 best Netflix movies to stream in April
By Michael Balderston last updated
Looking for a movie to stream on Netflix, here are our recommendations for the best of the bunch available right now.

Karate Kid: Legends — release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Jackie Chan movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Karate Kid icons Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio are teaming up for a new Karate Kid movie. Here's everything you need to know about it.

All-time classic now streaming on Netflix is a must-watch for all budding cinephiles — or anyone that loves a good heist movie
By Michael Balderston published
Bonnie and Clyde is widely regarded as one of the greatest movies ever made, and now you can stream it on Netflix.

Netflix just added the perfect movie for football fans hyped for this month’s NFL Draft
By Michael Balderston published
Kevin Costner takes us inside an NFL Draft war room in the slightly different sports movie Draft Day, which is now streaming on Netflix.

Five April 2025 movies I’m excited to watch in movie theaters
By Michael Balderston published
Get out of the house to see these movies this month; plus a full rundown of all the April movies coming to theaters.

House of the Dragon season 3: cast and everything we know about the Game of Thrones prequel series
By Michael Balderston last updated
The pieces are now in place for all out war in House of the Dragon season 3. Here's everything we know about the Game of Thrones prequel.

Netflix adds one of my favorite 2025 movies — why you need to watch this hilarious Keke Palmer comedy
By Michael Balderston published
Rotten Tomatoes critics and users agree with me on One of Them Days, now on Netflix.

1923 season 2 episode 6 recap: a mass extinction event
By Michael Balderston published
The body count shoots up in 1923 season 2 episode 6, with things looking bleak for many of our favorite characters.

5 Best Brendan Gleeson movies (ranked): where to watch 28 Days Later, Paddington 2 and more
By Michael Balderston published
Here’s how I rank Irish Oscar-nominated actor Brendan Gleeson’s best movies, from 28 Days Later to Paddington 2 and more.

New on Hulu March 29-April 4: our expert's picks for 8 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 a bevy of classic movies that arrive on Hulu as a new month begins.
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