Michael Balderston
Michael Balderston is a DC-based entertainment and assistant managing editor for What to Watch, who has previously written about the TV and movies with TV Technology, Awards Circuit and regional publications. Spending most of his time watching new movies at the theater or classics on TCM, some of Michael's favorite movies include Casablanca, Moulin Rouge!, Silence of the Lambs, Children of Men, One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest and Star Wars. On the TV side he enjoys Only Murders in the Building, Yellowstone, The Boys, Game of Thrones and is always up for a Seinfeld rerun. Follow on Letterboxd.
Latest articles by Michael Balderston
High Potential: next episode, recaps, cast, plot and everything we know about the Kaitlin Olson crime drama
By Michael Balderston last updated
High Potential is one of the new broadcast TV shows premiering in fall 2024. Here is everything we know about the series right now.
Yellowstone season 5: who is Sarah Atwood?
By Michael Balderston last updated
One of the big new characters joining Yellowstone season 5 is Sarah Atwood. Who is she and how is she going to impact this season?
The Return: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Ralph Fiennes movie
By Michael Balderston published
Ralph Fiennes takes on Greek mythology in new movie The Return. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
Overlooked Margot Robbie crime caper is now a hit on Netflix
By Michael Balderston published
Focus, which stars Robbie and Will Smith, sits atop Netflix’s daily Top 10 for movies in the US.
How to watch the NHL on ESPN and ESPN Plus
By Michael Balderston last updated
The NHL on ESPN is back for the 2024-2025 season, so here's everything you need to know about how to watch the NHL on ESPN Plus and the ESPN family of networks.
If Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning is the last for Tom Cruise, I'm OK with that
By Michael Balderston published
There are so many signs that Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning could be Tom Cruise’s last Mission: Impossible movie.
Captain America: Brave New World — release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Marvel movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Anthony Mackie dons the shield in Captain America: Brave New World, his first solo MCU movie. Here is everything we know about it.
Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Here is everything that we know about Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part Two, which may be the final entry in the Tom Cruise franchise.
Gladiator 2 review: Ridley Scott and Denzel Washington make sure you will be entertained
By Michael Balderston published
Gladiator 2 picks up the story of Ridley Scott’s Rome, providing plenty for fans of the original to enjoy but missing some of the majesty that made it a classic.
Yellowstone season 5 episode 9 recap: a new era begins
By Michael Balderston published
In Yellowstone season 5 episode 9, the endgame begins as the show moves on from John Dutton quickly before slowing things back down.
Yellowstone season 5 part 2 premiere airing on CBS tonight, November 10
By Michael Balderston published
CBS is going to help welcome back Yellowstone after its long hiatus with a special showing of Yellowstone season 5 episode 9.
Lioness season 2 episode 1 airing on cable for first time tonight
By Michael Balderston published
Taylor Sheridan's Paramount Plus original Lioness debuts its season 2 premiere on cable following the return of Yellowstone.
Lioness season 2 episode 4 recap: a familiar face rejoins the team
By Michael Balderston published
In Lioness season 2 episode 4, Joe continues to build out her team for the mission, including one familiar face and one unwelcome guest.
Do you need NFL Network to watch Giants vs Panthers Munich game?
By Michael Balderston published
Billed as an NFL Network exclusive, are there other ways to watch Giants vs Panthers week 10 game?
New on Hulu November 9-15: 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 include A TV classic hits streaming, a new period drama and a 90-year-old action star.
Channing Tatum, Sandra Bullock adventure movie, now on Netflix, is a fun ride reminiscent of an 80s classic
By Michael Balderston published
Channing Tatum and Sandra Bullock’s The Lost City is now streaming on Netflix and should be one that you give a watch.
Mufasa: The Lion King — release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know
By Michael Balderston last updated
Mufasa: The Lion King is a live-action prequel that follows Mufasa's rise to royalty as king of the Pride Lands. Here's what we know.
Wicked premiere and red carpet is streaming live online for free, here’s how to watch
By Michael Balderston published
See Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and more walk the Wicked red carpet at the anticipated Wicked premiere from Hollywood.
Here: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Tom Hanks movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
In Here, Tom Hanks reunites with his Forrest Gump co-star and director. We've got everything you need to know about the movie.
A Real Pain: release date, trailer, cast, plot, reviews and everything we know about the Kieran Culkin, Jesse Eisenberg movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Kieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg star in A Real Pain as cousins who go to Poland to honor their grandmother. Here's everything we know about the dramedy.
Small Things Like These: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Cillian Murphy drama
By Michael Balderston last updated
Coming off his Oscar win, Cillian Murphy is again being praised for his performance in Small Things Like These. Here's what you need to know.
Heretic: release date, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Hugh Grant psychological thriller
By Michael Balderston last updated
Hugh Grant makes a villainous turn in the A24 psychological thriller Heretic. Here is what you need to know about the movie.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Christmas movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Barbara Robinson's classic book gets a new adaptation. Here's everything you need to know about The Best Christmas Pageant Ever movie.
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