
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

Severance season 2 complete guide: how to watch and everything to know about the Adam Scott thriller series
By Michael Balderston last updated
After more than two years, Severance season 2 is finally on the horizon. Here is everything you need to know about the latest season of the Emmy-winning series.

How to watch March Madness on Paramount Plus
By Michael Balderston last updated
Paramount Plus has all kinds of live sports, including March Madness games, but the streaming service is not a one-stop shop for the tournament.

How to watch Arizona vs Duke Sweet 16 game: online or on TV
By Michael Balderston last updated
Where, when and how to watch the anticipated matchup between Arizona and Duke, with a spot in the Elite Eight on the line.

The Wedding Banquet: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Bowen Yang comedy
By Michael Balderston last updated
The Wedding Banquet is a modern update to a classic rom-com from Ang Lee. Here’s everything you need to know.

Is The Late Show with Stephen Colbert new tonight, March 27?
By Michael Balderston published
With CBS airing more March Madness games on March 27, The Late Show is being delayed. Here’s what you need to know about the tweaked schedule.

One Battle After Another: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Leonardo DiCaprio movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
The Paul Thomas Anderson movie is set to premiere in fall 2025. Here’s everything else we know about One Battle After Another.

A Working Man: how to watch, reviews, trailers, cast and everything we know about the Jason Statham action movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Jason Statham is on a mission to save a girl from human trafficking in new action movie A Working Man. Here’s what you need to know.

How to watch A Working Man
By Michael Balderston published
The new Jason Statham action movie, A Working Man, is now playing. Here’s everything you need to know on when and where to watch the movie.

Movies to stream in April: our expert's 11 must-watch movies new to Netflix, Prime Video, Max and more
By Michael Balderston published
From Netflix to Prime Video, here are 11 movies you are not going to want to miss when they land on streaming in April.

A Working Man review: Jason Statham action movie just doesn’t work
By Michael Balderston published
Statham’s ex-soldier on a mission is not the next big action hero, as this B-movie fails to meet the grade.

Hulu adds Timothée Chalamet movie that should have won him an Oscar
By Michael Balderston published
Chalamet would have been my pick to win the Best Actor Oscar this past year. You can judge for yourself with A Complete Unknown now streaming on Hulu.

Loved Den of Thieves 2 on Netflix? I highly recommend you try this Oscar-winning heist movie next
By Michael Balderston published
Robert Redford and Paul Newman are their own crime duo in the Best Picture-winning The Sting, streaming on Netflix right now.

The Roses: release date, cast, plot and everything we know about the Benedict Cumberbatch movie
By Michael Balderston published
Olivia Colman also stars in The Roses, an adaptation/remake of The War of the Roses. Here’s what you need to know.

Malcolm in the Middle revival: cast, plot and everything we know
By Michael Balderston last updated
Malcolm in the Middle is back, as four new episodes of the classic sitcom are coming to Disney Plus. Here’s what we know.

Final Destination Bloodlines: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the horror movie
By Michael Balderston published
The Final Destination franchise returns from the dead for its first movie in 14 years. Here’s everything you need to know about Final Destination Bloodlines.

ABC dives into another Bad Romance — true crime series returns tonight, March 25
By Michael Balderston published
ABC News’ Bad Romance season 2 will feature eight new stories of love turning tragic. Here’s everything you need to know.

Deal or No Deal Island season 2 complete guide: how to watch, winner and everything to know about the game show
By Michael Balderston last updated
The spin on the classic game show returns with new contestants and new twists. Here’s everything you need to know about Deal or No Deal season 2.

Shrek 5: release date, cast and everything we know about the animated sequel
By Michael Balderston published
With Shrek 5, everyone’s favorite ogre is heading back to the big screen for the first time in 16 years. Here’s everything you need to know.

Sinners: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Michael B. Jordan movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler reunite for this "dance with the devil." Find out more about Sinners right here.

Tulsa King season 3: cast and everything we know about the Sylvester Stallone TV show
By Michael Balderston last updated
Get ready for another season of Taylor Sheridan’s popular Paramount Plus original series. Here’s everything you need to know about Tulsa King season 3.

Andor season 2: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know
By Michael Balderston last updated
Andor season 2’s 12 episodes will be the final batch for the Disney Plus original series. Here’s what you need to know.

5 Best Carey Mulligan movies (ranked): where to watch Promising Young Woman and more
By Michael Balderston published
It was no easy task ranking three-time Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan’s best movies, but I did my best. Take a look at my picks.

Why Last Week Tonight is not new tonight, March 23
By Michael Balderston published
And when will Last Week Tonight with John Oliver be back with a new episode? Here’s what you need to know.
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