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
Mini Yellowstone marathon starts on TV tonight, Nov. 8, to get you ready for Yellowstone season 5 part 2 premiere
By Michael Balderston published
Yellowstone marathon will let fans catch up with the western from season 3 right up to the first new episode in two years.
Disclaimer complete guide: how to watch, recaps, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Cate Blanchett thriller
By Michael Balderston last updated
Oscar-winner Alfonso Cuaron wrote and directed the star-studded psychological thriller Disclaimer. Here's what you need to know about it.
Take Two: Hugh Grant movies
By Michael Balderston published
Which Netflix original series won the most Emmys for a single season? Which of Netflix's acclaimed limited series is higher rated on IMDb?
Dirty Angels: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Eva Green action movie
By Michael Balderston published
In new action movie Dirty Angels, Eva Green reunites with her Casino Royale director. Here’s what you need to know.
Companion: release date, cast and everything we know about the Jack Quaid thriller
By Michael Balderston last updated
Jack Quaid and Sophie Thatcher are questionable companions in the 2025 movie. Here is everything you need to know about Companion.
Oh Canada: release date, trailer, cast, reviews, plot and everything we know about the Jacob Elordi movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Oh Canada is Paul Schrader's latest movie, with Jacob Elordi and Richard Gere headlining the cast. Here's everything else you need to know.
How to watch Heretic
By Michael Balderston published
Want to watch Hugh Grant’s latest villainous turn in Heretic? Here’s everything you need to know when, where and how to watch Heretic.
The 6 biggest questions we need answered as Yellowstone season 5 returns
By Michael Balderston published
After a two year break, Yellowstone season 5 is back. Catch up with some of the biggest details as we preview major questions heading into the new episodes.
Michael: release date, cast, first look and everything we know about the Michael Jackson biopic
By Michael Balderston last updated
Michael Jackson is the latest music icon to get the biopic treatment with the aptly named Michael. Here is everything we know about the movie.
Mickey 17: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Robert Pattinson sci-fi movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Robert Pattison stars in Mickey 17, Bong Joon Ho's follow-up to his Oscar-winner Parasite. Here is everything you need to know about the sci-fi movie.
Netflix adds little seen, “Certified Fresh” sci-fi movie starring a pre-Succession Sarah Snook
By Michael Balderston published
Predestination’s various twists and turns will throw you for a loop, while featuring fascinating performances from Snook and Ethan Hawke.
Juror No. 2 ending explained: what happens to Justin?
By Michael Balderston published
In Juror No. 2, Justin is faced with sending an innocent man but violent man to jail or upending his family for a tragic accident. We break down what happens.
The 100 best Netflix movies to stream in November
By Michael Balderston published
Looking for a movie to stream on Netflix, here are our recommendations for the best of the bunch available right now.
Firebrand: release date, reviews, trailer, cast, plot and everything to know about the Jude Law historical drama
By Michael Balderston published
Jude Law stars as Henry VIII and Alicia Vikander as Katherine Parr in Firebrand. Here’s everything you need to know about the movie.
Why High Potential is not new tonight, November 5
By Michael Balderston published
High Potential is not airing a new episode on Tuesday, November 5, but there’s a pretty good reason for that as coverage of the 2024 presidential election takes its place.
Jon Stewart hosting live The Daily Show election special tonight, November 5
By Michael Balderston published
The Daily Show election special is airing across multiple Paramount cable networks. Here’s what you need to know about it.
The End: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know about the Tilda Swinton movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
What's a better subject for a musical than the end of the world? Find out everything you need to know about The End right here.
Lioness season 2 episode 3 recap: Joe and Kaitlyn sell the mission
By Michael Balderston published
In Lioness season 2 episode 3, Joe works on Josephina while Kaitlyn pushes politicians to their cause.
The Whiplash ending is one of the best movie endings ever
By Michael Balderston published
As movie fans celebrate Whiplash’s 10th anniversary, I revisit the movie’s ending that floored me and instantly made me a fan of Damien Chazelle’s work.
New on Hulu November 2-8: 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 an exciting new documentary and movies from two beloved leading men.
Monty Python has left Netflix and found a new streaming home, here's where
By Michael Balderston published
Here’s where you can stream Monty Python and the Holy Grail and more classics from the Monty Python troupe.
How to watch Here
By Michael Balderston published
Forrest Gump stars Tom Hanks and Robin Wright reunite in Here, which is now playing. Here’s everything you need to know on how to watch the movie.
Presence: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Steven Soderbergh horror movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Presence is a haunted house movie via Steven Soderbergh. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
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