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

The 104 best Netflix movies to stream in March
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.

The Woman in the Yard: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the horror movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Danielle Deadwyler headlines the horror movie The Woman in the Yard. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 new movie.

1923 season 2 episode 2 recap: surviving or living
By Michael Balderston published
In 1923 season 2 episode 2, the Duttons must contend with nature and the mob, while Banner begins to realize who he is in business with.

Oscar Best Picture winners ranked: all 97 winning movies
By Michael Balderston last updated
There have been 97 Oscar Best Picture winners so far, and we're ranking them all right here. Take a look.

1923 season 2 episode 1 recap: the lion in winter
By Michael Balderston published
In 1923 season 2 episode 1, the Duttons regroup and prepare for their next fight (in some cases literally), as the Yellowstone prequel returns after two years.

Lopez vs Lopez season 3 complete guide: how to watch and everything we know about the George Lopez comedy
By Michael Balderston last updated
George and Mayan Lopez return for another season of their NBC comedy. Here's everything you need to know about Lopez vs Lopez season 3.

What March 2025 movies are you most looking forward to?
By Michael Balderston published
WTW movie expert Michael Balderston shares his most anticipated March 2025 movie, and wants to know what you're looking forward to seeing.

2025 Oscar predictions: who I think will win in all 23 Oscar categories
By Michael Balderston published
From Best Picture to the Oscar shorts, here are my predictions for the big winners at the 97th Oscars on March 2.

Bosch: Legacy season 3: release date, trailer and everything we know about the crime drama
By Michael Balderston last updated
Don't worry Bosch: Legacy fans, there is more of the series on the way. Here is everything we know about Bosch: Legacy season 3.

Hollywood Squares: next episode, host, celebrity guests and everything we know about the game show
By Michael Balderston last updated
The classic TV game show Hollywood Squares returns with a fresh look and roster of celebrities. Here’s what you need to know.

Raid the Cage season 2: next episode, hosts and everything we know about the game show
By Michael Balderston last updated
A new season of the grab-and-go game show Raid the Cage is here. We’ve got everything you need to know.

Netflix adds latest season of sports docuseries with 100% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Michael Balderston published
Time to tee it up once again with Full Swing season 3 on Netflix. Here’s what I’m excited to see in this new season.

You can now watch 'Certified Fresh,' Oscar-nominated Timothée Chalamet movie at home
By Michael Balderston published
Buy or rent eight-time nominee A Complete Unknown right now, allowing you to catch up with another Best Picture nominee ahead of the 2025 Oscars.

New on Hulu February 22-28: 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 the return of a Hulu fan-favorite and a 2024 indie movie worth checking out.

How to watch The Monkey
By Michael Balderston published
Theo James stars in an adaptation of Stephen King's The Monkey, now playing. Here’s what you need to know about how to watch the dark comedy.

Zero Day: release date, trailer, cast, plot and everything we know
By Michael Balderston last updated
Conspiracy thriller limited series Zero Day is Robert De Niro's first starring role in a TV series. Here’s everything we know about it.

You can now watch this Best Picture nominee with a 93% Rotten Tomatoes score at home
By Michael Balderston published
The Adrien Brody-led The Brutalist is now available to rent digitally. Here’s what you need to know.

The Odyssey: release date, cast and everything we know about the Christopher Nolan movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Christopher Nolan’s next movie is a star-studded adaptation of The Odyssey. Here’s what you need to know.

NBC re-airing Saturday Night Live’s first ever episode tonight, February 15
By Michael Balderston published
Part of the Saturday Night Live 50th anniversary celebration, watch the first-ever episode of SNL on TV this weekend.

New on Hulu February 15-21: our expert's picks for 6 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 the latest from the creator of Peaky Blinders and a big stand-up special.

How to watch 4 Nations Face-Off online or on TV: schedule and what else to know
By Michael Balderston last updated
4 Nations is a two-week international competition taking the place of the NHL All-Star game this year. Here’s what you need to know on how to watch it.

Scamanda complete guide: how to watch and everything to know about the docuseries
By Michael Balderston last updated
Scamanda is an ABC News docuseries based on the podcast of the same name. Here's everything you need to know about Scamanda.
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