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
Karate Kid: Legends — release date, cast and everything we know about the Jackie Chan movie
By Michael Balderston published
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.
Woman of the Hour: how to watch, reviews, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Anna Kendrick thriller
By Michael Balderston last updated
Anna Kendrick stars and makes her directing debut with Woman of the Hour. Here's everything you need to know about the thriller based on a true story.
Take Two: classic horror movies
By Michael Balderston published
Which classic horror icon slasher has more movies? What version of Invasion of the Body Snatchers did critics like better?
The Old Man season 2 episode 7 recap: revenge or freedom?
By Michael Balderston published
In The Old Man season 2 episode 7, Chase makes a critical choice, while Harper digs into Marion’s connection with Pavlovich.
Rumours: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Cate Blanchett movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Cate Blanchett leads Rumours, which combines political satire with zombies. Here's everything you need to know about the movie.
Smile 2: release date, reviews, trailer, cast, plot and everything to know about the horror sequel
By Michael Balderston last updated
Surprise horror hit returns to bring those creepy smiles back to audiences. Here's everything we know about Smile 2.
Anora: release date, trailer, cast, reviews, plot and everything we know about the Sean Baker movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
Winner of the 2024 Palme d'Or from the Cannes Film Festival, here's everything you need to know about Anora, the latest movie from director Sean Baker.
Netflix mystery resolved: Tim Robinson's Detroiters is now on Netflix after delay
By Michael Balderston last updated
The cult favorite Comedy Central series was set to land on Netflix October 15, but when the time came it was nowhere to be found.
The Legend of Ochi: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the fantasy adventure movie
By Michael Balderston published
A24 does a family fantasy adventure with The Legend of Ochi. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 new movie.
As movie lovers celebrate Pulp Fiction's 30th anniversary, what's going on with Quentin Tarantino's 'final movie'?
By Michael Balderston published
Quentin Tarantino said he would retire after 10 movies, and his next would hit that mark. Here's what we know about Tarantino's alleged final movie.
How to watch the NHL on Max
By Michael Balderston last updated
Hockey fans, even if you've cut the cord, there is now an option to stream the NHL on Max. Here is what you need to know about it.
Slow Horses season 5: everything we know about the Gary Oldman spy drama
By Michael Balderston last updated
Jackson Lamb and his Slow Horses are coming back for another mission with Slow Horses season 5. Here's everything you need to know.
The Order: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Jude Law thriller
By Michael Balderston published
Jude Law chases Nicholas Hoult in crime thriller The Order. Here’s everything you need to know.
The Madison: cast and everything we know about the Yellowstone sequel series
By Michael Balderston last updated
Yellowstone may be ending, but the Yellowstone franchise is going to continue the story in new ways. Here is what we know so far.
How to watch Alien: Romulus
By Michael Balderston last updated
A new chapter in the long-running sci-fi/horror franchise, Alien: Romulus is now playing. Here's everything you need to know on how to watch it.
The Monkey: release date, cast and everything we know about the Theo James horror movie
By Michael Balderston last updated
The Monkey is the next movie from Longlegs writer/director Osgood Perkins and stars Theo James. Here's what you need to know.
Slow Horses season 6 confirmed, but playing strange game with source material
By Michael Balderston published
A promise of “retaliation and revenge” await in the upcoming Slow Horses season 6. We’ve got more details on Apple’s official announcement.
Brothers: how to watch, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Peter Dinklage crime comedy
By Michael Balderston last updated
Peter Dinklage and Josh Brolin are a pair of criminal brothers in the new Prime Video movie. Here's everything you need to know.
Do you need NFL Network to watch Jaguars vs Bears London game?
By Michael Balderston published
The Jacksonville Jaguars and Chicago Bears play overseas this week, but how can you watch it from the US? We've got all the details right here.
How to watch the Chicago Marathon: live stream the 2024 race online and on TV for free
By Michael Balderston published
Here's how you can watch the Chicago Marathon 2024 online, ready for when it takes place on Sunday, October 13.
New on Hulu October 12-18: our expert picks 5 new TV shows and movies coming to Hulu
By Michael Balderston published
Check out our picks for the best new TV shows and movies on Hulu this week, which includes Halloween specials and a slate of international imports that look quite entertaining.
Press Your Luck season 6: next episode, host and everything we know about the game show
By Michael Balderston last updated
Classic game show Press Your Luck returns with new episodes to help fill ABC's summer TV lineup. Here's everything you need to know.
We Live in Time ending explained: what happens with Almut and Tobias?
By Michael Balderston published
Does the couple, played by Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield, make it in this emotional romance drama? We break down the We Live in Time ending.
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