Alyse Stanley
Alyse Stanley is a news editor at Tom’s Guide, overseeing weekend coverage and writing about the latest in tech, gaming, and entertainment. Before Tom’s Guide, Alyse worked as an editor for the Washington Post’s sunsetted video game section, Launcher, where she also wrote about indie games you shouldn’t miss, how to tackle your gaming backlog, and all things Nintendo. She previously led Gizmodo’s weekend news desk covering breaking tech news and has written game reviews and features for outlets like Polygon, Unwinnable, and Rock, Paper, Shotgun. A recent Chicago-area transplant born and raised in Virginia, Alyse is a big fan of horror movies, cartoons, and roller skating. She's also a puzzle fan and can often be found contributing to the NYT Connections coverage on Tom's Guide
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Pluto TV just added 3 free movie musicals — including a new take on 'Mean Girls'
By Alyse Stanley Published
Pluto TV added over 240 movies in September, including 3 cult classic movie musical adaptations that are worth adding to your watchlist.

We polled nearly 5,000 of our readers on 2026's most anticipated show — and there was a clear winner
By Alyse Stanley Published
We asked our readers what their most anticipated show for the rest of 2026 is, and nearly 5,000 responded. Reacher and Slow Horses lead the pack.

What to watch tonight: 14 new shows and movies added to Disney+, HBO Max, Paramount+ and more (Sept. 6)
By Alyse Stanley Published
Looking for what to watch? Here's your guide to every movie and show streaming tonight.

3 addictive HBO Max shows to binge-watch over Labor Day weekend
By Alyse Stanley Published
Catch up on the best HBO Max has to offer this holiday weekend with 3 shows worth binge-watching.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now (September 5-6)
By Alyse Stanley Published
Our guide on the three best movies to watch on Netflix’s top 10, including a twisty suspense thriller, a Spanish crime thriller, and a tongue-in-cheek workplace comedy.

5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV, and more (September 5-6)
By Alyse Stanley Last updated
Looking for what to watch this weekend? 'The Mandalorian and Grogu,' 'Mayday,' a 'Robot Chicken' anniversary special, and more great hits just landed on streaming.

3 best new to Prime Video movies to binge-watch this weekend (Sept. 4-6) — including a historic Best Picture winner
By Alyse Stanley Published
Planning to binge-watch something new this weekend? Here's our weekly guide to the best new to Prime Video movies you should be streaming right now.

Tubi just added 3 iconic '90s movies you can now stream for free — including Brendan Fraser's action-horror classic that's getting a sequel
By Alyse Stanley Published
Tubi just added over 200 movies in September, and these 3 '90s classics are the ones to watch for a healthy dose of nostalgia.

Hulu just added 41 new movies — here are the 5 you need to stream right now
By Alyse Stanley Published
Hulu just got 41 new movies at the start of the month, but don't bother sifting through them all. These are the 5 you need to watch.

Free TV on PS5: Sony just quietly launched a Pluto and Tubi competitor with 100+ live channels
By Alyse Stanley Published
Sony just added over 100 live TV channels on PS5 for free — here's everything you can watch right now.

How to watch the Marvel movies in order ahead of 'Avengers: Doomsday'
By Alyse Stanley Last updated
Here's how to watch Marvel movies in order of chronological events and their release dates — plus, where to watch them all.

Every movie reference you missed in the 'Look Like My Mama' video by Tyler the Creator and AZ Chike
By Alyse Stanley Published
AZ Chike and Tyler the Creator just released a new single called "Look Like My Mama" that references a ton of different movies. Here's all the Easter eggs I spotted.

What to stream: Prime Video’s best summer hits, as ranked by 5,000 of our readers
By Alyse Stanley Published
Over 5,000 of our readers weighed in on their favorite Prime Video movies and shows of the summer, and they gave an interesting verdict.

The North Face sale: Up to 50% off jackets and cold-weather gear just in time for fall
By Alyse Stanley Published
North Face is hosting a huge sale with up to 50% off. Score deals on jackets, fleeces and backpacks before the weather gets cold.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now (August 29-30)
By Alyse Stanley Published
Our guide on the three best movies to watch on Netflix’s top 10, including a heartwarming family comedy, a Spanish crime thriller, and a dazzling animated Spider-Man movie.

5 best new movies to watch this weekend on Netflix, Prime Video, Peacock and more (August 29-30)
By Alyse Stanley Published
Looking for what to watch this weekend? 'The Last Sunrise,' 'The Whisper Man,' 'Hadestown: The Musical,' and more must-watch movies just landed on streaming

3 best new to Prime Video shows you should binge-watch this weekend (August 28-30)
By Alyse Stanley Published
Planning to binge-watch something new this weekend? Here's our weekly guide to the best new to Prime Video series you should be streaming right now.

3 free movies on Prime Video you probably haven't seen and can stream without a subscription
By Alyse Stanley Published
Prime Video has plenty of free movies to watch if you know where to look. Here are three free-to-watch movies that deserve a spot on your watchlist.

3 feel-good movies on Tubi to chase away the Sunday scaries (August 23)
By Alyse Stanley Published
End your weekend with these free feel-good movies on Tubi.

Over 12,000 readers voted: These are the top 5 Netflix releases coming later this year
By Alyse Stanley Last updated
We asked our readers to pick the Netflix original show or movie they were most looking forward to this year.

The delightful Keanu Reeves comedy you probably missed just landed on Prime Video — and it's what I'm watching this weekend
By Alyse Stanley Published
"Good Fortune" just landed on Prime Video, and I'm adding this fantasy comedy starring Aziz Ansari and Keanu Reeves to my watchlist.

What to watch tonight: 18 new shows and movies added to HBO Max, Hulu, Paramount+ and more (Aug. 22)
By Alyse Stanley Published
Looking for what to watch? Here's your guide to every movie and show streaming tonight.

3 best new to Prime Video shows to binge-watch this weekend (August 22-23)
By Alyse Stanley Published
Planning to binge-watch something new this weekend? Here's our weekly guide to the best new to Prime Video series you should be streaming right now.
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