
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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3 Netflix comedies to watch after '72 Hours' — including SZA and Keke Palmer's girl failure buddy comedy that hits way too close to home
By Alyse Stanley Published
72 Hours is the No. 1 movie on Netflix, but it's far from the best the platform has to offer. Stream these 3 comedies next to keep the laughs going.

Prime Video's upcoming AI makeover could completely change how you decide what to watch next
By Alyse Stanley Published
Amazon is reworking how Prime Video recommends movies and TV shows to subscribers as part of its larger AI push.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the only 3 I'm considering watching this weekend (July 25-26)
By Alyse Stanley Published
My picks for the three best movies to watch in Netflix’s top 10 right now, including an uplifting drama inspired by a true story.

5 best new movies to watch this weekend on Netflix, Apple TV, Prime Video and more (July 25-26)
By Alyse Stanley Published
Not sure what to watch this weekend? 'The Dink,' a new grown-up 'Avatar: The Last Airbender,' 'The Mandalorian and Grogu,' and more must-watch movies just landed on streaming

'Wicked: For Good' just landed on Netflix — but these 3 musicals are even better
By Alyse Stanley Published
'Wicked: For Good' just landed on Netflix, but you should watch these 3 musicals on Netflix instead that are much better.

Loved 'Obsession'? Peacock has 3 under-the-radar horror movies to watch next
By Alyse Stanley Published
Loved 'Obsession'? Add these terrifying movies to your watchlist on Peacock.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the only 3 I'm recommending this weekend (July 18-19)
By Alyse Stanley Published
My picks for the three best movies to watch in Netflix’s top 10 right now, including a beloved sequel to The Hunger Games.

5 best new movies to watch this weekend on Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+ and more (July 18-19)
By Alyse Stanley Published
'Obsession,' 'Backrooms,' 'Heartstopper Forever' and more must-watch movies just landed on streaming

Set sail for 'The Odyssey' with these 3 (free!) epic movies to watch before Christopher Nolan's epic hits theaters this weekend
By Alyse Stanley Published
Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" hits theaters this week. Get yourself in the headspace for it with these three epics you can stream for free right now.

Missed it in theaters? Stephen King's brutal 'The Long Walk' is the newest No. 1 movie on HBO Max (and not 'Sinners')
By Alyse Stanley Published
'The Long Walk' is the No. 1 movie on HBO Max right now. Is it worth watching? Here's everything you need to know.

Finished 'Shipwrecked: Nightmare at Sea'? Here are the best survival documentaries on Netflix to stream next
By Alyse Stanley Published
Finished Shipwrecked: Stranded at Sea? These are the best survival documentaries on Netflix to watch next.

If you rent one movie this weekend and it's "Backrooms" and not "I Love Boosters," I am going to judge you
By Alyse Stanley Published
If you're thinking of renting Backrooms this weekend, take my advice and stream I Love Boosters instead.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the only 3 I'm considering watching this weekend (July 11-12)
By Alyse Stanley Published
My picks for the three best movies to watch in Netflix’s top 10 right now, including a tense mystery thriller from David Fincher.

Forget everything new on streaming: These are the 5 movies worth watching this weekend on Netflix, Paramount+ and more (July 11-12)
By Alyse Stanley Published
Looking for what to watch this weekend? The Backrooms, Hamnet, Wardriver, and more must-watch movies just landed on streaming. These are the best new movies to watch.

3 new to Paramount+ movies to stream in July 2026 with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes
By Alyse Stanley Published
Our guide to the best movies new to Paramount+ that you can stream in July 2026, all of which are rated 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes.

Netflix top 10 shows — here’s the 3 you need to binge-watch this week (July 7-13)
By Alyse Stanley Published
Looking for something new to watch? We've picked the best shows currently dominating Netflix's top 10 list, including the latest Harlan Coben adaptation.

Christopher Nolan's 'Memento' just landed on Netflix — and it's the perfect watch before 'The Odyssey' hits theaters next week
By Alyse Stanley Published
With Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' hitting theaters this month, it's the perfect time to revisit 'Memento' now that it's landed on Netflix.

5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Prime Video, and more
By Alyse Stanley Published
Not sure what to watch this weekend? 'Obsession,' 'The Devil Wears Prada 2,' 'Enola Holmes 3,' and more must-watch movies just landed on streaming.

3 movies to watch after 'Little Brother' on Netflix — including one of Keke Palmer's most hilarious roles to date
By Alyse Stanley Published
Finished Netflix's No. 1 movie, Little Brother, and are looking for more laughs? Here are 3 hilarious comedies on Netflix to watch next.

Scalpers are already flipping Steam Machine reservations for double Valve's asking price
By Alyse Stanley Published
Though Valve's Steam Machine hasn't yet hit store shelves, scalpers are already jacking up the price by listing reservations slots on third-party platforms.

Bad news: Netflix now wants every single profile in your house to have its own email login
By Alyse Stanley Published
Netflix is quietly updating how shared accounts work by requiring every profile to have its own unique email address.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now (June 27-28)
By Alyse Stanley Published
Our guide on the three best movies to watch on Netflix’s top 10, including an unhinged buddy comedy, a horrifying true crime documentary, and a breezy yet affecting romcom.

5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+ and more (June 27-28)
By Alyse Stanley Published
Looking for what to watch this weekend? 'Avatar: Fire and Ash,' 'Little Brother,' 'I Love Boosters,' and more must-watch movies just landed on streaming
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