Rory is a Senior Entertainment Editor at Tom’s Guide based in the UK. He covers a wide range of topics but with a particular focus on gaming and streaming. When he’s not reviewing the latest games, searching for hidden gems on Netflix, or writing hot takes on new gaming hardware, TV shows and movies, he can be found attending music festivals and getting far too emotionally invested in his favorite football team.
Latest articles by Rory Mellon

I've already seen 73 movies in theatres this year — here’s the 7 best you (probably) skipped and where to watch them now
By Rory Mellon last updated
Each year, I see dozens of movies in theatres, and after watching more than 70 in 2025, here are the ones that deserved way more attention.

Netflix’s new mystery thriller movie with Keira Knightley has rocketed straight to No. 1 — and I'm not happy about it
By Rory Mellon published
"The Woman in Cabin 10" has sailed into the Netflix No. 1 spot, but this subpar mystery thriller is more proof of the service's movie problem.

Prime Video just got the most charming movie of 2025 (so far) — and it’s 96% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Rory Mellon published
"The Ballad of Wallis Island" has just arrived on Prime Video, and this 2025 comedy-drama is one of the most lovable movies of the year.

I thought ‘Celebrity Traitors’ would be a total flop but it might be the best season yet
By Rory Mellon published
BBC has launched "The Celebrity Traitors," and while I was skeptical at first, this new spin on the reality TV juggernaut is off to a strong start.

Prime Video top 10 movies — here’s the 3 I’m streaming this weekend
By Rory Mellon published
I've combed through the Prime Video top 10 movies to pick out the best options to watch this weekend, including a must-see Bond film.

6 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, Prime Video, Peacock and more (Oct. 7-13)
By Rory Mellon published
This week sees the streaming debut of "The Conjuring: Last Rites," while Netflix, Prime Video and Peacock offer new movies to watch.

Netflix just added one of my favorite biopic movies of the past 10 years — and it comes from the director of ‘The Social Network 2'
By Rory Mellon published
I'm a huge fan of writer/director Aaron Sorkin, and one of his best movies is now on Netflix. Here's why "Molly's Game" is a must-watch.

5 new to Netflix movies with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes I’m adding to my watchlist in October 2025
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix's slate of new movies for October 2025 includes several flicks that scored at least 90% on Rotten Tomatoes, and here's the full list.

Netflix’s new drama with Cillian Murphy is one of the most chaotic movies I’ve ever seen — and you need to stream it now
By Rory Mellon last updated
Cillian Murphy stars in Netflix's new original drama movie "Steve," and it's a chaotic look at an English reform school full of unruly students.

Prime Video top 10 movies — here’s the 3 I’m adding to my watchlist this weekend
By Rory Mellon published
If you're looking for something to watch on Prime Video this weekend, here are the 3 best movies currently in the streaming service's top 10.

Harry Potter TV show — everything we know about HBO television reboot
By Rory Mellon last updated
HBO's Harry Potter TV show is set to be one of the most anticipated television events ever — here's what we know.

10 most underrated movies of the past decade, ranked
By Rory Mellon published
Over the past 10 years, many excellent movies have flown a little under the radar, and these are my top picks for the most underrated ones.

Xbox Game Pass price hike is infuriating users — but here's how to beat the cost increase
By Rory Mellon published
Xbox Game Pass is getting a major price hike, and gamers aren't impressed. However, there's still time to score a discount right now.

11 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and more (Sept. 30-Oct. 6)
By Rory Mellon last updated
It's a packed week of new movies across the best streaming services, including "Steve" on Netflix, "Play Dirty" on Prime Video and more.

Prime Video’s new action-thriller movie with Mark Wahlberg is now streaming — and it’s an explosive heist adventure
By Rory Mellon published
Prime Video has just dropped its new action-thriller movie from director Shane Black, starring Mark Wahlberg as an expert criminal.

3 must-watch action movies on Prime Video you (probably) haven't seen
By Rory Mellon published
I've combed through the Prime Video movie library and picked out three action flicks that are a little overlooked and worth watching.

EA Sports FC 26 delivers one of the biggest gameplay upgrades in years, but it's not a title winner
By Rory Mellon published
EA Sports FC 26 is excellent on the pitch, but long-standing issues linger

I spoke to the developers of Alien: Rogue Incursion about bringing my favorite VR game to 'traditional' consoles and PC
By Rory Mellon published
Alien: Rogue Incursion Evolved Edition launches this week, and I caught up with the developers to talk about bringing the former VR exclusive experience to PS5, Xbox Series X and PC platforms.

PS5 Slim has been quietly upgraded — and DualSense controller is rumored next
By Rory Mellon published
The new PS5 Slim model is now rolling out, and a YouTube teardown has revealed an unexpected design change and a smaller hard drive.

Netflix's new No. 1 series is a twisted psychological thriller — and it's made for binge-watching
By Rory Mellon last updated
Netflix's new dark thriller show "Wayward" is now streaming, and it presents a twisting mystery about the sinister small town of Tall Pines.

Netflix's new crime drama show has already crashed the top 10 — and it's perfect for binge-watching this weekend
By Rory Mellon last updated
'House of Guinness' is a very watchable but slightly watered-down crime drama

Apple TV Plus’ new romantic drama movie with 'Ted Lasso’s' Brett Goldstein is one of the most pleasant surprises of 2025 — and it’ll leave you a sobbing mess
By Rory Mellon published
Apple TV Plus just dropped a new movie, "All of You," and prepare to fall in love with this romance starring a fan-favorite "Ted Lasso" star.

5 biggest reveals at State of Play September 2025, including Wolverine, Saros, Microsoft Flight Sim and more
By Rory Mellon last updated
PlayStation's latest State of Play was overstuffed with major PS5 announcements, including Wolverine, desktop speakers and more.
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