
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
Latest articles by Alyse Stanley

'Ballerina' streaming date revealed — here's when you can watch the hit 'John Wick' spin-off at home
By Alyse Stanley last updated
'From the World of John Wick: Ballerina' arrived on premium video-on-demand platforms on July 1.

Netflix just renewed its must-watch mystery thriller series 'Untamed' for season 2 — here's what you should know
By Alyse Stanley published
Netflix renews its hit mystery thriller series "Untamed" for season 2. Here's everything you need to know about what remote corner Kyle Turner's investigating next in "Untamed" season 2.

Like 'Happy Gilmore 2?' Here's the 10 best Adam Sandler movies on Netflix, Prime Video and more
By Alyse Stanley published
From 'Hustle' to 'Don't Mess with the Zohan,' here's where to stream Sandler's must-watch comedies

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Tuesday, July 29 (#779)
By Scott Younker last updated
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #779 on July 29.

'Avatar: Fire and Ash' first trailer reveals a dazzling return to war-torn Pandora — and it's ignited the internet
By Alyse Stanley published
Disney released the first official trailer for 'Avatar: Ash and Fire,' and it looks like the most intense chapter in the 'Avatar' saga yet.

Hurry! Brooks has top-rated sneakers on sale for under $100 — 7 back-to-school deals I'd shop
By Alyse Stanley published
Multiple fan-favorite Brooks running shoes are on sale starting at $84 to celebrate the back-to-school season.

iOS 26 adds new Liquid Glass icons — here's how to transform your iPhone homescreen
By Alyse Stanley published
Apple's design overhaul gives your phone a sleek new look. Here's how to enable iOS 26's new Liquid Glass interface on your iPhone.

5 best Netflix comedies to stream after 'Happy Gilmore 2'
By Alyse Stanley published
In the mood for more laughs? Watch these must-watch Netflix movies next after "Happy Gilmore 2."

‘Happy Gilmore 2’ ultimate cameo guide — from Haley Joel Osment to Post Malone
By Alyse Stanley published
Like the original, 'Happy Gilmore 2' is packed with cameos you'll have to see to believe.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Our guide on the three best movies to watch on Netflix’s top 10, including Tyler Perry's newest crowd-pleasing Madea movie, a '90s comedy classic, and an earworm-filled animated adventure.

New on Prime Video in August 2025 — all the new shows and movies to stream this month
By Alyse Stanley published
Our guide on all the new movies and shows coming to Prime Video in August 2025, including Eddie Murphy's 'The Pickup,' the fourth and final season of 'Upload,' 'Conclave,' and more

5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, HBO Max, Peacock and more
By Alyse Stanley published
Looking for what to watch this weekend? 'Happy Gilmore 2,' 'Lilo & Stitch,' ‘Death of a Unicorn,' and more movie night hits just landed on streaming

San Diego Comic-Con 2025 LIVE — all the latest news and reveals from SDCC, including ‘Alien: Earth, ‘Predator: Badlands, 'Outlander' prequel, and more
By Malcolm McMillan last updated
The latest news about shows and movies from San Diego Comic-Con 2025.

Forget 'Superman' — DC studios lassos 'Supergirl' screenwriter to pen 'Wonder Woman' reboot
By Alyse Stanley published
DC Studios taps Ana Nogueira to write the script for the rebooted Wonder Woman movie for the James Gunn- and Peter Safran-run Warner Bros label.

'Supergirl': Everything you need to know about the DCU's upcoming movie
By Alyse Stanley published
With the revamped DCU off to a soaring start with "Superman," here's everything you need to know about its next adventure, "Supergirl."

Forget Prime Day — You can still save on these 21 running shoe deals on Brooks, Skechers, Asics and more at Amazon
By Alyse Stanley published
Amazon is discounting some of the most popular shoes from Skechers, Asics, and Brooks — check out the deals I’d add to my cart.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Our guide on the three best movies to watch on Netflix’s top 10, including a high-octane action thriller, a riveting crime thriller, and a colorful animated adventure bursting with K-pop jams.

5 movies like 'Brick' but better
By Alyse Stanley published
Netflix's latest mystery thriller is a dud, so watch these great movies instead.

3 best comedies on Netflix to watch right now — all with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes
By Alyse Stanley published
Netflix has plenty of hilarious comedies to watch while you're waiting for Happy Gilmore 2 to premiere next week. Here are the best Netflix comedies to watch now.

iPhone 17 Air battery leak looks like worst case scenario
By Alyse Stanley published
A new leak suggests the iPhone 17 Air will pack a sub-3,000mAh battery capacity, trailing behind the Galaxy S25 Edge.

5 best new movies to watch this weekend on Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu and more (July 19-20)
By Alyse Stanley published
Not sure what to watch? ‘How to Train Your Dragon,' 'M3GAN 2.0,' Netflix's latest psychological thriller 'Wall to Wall,' and more movie night hits just landed on streaming

How to watch the Star Wars movies in order — and the shows too
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Here's how to watch the Star Wars movies in order, both chronological and by release date

3 best mystery thriller movies on Netflix to stream right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Looking to watch more mystery thrillers on Netflix? Add these mind-blowing movies to your watchlist now.

'M3GAN 2.0' arrives on streaming and don't listen to the haters — it's exactly what a summer blockbuster's supposed to be
By Alyse Stanley published
"M3GAN 2.0" landed on paid video-on-demand platforms on July 15, and while it flopped in theaters, I think this campy action flick is absolutely worth a watch.
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