
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

Prime Video top 10 movies — here’s the 3 I’m adding to my watchlist this weekend (Nov. 22-23)
By Alyse Stanley 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.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now (Nov. 22-23)
By Alyse Stanley published
Our guide on the three best movies to watch on Netflix’s top 10, including a heartwarming drama, a bubblegum pop animated adventure from the studio behind 'Spider-Verse,' and a cozy Christmas romcom.

5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu and more (Nov. 22-23)
By Alyse Stanley published
Not sure what to watch this weekend? 'Train Dreams,' 'Three Roses,' and the latest 'Conjuring' movie just landed on streaming

I found the 3 Prime Video Black Friday deals worth your hard-earned cash
By Alyse Stanley published
Prime Video's slashing prices on its streaming bundles ahead of Black Friday. These are the Prime Video add-ons I'd snag now for less.

The best early Black Friday TV deals I've found so far — save up to 40% now on Sony, Samsung, LG, and more
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Black Friday deals are just getting started as some of the best 2025 TVs from Samsung, LG, Hisense, and more are being slashed to new lows.

iPhone release schedule set to change forever in 2026/2027, confirms Apple insider
By Alyse Stanley published
Apple is reportedly shifting to a twice-yearly release schedule where high-end iPhones arrive six months before the rest of the line-up.

YouTube and Disney reach a deal to restore ESPN, but you can still redeem your $20 credit — here's how to claim it now before it's gone
By Alyse Stanley published
ESPN, ABC, and other Disney-owned networks are back on YouTube TV after the two reached a deal, but you still have time to claim your $20 rebate.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now (Nov. 15-21)
By Alyse Stanley published
These trending Netflix movies are actually worth the hype

5 best new movies to watch this weekend on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus and more
By Alyse Stanley published
Looking for what to watch this weekend? "Freakier Friday," "Eddington," "Nobody 2," and more must-watch movies just landed on streaming

Hallmark Christmas movies 2025 — when and where to stream all 24 original movies
By Alyse Stanley published
It's never too early to binge Hallmark's slate of Christmas movies. Here's your guide to all 24 original movies on the Hallmark Channel.

5 movies like 'Materialists' but better that you can stream now
By Alyse Stanley published
If Celine Song's steamy romcom 'Materialists" fell flat for you, here are five romcoms worth adding to your watchlist instead.
5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, HBO Max, Prime Video and more
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Looking for what to watch this weekend? 'Frankenstein,' 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps," a new Tyler Perry flick, and more movie night hits just landed on streaming

3 new to Prime Video movies I’d watch this weekend (Nov. 8-9)
By Alyse Stanley published
There's plenty of new to Prime Video movies I'd watch this weekend, from a hilarious action comedy to an old-school mob drama.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Alyse Stanley published
These trending Netflix movies are actually worth the hype

YouTube TV says it’s ‘ready’ to make a deal to return ESPN and other Disney channels
By Alyse Stanley published
YouTube and Disney's negotiations enter week two as ESPN and ABC continue to remain inaccessible for YouTube TV subscribers.

5 best movies and shows we watched this week on Netflix, HBO Max and more
By Rory Mellon published
From Apple TV's "Pluribus" to Netflix's "Frankenstein," these are the best shows and movies the Tom's Guide team watched this week.

New on Hulu: 3 shows to binge watch this week (No. 1 is a must-watch for 'Squid Game' fans)
By Alyse Stanley last updated
The Hulu shows you need to stream this week

YouTube TV has lost Disney and ESPN — here's 3 live TV streaming services to consider instead
By Malcolm McMillan last updated
YouTube TV has lost Disney and ESPN after the two sides failed to strike a deal. Here are three streaming services that still offer everything Disney.

Netflix just got one of the best comedies ever — and it's still perfect 26 years later
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Alexander Payne's high school satire "Election" is now on Netflix, and this cult classic dark comedy deserves a spot on your watchlist.

YouTube TV subscribers who prepaid for NFL Sunday Ticket add-in are frustrated after ESPN blackout — here's how to restore access to Sunday Ticket games
By Alyse Stanley last updated
YouTube points subscribers to customer support

7 best new movies to stream this weekend on Prime Video, Netflix, Peacock, and more (Nov. 1-2)
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Not sure what to watch this weekend? 'Jurassic World Rebirth,' 'Hedda,' 'Sorry, Baby,' and more movie night hits just landed on streaming

3 new to Prime Video shows to binge-watch this weekend (Nov. 1-2)
By Alyse Stanley published
Looking for something to binge-watch on Prime Video this weekend? Here are three new-to-Prime Video streaming recommendations that deserve a spot on your watchlist.

How to watch ESPN without YouTube TV right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Watch college football on these YouTube TV alternatives now that ESPN, ABC, and other Disney-owned networks have gone dark.
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