Rory Mellon
Rory is an 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
![Rafe Spall as Jason Ross and Esther Smith as Nikki Newman in Trying on Apple TV Plus](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Y9hkMUaDzhaUqgAq3SzdpY-320-80.jpg)
My favorite Apple TV Plus show beats Ted Lasso — and now is the perfect time to binge-watch all 4 seasons
By Rory Mellon published
"Trying" just wrapped up its fourth season and there's never been a better time to binge-watch this breezy Apple TV show.
![Someone holding a remote pointed at a TV with the Netflix logo on it](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tR3xxpj7C3tjj7P7wnUC4d-320-80.jpg)
Netflix’s cheapest ad-free plan is dead — here’s what you’ll pay now
By Rory Mellon last updated
Netflix has begun the process of eliminating its ad-free Basic plan for subscribers in select regions — here's what we know.
![How to watch Harry Potter movies in order](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/H639fgmcwcTPLtWpHZPtdM-320-80.jpg)
Harry Potter TV show — everything we know about HBO television reboot
By Rory Mellon published
HBO's Harry Potter TV show is set to be one of the most anticipated television events ever — here's what we know.
![Eddie Murphy as Axel Foley in a promtional image for "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" streaming on Netflix this week](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3dYUujfW3ZsZctqmkXgED8-320-80.jpg)
7 top new movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Max and more (July 2-8)
By Rory Mellon last updated
"Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F", "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire", "Space Cadet" and more land on streaming services this week.
![Timothee Chalamet in Dune Part Two](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7rsMqqbMEu4cmZttrgwUS8-320-80.jpg)
I’ve seen 42 movies in theaters so far this year — here’s the 5 best and 5 worst
By Rory Mellon last updated
I've seen loads of movies already this year and here are the 5 movies of 2024 (so far) that you need to watch, and 5 to skip.
![Nintendo switch oledn handheld display](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AW2V5RFWCArLoRcdZTz6h4-320-80.jpg)
Nintendo Switch 2 — latest rumors and everything we know so far
By Rory Mellon last updated
The Nintendo Switch 2 could arrive within the next 12 months, so here's what we know so far and what we hope to see.
![Cillian Murphy in Oppenheimer](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3Aoo3ZFV4huorEXGEzRxHR-320-80.jpg)
Prime Video top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Rory Mellon published
The Prime Video top 10 is a great starting point for finding new movies to watch on the service, and here's the 3 best picks.
![Lily Sullivan as Beth in "Evil Dead Rise" now streaming on Prime Video](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/akyDerY9WuQahPzmiA2W2c-320-80.jpg)
Prime Video just got one of the best horror movies of the last five years
By Rory Mellon published
"Evil Dead Rise" is a devilishly enjoyable horror movie with thrills and blood by the bucket load — and it's now streaming on Prime Video.
![MATTHEW FOX as Jack, EVANGELINE LILLY as Kate, JOSH HOLLOWAY as Sawyer on Lost](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EXSxrA85mhea7auFZF99mb-320-80.jpg)
Netflix just got my favorite TV show of all time — and you’ve got 6 seasons to binge-watch right now
By Rory Mellon published
It's time to go back as 'Lost' returns to Netflix — here's why this legendary sci-fi drama is still the best binge-watch around.
![Eddie Murphy in Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LsjdkaHpm9N6hZ5cJt6beG-320-80.jpg)
New on Netflix: 5 movies and shows to watch this week (July 1-7)
By Brittany Vincent published
Don't miss all the new Netflix TV shows and movies heading to Netflix this week, including "A Family Affair."
![Elden Ring screenshot with a Tom's Guide deal tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6gnk3a8MaDebW6eL7pWhk3-320-80.jpg)
Early Prime Day sales include essential PS5 games from $11 — here’s 17 deals I’d buy
By Rory Mellon last updated
Amazon Prime Day 2024 starts early with epic deals on the best PS5 games including Resident Evil, Horizon and more.
![Eddie Murphy in Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LsjdkaHpm9N6hZ5cJt6beG-320-80.jpg)
New on Netflix in July 2024 — all the new shows and movies you need to watch
By Rory Mellon last updated
Netflix has confirmed its slate for July 2024 and it includes "Cobra Kai" season 6, "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" and more.
![a screenshot of bloodborne](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/G58QcMdfGVANPkbXqS99b6-320-80.jpg)
The best PS4 games in 2024
By Marshall Honorof last updated
The best PS4 games encompass a wide variety of titles, from open-world samurai adventures to epic sci-fi odysseys.
![Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury Festival 2023 held at Worthy Farm](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MQhhSWioWaUQePEpW4NcWc-320-80.jpg)
How to watch Glastonbury 2024 live streams online and from anywhere
By Rory Mellon last updated
Here's how to watch Glastonbury 2024 live stream and see Dua Lipa, Coldplay and SZA headline the iconic Pyramid Stage at Worthy Farm, Somerset.
![Liam Neeson as John Ottway in "The Grey" now streaming on Prime Video](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hZYisSdDYQkN5d9P64bXnh-320-80.jpg)
Prime Video top 10 movies — here's the 3 worth watching right now
By Rory Mellon last updated
These are the top 3 movies in the current Prime Video top 10 list including "Oppenheimer" and "The Grey"
![(L-R) Michael Cera as Evan and Jonah Hill as Seth in "Superbad" now streaming on Prime Video](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HCyw7HQHpmsGgTAXQTiwzX-320-80.jpg)
One of the best comedy movies ever just crashed the Prime Video top 10 — but you’ve got less than a week to watch
By Rory Mellon published
'Superbad' is one of the most memorable comedy movies ever made — and it's enjoying a resurgence over on Prime Video.
![Chris Hemsworth as Dementus in "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga"](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4D2JNrPNXKA44GMQRujGZ5-320-80.jpg)
9 top new movies to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV Plus and more (June 25-July 1)
By Rory Mellon last updated
"Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga", "The Boy and the Heron", "A Family Affair", "Fancy Dance" and more land on streaming this week.
![A TV with the Netflix logo sits behind a hand holding a remote](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mDNSZm5ah4asJu6kEVFqh7-320-80.jpg)
5 best Netflix movies to watch right now before they leave this month
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix is losing a host of must-watch movies this month including "A Nightmare on Elm Street", "Kill Bill" and more.
![a photo representing the PS5 vs. Xbox Series X](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wtT4iiADYeqYWDn6P9n7TJ-320-80.jpg)
PS5 vs. Xbox Series X: Which console wins?
By Marshall Honorof last updated
Our PS5 vs. Xbox Series X comparison will show you how these consoles compare in terms of specs, games and more.
![Avengers: Endgame Thanos snap scene, Frodo from Lord of the Rings and Meg Ryan in When Harry Met Sally](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EYirSXLphho7BAAeRMoLhf-320-80.jpg)
13 best movie moments of all time — here’s our favorites
By Dave Meikleham last updated
We're hugely passionate about cinema here at Tom's Guide, and some of our team have broken down the movie moments that mean the most to them.
![(L-R) Natasha Lyonne as Rachel, Elizabeth Olsen as Christina and Carrie Coon as Katie in "His Three Daughters" streaming on Netflix in September 2024](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uXRMbdgVBivAAeJzwChCbA-320-80.jpg)
My most anticipated Netflix movie of the year just scored 100% on Rotten Tomatoes — here's when you can watch it
By Rory Mellon last updated
Netflix has confirmed a release date for "His Three Daughters" — here's when you can stream this critically acclaimed drama.
![Nicole Kidman, Joey King and Zac Efron in A Family Affair](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/t5Rf5CtLNQkvqaN59TYtJi-320-80.jpg)
New on Netflix: 5 movies and shows to watch this week (June 24-30)
By Brittany Vincent published
Don't miss all the new Netflix TV shows and movies heading to Netflix this week, including "A Family Affair."
![Paul Mescal as Calum Paterson and Frankie Corio as Sophie Paterson in Aftersun (A24)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vWFNUXWDMibVbsKyGNqPPa-320-80.jpg)
Netflix just got my favorite drama movie of the last five years — and it’s 96% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Rory Mellon published
"Aftersun" is one of the most emotionally devasting movies I've ever seen — and this modern masterpiece is now on Netflix.
![An image from "The Lego Batman Movie" now streaming on Netflix](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9Pb5XRKBHBogaCHDYqXG6d-320-80.jpg)
Netflix just added one of my favorite ‘Batman’ movies — and it’s 90% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Rory Mellon last updated
"The Lego Batman Movie" is a delightfully charming, seriously funny and beautifully animated celebration of the iconic hero.
![Demon's Souls screenshot with a Tom's Guide deal tag](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WHA8jnSKjrcbMHiWUddcLC-320-80.jpg)
PlayStation’s mid-year sale has must-play PS5 games from $4 — here’s 15 deals I’d buy
By Rory Mellon published
PlayStation Store just launched it's latest sales event and it includes discounts on must-play PS5 games including Demon's Souls, Horizon Forbidden West and Spider-Man: Miles Morales.