
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

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

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.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now (Nov. 1-2)
By Alyse Stanley published
These trending Netflix movies are actually worth the hype

A24's new offbeat comedy-drama is the weekend watch I didn't know I needed — stream it on HBO Max Now
By Alyse Stanley published
A24's new comedy drama "Sorry, Baby" is one of the best films of the year, and now you can watch it on HBO Max.

5 political thrillers like 'A House of Dynamite' but better
By Alyse Stanley published
Frustrated with "A House of Dynamite's" ending? Watch these captivating political thrillers next

'One Piece' season 2: Everything we know so far
By Brittany Vincent last updated
What to know about 'One Piece' season 2, including release date, cast, and plot

Netflix reveals 'One Piece' season 2 release date and first look at the Straw Hats on Drum Island
By Alyse Stanley published
"One Piece" season 2 release date has been revealed by Netflix along with some first-look images of the Drum Kingdom.

'Freddy vs. Jason' is a love letter to both franchises I revisit every Halloween — watch it now on HBO Max while you still can
By Alyse Stanley last updated
'Freddy vs. Jason' is one horror movie I find myself revisiting every Halloween. Here's why you should stream this underrated slasher on HBO Max before it's gone.

45 best movies on Disney Plus to watch now
By Alyse Stanley last updated
We've gone through Disney Plus to pull the very best of the best from the House of Mouse. Here are the best movies on Disney Plus.

3 new to HBO Max shows to watch this week (Oct. 27-31)
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Not sure what to watch on HBO Max this weekend? Here are three new-to-HBO Max shows that deserve a spot on your watchlist.

Netflix's new No. 1 movie is a tense nuclear thriller that has audiences fuming over the ending
By Alyse Stanley published
Kathryn Bigelow's nerve-shredding political thriller is dividing audiences. Here's everything you need to know about the latest Netflix No. 1 movie.

9 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more (Oct. 25-26)
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Looking for what to watch this weekend? 'The Long Walk,' 'Weapons,' Netflix's bold new zombie movie, and more movie night hits just landed on streaming

Netflix just added a twisty psychological thriller starring Michael Douglas — and it's better than 'The Woman in Cabin 10'
By Alyse Stanley last updated
What's new on Netflix? "Don't Say a Word" is a gripping psychological thriller starring Michael Douglas and Brittany Murphy.

3 Apple TV shows to binge-watch this weekend (Oct. 24-26)
By Alyse Stanley published
Looking for what to watch this weekend? These Apple TV Plus shows are the perfect bite-sized binge-watch to wind down with.

5 best romance movies on Prime Video to watch right now (October 2025)
By Alyse Stanley published
Love is in the air on Prime Video with these five best romance movies, from a steamy love story between tennis rivals to a classic British romcom that'll leave you swooning.

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

5 best Stephen King movies of all time, ranked — and where to stream them
By Alyse Stanley published
Looking to revisit your favorite Stephen King adaptations this Halloween? Here are our top five picks and where to stream them.
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