Josh Bell
Josh Bell is a freelance writer and movie/TV critic based in Las Vegas. He's the former film editor of Las Vegas Weekly and has written about movies and TV for Vulture, Inverse, CBR, Crooked Marquee and more. With comedian Jason Harris, he co-hosts the podcast Awesome Movie Year.
Latest articles by Josh Bell

New on Paramount Plus in January 2025 — all the movies and shows to watch
By Josh Bell published
Our guide to all the new movies and shows coming to Paramount Plus in January 2025.

New on Hulu in January 2025 — all the new shows and movies to watch
By Josh Bell published
Our guide to the new movies and shows coming to Hulu in January 2025.

New on Disney Plus in January 2025 — the must-watch movies and shows
By Josh Bell published
Disney Plus is getting more must-watch content in January 2025, including a new Marvel animated series.

Robert Eggers' 'Nosferatu' is full of sophistication, wit and terror
By Josh Bell published
The director of 'The Witch' puts his distinctive stamp on one of the greatest vampire movies ever made.

'Squid Game' season 2 release date, cast, trailer and everything we know
By Martin Shore last updated
"Squid Game" season 2 is hitting Netflix at the end of 2024. Here's all the latest info on the hit Korean drama.

Peacock’s new comedy ‘Laid’ is snarky, clever and twisted — and you can binge it all right now
By Josh Bell published
'Laid' is a perfect binge for anyone with a twisted sense of humor.

The most underrated sci-fi movie of the decade is now on Prime Video
By Josh Bell published
Gareth Edwards' 'The Creator' deserves its place in the pantheon of original sci-fi.

7 Christmas action movies like 'Red One' but better
By Josh Bell last updated
Perk up your Christmas spirit with these alternatives to "Red One", the poorly-reviewed Christmas action movie.

15 top new movies and shows to watch in December 2024: 'Squid Game,' 'Star Wars: Skeleton Crew,' 'Virgin River' and more
By Kelly Woo published
What's streaming this month

New on Hulu in December 2024 — all the new shows and movies to watch
By Josh Bell published
Our guide to the new movies and shows coming to Hulu in December 2024.

New on Disney Plus in December 2024 — the must-watch movies and shows
By Josh Bell published
Disney Plus is getting more must-watch content in December 2024, including new Star Wars and Pixar series.

‘Moana 2’ is not as good as the original — but it’s still entertaining and looks great
By Josh Bell published
The Disney animated sequel offers a passable follow-up to the 2016 hit original.

This underappreciated comedy is leaving Netflix — and it's 92% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Josh Bell published
Before she became a breakout filmmaker, Greta Gerwig starred in and co-wrote the delightful 'Frances Ha.'

5 best Oz movies to watch before 'Wicked'
By Josh Bell published
If you're excited to see 'Wicked,' check out these five other cinematic journeys to the magical land of Oz.

'Red One' Christmas action movie is a big lump of coal — not even Captain America and the Rock can save it
By Josh Bell published
Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans team up to save Santa in Amazon's holiday assault on the senses.

Netflix just got this underrated con artist thriller — and it's Margot Robbie's first movie star moment
By Josh Bell published
Stylish, sexy thriller 'Focus,' starring Will Smith and Margot Robbie, deserves another look.

5 movies like Netflix's 'Time Cut' but better
By Josh Bell published
Here are some better alternatives to the popular but critically derided Netflix horror hit.

My favorite teen drama is now streaming on Netflix — and it's an addictive binge
By Josh Bell published
Dive into the sexy, stylish fun of 'Gossip Girl.'

8 best Liam Neeson movies streaming on Netflix, Paramount Plus and more
By Josh Bell last updated
Iconic movies starring Liam Neeson

The best modern ‘Star Trek’ show embarks on its final season — I’m going to miss ‘Lower Decks’
By Josh Bell published
The animated 'Star Trek: Lower Decks' remains exciting and funny in its fifth and final season.

'Venom: The Last Dance' is a ridiculous mess — just like the rest of the superhero trilogy
By Josh Bell published
The third movie featuring Tom Hardy as the Marvel antihero is a jumble of half-formed ideas and hacky humor.

When is 'Twisters' coming to streaming?
By Josh Bell last updated
Here's what you need to know about when you can stream the hit disaster-movie reboot.

'Smile 2' builds on the original movie — with mostly strong results
By Josh Bell published
The sequel to the surprise horror hit delivers intense scares and intense emotions.
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