
Alix Blackburn
Alix is a Streaming Writer at Tom’s Guide, which basically means watching the best movies and TV shows and then writing about them. Previously, she worked as a freelance writer for Screen Rant and Bough Digital, both of which sparked her interest in the entertainment industry. When she’s not writing about the latest movies and TV shows, she’s either playing horror video games on her PC or working on her first novel.
Latest articles by Alix Blackburn

Prime Video has 3 must-watch mystery thriller movies perfect to stream before ‘A Simple Favor 2’
By Alix Blackburn published
“A Simple Favor 2” hits Prime Video this May, so here are three must-watch mystery thrillers to check out before Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick's highly anticipated sequel drops.

Prime Video’s No. 1 show ‘Beast Games’ just started a risky trend — and I’m worried other streaming services will follow
By Alix Blackburn published
Streaming services like Netflix and Disney Plus want influencers in their own TV shows. Here’s why that could be a problem.

Marvel drops first trailer for new ‘Fantastic Four’ movie — and it might just revive my excitement for the MCU
By Alix Blackburn published
“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” trailer has finally arrived, and it takes us into a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world where the titular group face a daunting enemy.

5 new Netflix shows I’ll be binge-watching in 2025
By Alix Blackburn published
Netflix recently announced its slate for 2025. These are the five new shows I’m most excited to watch.

7 biggest new games launching in February 2025 for PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC
By Alix Blackburn published
February 2025 is a big month for new releases across various platforms, including Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and Monster Hunter Wilds.

Netflix just got an action-thriller movie that’s already crashed the top 10 — but there’s a problem
By Alix Blackburn published
An action-packed thriller movie just claimed the No. 2 spot in Netflix’s top 10, but there’s a problem. Here’s what you should know about “Renegades.”

New on Prime Video in February 2025 — all the new shows and movies to watch
By Alix Blackburn last updated
Our guide on all the new movies and shows coming to Prime Video in February 2025.

Netflix drops first look at new crime thriller — and it’s one of my most anticipated movies of 2025
By Alix Blackburn published
Netflix recently dropped a first look image at “RIP,” a new crime thriller starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. Here’s everything to know about it.

Shudder is one of the most overlooked streaming services — here’s why thriller fans need to sign up now
By Alix Blackburn published
I finally gave the streaming service Shudder a chance, and now I’m shocked how underrated it is. Here’s why this platform is perfect for thriller fans.

One of the best dark thriller movies ever just crashed Netflix’s top 10 — ‘The Menu’ is a full-course psychological feast
By Alix Blackburn published
Netflix just got a gripping psychological thriller movie that’s already crashed the top 10. Here’s why you need to stream “The Menu.”

Netflix’s new murder mystery show gets first trailer — and it looks perfect for fans of ‘Knives Out’
By Alix Blackburn published
Netflix drops the first trailer for its new murder mystery drama, and this show already looks like the perfect binge-watch. Here’s everything to know about “The Residence.”

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Alix Blackburn published
Our guide on the three best movies to watch in Netflix’s top 10, including a dark thriller starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Nicholas Hoult.

5 biggest movies you need to watch in theaters in February 2025
By Alix Blackburn published
Our guide on the movies you should be watching in theaters in February 2025, including the highly anticipated Marvel title “Captain America: Brave New World.”

New on Apple TV Plus in February 2025 — all the movies and shows to watch
By Alix Blackburn published
Our guide on the new movies and shows coming to Apple TV Plus in February 2025.

Prime Video is about to lose one of the most heart-pounding thriller movies — and it’s 90% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Alix Blackburn last updated
Prime Video is about to lose one of the most intense thriller movies I’ve ever watched. Here’s why you need to stream it before it leaves.

Hurry! 5 awesome Roku streaming deals I'd recommend on Amazon now — starting at $17
By Alix Blackburn published
Some of the best Roku streaming devices are now on sale at Amazon. Here are the top 5 deals I’d add to my cart.

3 best Prime Video shows in January you haven’t watched yet
By Alix Blackburn published
Our guide on the three best Prime Video shows you probably haven’t watched in January 2025.

Max just confirmed major upgrade for millions — here’s what’s new
By Alix Blackburn last updated
Finding movies and shows to stream on Max could become a lot easier thanks to the new update. Here’s what you should know.

Prime Video’s top 10 has 3 shows worth streaming now — including a fun comedy-drama
By Alix Blackburn published
Our guide on the three best shows in Prime Video’s top 10, including a fun comedy-drama that just dropped season 3.

Netflix just got a gripping new drama show that’s already crashed the top 10 — and I can’t stop watching it
By Alix Blackburn published
Netflix’s new drama show just crashed the top 10, and you can binge-watch all eight episodes now. Here’s why ‘The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call’ is worth streaming.

Best Roku channels to stream on your device
By Kelly Woo last updated
Use this guide to find the best Roku channels, free and paid, whether you're looking for movies, TV shows, music or kids' programming

33 best Netflix documentaries to watch right now
By Kelly Woo, Malcolm McMillan last updated
The best Netflix documentaries range from emotionally complicated true stories to wonderful depictions of nature.

This one thing about the new ‘Alien: Earth’ teaser has made me even more excited for the show
By Alix Blackburn last updated
Hulu just dropped a short teaser trailer for FX's “Alien: Earth,” and there’s one thing about it that has me even more excited for the show.
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