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. Prior to joining Tom’s Guide, Alyse worked as an editor for the Washington Post’s sunsetted video game section, Launcher, where she wrote about indie games you shouldn’t miss, how to tackle an intimidatingly long gaming backlog, and all things Nintendo. She also previously led Gizmodo’s weekend news desk, where she covered breaking tech news — everything from the latest spec rumors and gadget launches to social media policy and cybersecurity threats. She has also written game reviews and features as a freelance reporter 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 miniature painting. After moving to the midwest, she fell hard into Warhammer 40k and gets a kick out of building ridiculously pink, e-girl-themed armies. She also spends a lot of time playing video games (in case that wasn’t already clear), sinking an embarrassing amount of hours into roguelikes, tactics games, and farming sims. When she does occasionally touch grass, she enjoys exploring nature trails with her dog Pixel and thrifting.
Latest articles by Alyse Stanley

Tubi just got one of the best spy thriller shows ever — Here's how to watch 'Killing Eve' for free
By Alyse Stanley published
The critically acclaimed spy thriller "Killing Eve" is free to stream on Tubi as of January 15.

2025 Oscar contenders you can watch right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Here's every major contender for the 2025 Oscars and where to stream them.

7 best shows like 'Severance' to stream right now
By Alyse Stanley published
With season 2 of 'Severance' finally arriving, here are other great shows to get your twisty sci-fi fix.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Sunday, January 19 (#588)
By Alyse Stanley published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #588 on January 19.

Switch 2 accessories appear online, revealing new Mario Kart racing wheels
By Alyse Stanley published
Video game accessory maker Nacon has revealed its line of Switch 2 accessories, including new racing wheels designed for the console's revamped Joy-Cons.

Netflix top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Our guide on the three best movies in Netflix’s top 10, and one includes an underrated action-adventure flick with Chris Hemsworth.

Netflix is losing one of the scariest horror movies ever — and it's 98% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Alyse Stanley published
'The Babadook' is leaving Netflix on January 25.

5 new to Max movies to stream now with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes
By Alyse Stanley published
Our guide on the best movies to watch on Max in January, and they all have at least 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes.

5 best new movies to stream this weekend (Jan 18-19) on Netflix, Hulu, Max, and more
By Alyse Stanley published
Not sure what to watch this weekend? 'Back in Action,' 'A Real Pain,' 'Hereditary,' and more movie night hits just arrived on streaming.

'I trained by watching Tom Cruise': Adam Scott shares 'Severance' season 2 prep secrets
By Alyse Stanley published
Adam Scott channeled his inner Tom Cruise for the highly anticipated first episode of "Severance" season 2.

When is ‘Gladiator II’ coming to streaming? Here's everything we know
By Alyse Stanley, Malcolm McMillan last updated
Here's when "Gladiator II" is available to buy or rent digitally, or stream on Paramount Plus.

43 best movies on Disney Plus to watch now (March 2025)
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.

'A Quiet Place 3,' follow-up to 'Day One' prequel, and everything we know so far
By Alyse Stanley last updated
'A Quiet Place 3' is still a mystery, but we unpack what details are known so far and what we can expect.

Netflix just added 'Hereditary,' one of the most unsettling horror movies I've ever seen
By Alyse Stanley published
Ari Aster's terrifying directorial debut has a new streaming home on Netflix.

'Deadpool & Wolverine': how to watch, trailers and everything you need to know
By Alyse Stanley last updated
"Deadpool & Wolverine" sees The Merc with the Mouth team with Hugh Jackman's Wolverine for his first MCU outing.

Leaked Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra render reveals biggest upgrades from S23 Ultra and S24 Ultra
By Alyse Stanley published
A new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leak shows off the flagship's bigger display, new rounded design, and thinner bezels compared to past Ultra models.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Monday, January 13 (#582)
By Alyse Stanley published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #582 on January 13.

Max top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Alyse Stanley published
Looking for what to watch on Max? These three movies in the streamer's top 10 are the best of the best.

This ‘toaster charger’ at CES 2025 promises to juice your phone in seconds
By Alyse Stanley published
Swippitt has unveiled a seamless charging system that uses interchangeable battery packs to keep your phone topped up.

7 best new movies to stream on Max, Hulu, and more this weekend
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Not sure what to watch this weekend? 'American Star,' 'Flow,' 'Get Away,' and more movie night hits arrive on streaming.

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Sunday, January 12 (#581)
By Alyse Stanley published
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #581 on January 12.

Stream 'Severance' free on Roku ahead of season 2 premiere — how to watch this Apple TV Plus sci-fi hit for free now
By Alyse Stanley published
Apple TV Plus is bringing Severance season one to The Roku Channel until January 19.

Nintendo Switch 2 tipster claims to know release date, pricing and launch games
By Alyse Stanley published
New Nintendo Switch 2 may have revealed the release date, pricing, and two launch games: Mario Kart 9 and Red Dead Redemption 2.
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