Rory is a Senior 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

Prime Video just added my biggest guilty pleasure movie of last year — and I don’t regret watching it
By Rory Mellon published
Prime Video just added "Regretting You," and despite its many flaws, I can't help but still enjoy this Colleen Hoover adaptation.

'Apex' review on Netflix: 'An intense cat-and-mouse game with one big problem'
By Rory Mellon last updated
Netflix's new survival thriller movie with Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton is now streaming, and here's why it's feral but forgettable.

3 new Netflix shows you should binge-watch this weekend (April 24-26)
By Rory Mellon published
Get these new Netflix shows in your weekend watchlist, from "Running Point" to the first "Stranger Things" spin-off, they're made for binging.

Saros is everything I wanted from a Returnal sequel — and it fixes its predecessor's biggest problems
By Rory Mellon published
Editor's ChoiceSaros is the most exhilarating PS5 exclusive in years

3 new to Netflix thriller movies to watch this week — and one of them stars Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton in a cat-and-mouse hunt (April 23-29)
By Rory Mellon published
If you're looking for new to Netflix thrillers, your search is over. I've picked out the latest exciting watches on the service this week.

5 excellent movies leaving Netflix next week — watch these while you still have the chance
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix has confirmed the movies leaving its library at the end of the month, and you'll want to stream these 5 picks before then.

Netflix’s ‘Full Swing’ season 4 butchers one of my favorite sporting moments ever
By Rory Mellon published
After a year of waiting, "Full Swing" season 4 is streaming, and I'm seriously disappointed with the golf documentary show's return.

I’ve played Pragmata on PS5 Pro and Nintendo Switch 2 — and it’s a must-play on both
By Rory Mellon published
Pragmata is an early contender for my favorite game of 2026, and after playing it on PS5 Pro and Switch 2, I strongly recommend it.

5 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu and more (April 21-27)
By Rory Mellon published
This week's new movies across streaming services include a survival thriller on Netflix, an Oscar-nominated sports drama on HBO Max and a sharp comedy on Hulu, and that's just the start.

3 feel-good Paramount+ movies to boost your mood right now
By Rory Mellon published
If you need a movie pick-me-up, here are three feel-good flicks you can stream on Paramount+ this weekend. Smiles guaranteed.

5 best sci-fi movies on Netflix — these out-of-this-world movies need to be on your weekend watchlist
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix is home to a strong handful of great sci-fi movies, and I've combed through its library to find the best for your watchlist.

Netflix’s new college comedy movie is a very pleasant surprise — and perfect for fans of ‘Mean Girls’
By Rory Mellon published
"Roommates" is now streaming on Netflix, and this college comedy is one of the platform's biggest surprises of 2026 (so far).

3 new to Netflix thriller movies to watch this week — and one of them is a shark survival film that has No. 1 on lockdown (April 16-22)
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix watchers looking for some excitement this week should check out this trio of thrillers offering action, horror and more.

5 movies you (probably) skipped in theaters, but need to stream in April 2026
By Rory Mellon published
These 5 movies didn't set the box office alight in theaters, but deserve your attention now that they're available on streaming.

3 new to Prime Video thriller movies to watch this week — and one of them is a Stephen King adaptation starring Glen Powell (April 14-20)
By Rory Mellon published
These are the latest thriller movies added to Amazon Prime Video, including a 2000s spy flick and a new Stephen King adaptation.

5 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and more (April 14-20)
By Rory Mellon published
This week's new movies across streaming services have been confirmed, and include fresh picks on Netflix, HBO Max and more.

Prime Video just added one of the best war dramas of the past 5 years — and everybody needs to watch this movie
By Rory Mellon published
Prime Video just added "The Zone of Interest," and this Oscar-winning war drama is one of the most powerful movies of the 21st century.

HBO Max just added all 9 ‘Alien’ movies — including the extended edition that turns one of the franchise’s worst into one of the best
By Rory Mellon published
HBO Max is the new streaming home of "Alien," with all 9 movies available to watch, including fan-favorite "Alien 3: The Assembly Cut."

I just played Starfield on PS5 Pro — and the internet is wrong about this sci-fi RPG
By Rory Mellon published
After years of waiting, Starfield has arrived on PS5, and I'm having a blast playing this sci-fi RPG. Here's why it deserves a second chance.

3 new to Netflix shows you should binge-watch this weekend (April 10-12)
By Rory Mellon published
Weekend binge-watchers are spoiled for choice right now as Netflix has plenty of new TV shows, from a reality dating show to a true crime doc.

3 new to Netflix thriller movies to watch this week — including a new shark survival film with a 'Bridgerton' star (April 9-15)
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix subscribers looking for great thriller movies this week have plenty of options, including a survival flick centered on deadly sharks.

3 feel-good Netflix movies to boost your mood right now
By Rory Mellon published
If the real world has you feeling a little blue this week, these feel-good Netflix movies offer the dose of charm necessary to boost your mood.

3 new Netflix exclusive movies and TV shows you need to stream this week (April 8-14)
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix has plenty of original movies and TV shows landing this week. Here's the most noteworthy new arrivals you can't watch anywhere else.

3 new to Prime Video thriller movies to watch this week — and one of them is a twisty mystery from my favorite director (April 7-13)
By Rory Mellon published
Prime Video kicked off April by adding dozens of movies to its library, and I'm picking out three must-watch thrillers for your watchlist.
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