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
Until Dawn remake is better than the original — here's why
By Alix Blackburn published
I’m one of the few people who prefer the new Until Dawn remake over the original. Here’s why I think it deserves more love.
These are the 10 scariest movie scenes of all time
By Alix Blackburn published
What’s the scariest movie scene of all time? Our writers share a scene that scared them the most.
'Slow Horses' season 4: Plot summary, cast, episode guide and more
By Malcolm McMillan, Alix Blackburn last updated
"Slow Horses" is a massive hit for Apple TV Plus and it's now finished airing the fourth season. Here's everything you need to know about this season, including an episode guide and summary.
Netflix's new time travel thriller isn't the best — but here's why it's still worth watching
By Alix Blackburn last updated
Netflix’s new time travel thriller just landed on the streamer, and it’s pitched for people who enjoy cheeky nostalgic fun. Here’s why I’m not so impressed.
'Alien: Romulus' sequel is confirmed — here's 5 things I want to see
By Alix Blackburn published
Nearly three months after Alien: Romulus, we now know a sequel has been confirmed to continue the story.
Prime Video has a dark thriller movie that's perfect for Halloween — and it's 90% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Alix Blackburn published
I just found the perfect dark thriller on Prime Video, and it has an impressive 90% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Here’s why you need to watch it for Halloween.
Netflix just got a huge upgrade for millions on mobile — the 'Moments' feature is here
By Alix Blackburn last updated
Netflix’s new mobile feature lets you save and share your favorite movie and TV show scenes. Here’s how.
7 best Prime Video movies to watch right now before they leave this week
By Alix Blackburn last updated
The best Prime Video movies to watch before they leave popular streaming service in October 2024.
Prime Video top 10 shows — here's the 3 worth watching now
By Alix Blackburn published
Our guide on the three best shows to watch in the Prime Video top 10 list, including a new action-thriller based on a video game series.
This is the one movie I watch for Halloween every year — 'It' is the scariest Stephen King adaptation yet
By Alix Blackburn published
There’s one movie I always watch for Halloween, and “It” is so frighteningly good every time. Here’s why you need to watch it during spooky season.
Hulu top 10 movies — here's what you need to be watching right now
By Alix Blackburn, Malcolm McMillan last updated
Our guide on the best movies to watch in Hulu’s top 10 list.
Netflix just got this gripping crime drama based on a true story — and it’s already crashed the top 10
By Alix Blackburn last updated
Netflix recently got a gripping crime-drama show based on a true story, and it’s already crashed the top 10. Here’s everything to know about it.
Trick or Stream: Your ultimate guide to Halloween binge-watching
By Alix Blackburn published
Our guide can help you find some of the best movies to watch for Halloween — here’s our spooky recommendations to stream now.
Netflix is getting a new action-thriller show based on a true story — and you can watch the trailer now
By Alix Blackburn published
Netflix just released a trailer for its new action-thriller show — and it’s based on a true story. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
Netflix has finally confirmed 'Beef' season 2 — here's everything we know
By Alix Blackburn published
Netflix has officially renewed the hit comedy drama “Beef” for season 2. Here’s everything we know so far, including the cast and plot details.
Prime Video is losing one of the greatest movie trilogies ever this month — stream 'The Lord of the Rings' now
By Alix Blackburn published
Prime Video is about to lose some of the best fantasy trilogies ever made. Here’s why you need to stream “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” movies before they leave.
Netflix's new No.1 movie transforms true crime — and I can't stop thinking about it
By Alix Blackburn published
This chilling crime thriller just claimed the No.1 spot on Netflix, and it hasn’t left my mind. Here’s why it redefines true crime storytelling.
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.
Prime Video top 10 shows — here's the 3 worth watching now
By Alix Blackburn published
Our guide on the three best shows to watch in Prime Video’s top 10, including the new season of a dark thriller.
5 best Hulu movies you need to watch this Halloween
By Alix Blackburn published
Our guide on the five best movies to watch on Hulu for Halloween this month.
Netflix and Prime Video keep canceling their best TV shows early — and I'm fed up
By Alix Blackburn published
Streaming services like Netflix and Prime Video frequently cancel some of the best shows on TV. Here’s why this ongoing trend has led to my growing frustration.
5 best new movies to stream this weekend on Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu and more
By Alix Blackburn published
Our guide on the five best new movies to watch this weekend, including “Alien: Romulus”, “Woman of the Hour”, and “The Wild Robot”.
This shocking true crime documentary just crashed Netflix's top 10 — and it's splitting opinions
By Alix Blackburn last updated
A new true crime documentary has just landed on Netflix, and it’s already crashed the top 10. However, it’s already dividing critics online.
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