
Rory Mellon
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

Netflix’s chilling new doc has cracked the top 10 already — and it's made me never want to attend a music festival again
By Rory Mellon last updated
The latest installment in Netflix's "Trainwreck" anthology series chronicles the tragic events that unfolded at Travis Scott's Astroworld festival in 2021, and it's a seriously harrowing watch.

Mario Kart World kicks off the Nintendo Switch 2 era in colorful style — but there are some speed bumps along the way
By Rory Mellon published
Mario Kart World is series’ biggest shake-up in years with great gameplay and amazing visuals but some of the new ideas don't quite hit the mark.

Nintendo Switch 2 review — no gimmicks here, just a fantastic hybrid console
By Rory Mellon published
Nintendo Switch 2 is the hybrid console of my dreams

I just streamed Netflix’s chilling new murder mystery and haven’t been this hooked by a show in ages — you need to watch it now
By Rory Mellon published
"The Survivors" is an exploration of trauma coupled with a twisting murder mystery, making for an intriguing, but sombre, Netflix original.

Netflix just added a compelling crime thriller show that's already cracked the top 10 — and you can binge-watch all 5 seasons now
By Rory Mellon last updated
Netflix is the new streaming home of "Blindspot," and this NBC crime drama packs mystery, thrills and intrigue across its 100-episode run.

Harry Potter TV show — everything we know about HBO television reboot
By Rory Mellon last updated
HBO's Harry Potter TV show is set to be one of the most anticipated television events ever — here's what we know.

The best movie of 2025 (so far) you missed in theaters just arrived on streaming — and it’s a hilariously heartfelt watch
By Rory Mellon published
"The Ballad of Wallis Island" is a soulful comedy-drama movie about meeting your heroes and reflecting on past experiences and lost loves.

Netflix just added a load of Alfred Hitchcock movies — here’s the 3 to watch first
By Rory Mellon published
Alfred Hitchcock is among the most acclaimed directors in Hollywood history, and some of his best ever movies just arrived on Netflix.

I just discovered this forgotten Netflix survival thriller movie — and I’m kicking myself for missing it the first time
By Rory Mellon published
I somehow missed this gripping survival thriller when it came to Netflix in 2023, but I'm very glad I circled back to watch "Nowhere" this week.

5 new to Netflix movies with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix has added a collection of new movies this month, including several must-watch thrillers and classics from director Alfred Hitchcock.

I’ve played 8 Nintendo Switch 2 launch games — here’s the 3 I’d buy first (Mario Kart World isn't one of them)
By Rory Mellon published
I've been testing out the Nintendo Switch 2 for review, and that means playing a lot of launch games. Here are the 3 that I recommend you buy.

I’ve spent 24 hours with the Nintendo Switch 2 for review — here’s 5 things I love and 2 things I don’t
By Rory Mellon published
I've spent the last 24 hours putting the Nintendo Switch 2 through its paces, and here are my early impressions on the long-awaited console.

Nintendo Switch 2 review in progress — 8 of us have played it and here’s what we think so far
By Jason England last updated
The Nintendo Switch 2 is here, and 10 of us are busy reviewing it! Here are our thoughts in-progress.

The first 'Alien: Earth' trailer just landed — and it was more than worth the wait
By Rory Mellon published
After months of teasing, "Alien: Earth" just got its first proper trailer, and my already extreme hype levels have just increased to galaxy sized.

All ‘Predator’ movies ranked from best to worst
By Rory Mellon published
Back in 1987, the ultimate hunter was unleashed in "Predator," and since then, we've had numerous sequels. Here's the whole franchise ranked.

Netflix’s intense action-thriller series is back — and now is the perfect time to binge-watch
By Rory Mellon published
"Criminal Code" season 2 just arrived on Netflix and it's a gripping cops-and-robbers thriller, and now is the best time to binge the whole series.

5 best single-location thrillers on Netflix — stream these gripping movies now
By Rory Mellon published
I've always loved thriller movies set in a single location, and I've just found 5 gripping examples that you can stream on Netflix right now.

Netflix just got a Brad Pitt action-thriller movie you (probably) haven't seen — and it also stars Harrison Ford
By Rory Mellon last updated
"The Devil's Own" is now streaming on Netflix, and this action-thriller stars Brad Pitt and Harrison Ford. But its uneven quality is a problem.

9 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu and more (June 3-9)
By Rory Mellon published
This week is one of the biggest of the year for new movies arriving across streaming services, with plenty of new films you'll want to watch now.

I thought Elden Ring Nightreign was a flop at first — here’s the one thing that made me love it
By Rory Mellon published
I was ready to quit Elden Ring Nightreign until I made one key change to the way I was playing. And it completely flipped my experience.

3 best new Netflix movies you (probably) missed this month
By Rory Mellon published
Netflix added dozens of new movies in May 2025, but these three must-watch flicks flew a little under the radar. Make sure to watch them now.

Prime Video top 10 movies — here’s the 3 worth watching right now
By Rory Mellon published
The Prime Video top 10 currently includes a charming family adventure, an inspirational sports biopic and multiple "Mission: Impossible" movies.

Netflix just added a wild mystery movie with Nicolas Cage — and it’s 97% Rotten Tomatoes
By Rory Mellon published
"Pig" packs one of Nicolas Cage's best performances in decades, and it's just arrived on Netflix and staked a spot in the streamer's top 10.
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