Randy Harward
Randy Harward is a Senior Staff Writer at CableTV.com with 25+ years of experience covering music, film, and TV. A former editor for HARP, Blurt, and Salt Lake City Weekly, Randy has contributed to more than 20 publications, including Guitar World, Salt Lake Magazine, and CMJ New Music Monthly. He currently curates CableTV.com’s "What to Watch This Week" column and serves as the site’s resident horror expert—a specialized guide for fellow "couch creatures" looking for their next binge-watch (or a good scare).
Late-Night TV Show Lineups This Week: Kimmel, Fallon, Meyers, and More (July 13–19)
by Randy Harward | Jul 13, 2026 | Entertainment, How to Watch
Can’t go to sleep until you’ve had your late-night laughs? We feel you. Here’s this week’s couch lineups for “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” and the rest of the after-hours comedy crew.
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How Much Does a Movie Ticket Cost in 2026? State-by-State Prices and Date Night Totals.
by Randy Harward | Jul 10, 2026 | Entertainment, Featured, Industry News, Outreach
How much will a movie ticket cost you in 2026. We analyzed movie theater pricing data in every state and found that the average movie ticket costs $16.30.
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Open the Hatch! How To Watch the Alien Movies in Chronological and Release Order
by Randy Harward | Jul 10, 2026 | Entertainment, Horror, Listicles
Ready for an Alien movie marathon? Our guide tells you how to watch all the Alien movies in chronological and release order, including 2024’s Alien: Romulus.
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Streaming Bundle Deals: Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, and More
by Randy Harward | Jul 9, 2026 | Reviews, Streaming
In this article, I share my thoughts on the best streaming bundle deals, some of which even include internet service for that nostalgia hit. I also provide tips for creating your own streaming bundles.
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What To Watch This Week: Stream Our Top 7 TV and Movie Picks (July 6–12)
by Randy Harward | Jul 6, 2026 | What to Watch
Relax this week with top TV picks for HBO Max, Netflix, Peacock, Prime Video, Shudder, and more! Discover what to watch this week!
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What To Watch This Week: Stream Our Top 7 TV and Movie Picks (June 29–July 5)
by Randy Harward | Jun 29, 2026 | What to Watch
Relax this week with top TV picks for Apple TV, Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, Netflix, Prime Video, and more! Discover what to watch this week!
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17 Best Returning Shows of 2026: Your Ultimate Premiere Guide
by Randy Harward | Jun 26, 2026 | Entertainment, Industry News, Listicles
It’s finally over! The wait for your favorite shows is ending in 2026. From the halls of Sacred Heart in the Scrubs revival to the queasy drama of Euphoria, we’ve got the premiere dates for the 17 most anticipated returning shows of the year. Here’s your 2026 binge-watching calendar!
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DIRECTV Streaming vs. DIRECTV Satellite: Live Streaming or Satellite TV Service – Which Is Better For You?
by Randy Harward | Jun 26, 2026 | Industry News, Reviews, Streaming, TV
DIRECTV’s streaming and satellite products both have some excellent features, but they’re both way too expensive to be worth it for most folks. Forced to choose one over the other, we’d pick DIRECTV’s streaming plans since they’re the most flexible (no contract means an easier escape) and avoid DIRECTV’s ridiculous second-year price hike.
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Three Shows, Seven Kingdoms, Twelve Seasons: How to Watch ‘Game of Thrones’ and Its Spinoffs
by Randy Harward | Jun 22, 2026 | Entertainment
Wondering how to watch Game of Thrones in order? We’ve done the research to map out both timelines, all spinoffs, and your exact 92-hour binge schedule!
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What To Watch This Week: Stream Our Top 7 TV and Movie Picks (June 22–28)
by Randy Harward | Jun 22, 2026 | What to Watch
Relax this week with top TV picks for Apple TV, Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, Netflix, Paramount+, and more! Discover what to watch this week!
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