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The MatchWatch Blog — United Kingdom

Movie nights, made easy.

Streaming guides, picks and tips for UK couples, families and flatmates.

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What to Watch5 min

Football Movies and Shows to Stream Around the 2026 World Cup

Five weeks of football start June 11. Eight picks for the match days, the rest days, and the half of the couch that never asked for any of this.

Jun 10, 2026
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Behind the Scenes4 min

We Just Launched MatchWatch on Product Hunt

MatchWatch is live on Product Hunt today. Here is what we shipped, why we built it, and what happens if you want to see it on the leaderboard.

Apr 30, 2026
Tips & Tricks6 min

How MatchWatch Works: From First Swipe to Movie Night in 5 Minutes

Five minutes from sign-in to swiping. No download, no credit card, works on any device. Here is exactly what happens in each one.

Apr 23, 2026
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What to Watch7 min

Did It Age Well? Five Films from 10-20 Years Ago, Revisited

Five films from the 2007 to 2011 window, currently streaming, viewed through 2026 eyes. The film you remember and the film that exists are not always the same one.

Apr 23, 2026
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Family Night4 min

Family Movie Night Ideas for Every Age Group

The eight-year-old wants Encanto again, the teen is rolling their eyes, the adults want to sit down. Family movie night ideas that hold up across age gaps.

Apr 23, 2026
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Family Night5 min

Best Family Movies on Disney+ Right Now That Won't Bore the Adults

Eight family films currently on Disney+ that actually hold adult attention, from Inside Out 2 to The Emperor's New Groove. Grouped by the kind of Friday night you are having.

Apr 23, 2026
Tips & Tricks4 min

What to Watch When There's Too Much to Watch

Four streaming services, one TV, zero agreement. Here is how a what to watch app cuts through the scroll and gets you both to press play.

Apr 23, 2026
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What to Watch5 min

The Best TV Shows to Watch in April 2026 (Top 5)

A new Boys. A new Beef. A new Euphoria. Five big returns fighting for your sofa this month, ranked.

Apr 22, 2026
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What to Watch14 min

Best Movie Apps for Couples in 2026, Honestly Ranked

Seven apps, six criteria, one clear winner and an honest look at the runners-up. No shilling, no sponsored placements.

Apr 18, 2026
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Tips & Tricks4 min

Stop Arguing About What to Watch. MatchWatch Has You Covered.

Every couple knows the feeling. It's Friday night, the couch is calling, and thirty minutes disappear into the scroll. Here's how MatchWatch ends that conversation for good.

Apr 13, 2026
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What to Watch5 min

The Best Action Movies on Streaming Right Now That Are Actually Worth Your Time

Not every action movie deserves two hours of your life. These ones do.

Apr 16, 2026
Tips & Tricks5 min

How to Get the Most Out of MatchWatch in Five Minutes

There are features sitting one tap away that will completely change how fast you find something to watch. Here's the full rundown.

Apr 15, 2026
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What to Watch6 min

What to Watch Tonight. Fresh Picks Across Every Streaming Platform

Bored of the same titles cycling through every recommendation list? Here are picks you might have overlooked, skipped past, or simply never heard of.

Apr 14, 2026
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Family Night5 min

Best Family Movies on Netflix Right Now Everyone Will Actually Watch

Seven family films on Netflix that hold up across ages, from The Wild Robot to Matilda the Musical. Grouped by the kind of Friday night you are having.

Apr 10, 2026
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Date Night3 min

10 Shows Couples Who Disagree on Everything Can Both Enjoy

One wants crime. The other wants comedy. These picks somehow satisfy both, without compromise feeling like losing.

Apr 7, 2026
What to Watch5 min

What's New on Disney+, Netflix & Prime This Week Worth Watching

The freshest drops across every major streaming platform, sorted by what's actually worth your time.

Apr 6, 2026
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Tips & Tricks3 min

How to Use MatchWatch's Pick For Me Roulette When You Still Can't Decide

You've got five matches. You've been staring at them for ten minutes. Here's the feature that ends the standoff.

Apr 3, 2026
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Date Night3 min

The Best Rom-Coms on Streaming Right Now for a Proper Date Night In

Skip the algorithm. Here are the rom-coms actually worth clearing your Friday night for in 2026.

Mar 30, 2026

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