Mishal Zafar
Culture/Entertainment Reporter
Sci-fi and horror expert
Mishal Ali Zafar is an experienced culture and entertainment reporter who has been writing professionally since 2017. Now a contributing writer for Thought Catalog's TV/Movie vertical, Mishal has worked as a staff writer and contributor for numerous publications, including Popsugar, Heavy, Showbiz Cheatsheet, Bustle, and Romper.
Mishal specializes in covering film, television, and the world of fandom, with an expertise in sci-fi, horror, and genre storytelling. She is an avid consumer of streaming content on platforms like Hulu, Netflix, Apple TV+, HBO Max, and Disney+.
Some of her favorite subjects to cover are Stephen King adaptations, Marvel and DC projects, and the work of director Mike Flanagan (she can wax poetic about the auteur's skill at crafting horror stories). Mishal is passionate about binge-watching the best of what TV has to offer.
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7 Beloved ’90s Teen Movies That Are Actually Corporate-Run Dystopias
Remember how ’90s teen movies were all about the clothes and the drama? Well, it turns out they were hiding something way darker.
5 Love Lessons I Learned From Bingeing Scottish Romance ‘Outlander’
Love means choosing each other every single day.
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Who knew these icons were so closely tied?
5 Modern ‘Dracula’ Movies That Finally Prove He’s Not Your Grandpa’s Vampire
These five movies reinvent the legendary Count, proving that modern Dracula is a monster for a new generation.
8 Love Lessons From ‘Emily in Paris’ That Are Très Magnifique
Perfect timing is a myth.
7 Movies That Predict What ‘Freedom Cities’ Ruled By Tech Billionaires Could Look Like
Should we let the technocrats run everything? These movies have the answer.
7 Netflix Spy Thrillers To Keep You On The Edge Of Your Seat
Netflix has racked up several amazing spy and conspiracy action series over the years.
10 Fabulous Life Lessons We Can All Learn From Moira Rose
Reinvention is always an option.
7 TV Shows To Watch To Inspire Your Ultimate Italian Escape
Planning a trip to Italy? Watch these shows for ideas.
The 5 Most Overrated Movie Endings That Everyone Pretends To Love
Here’s a love letter to all the movie fans who know a bad ending when they see one.
10 Netflix Shows That Gave Us The Best Advice Without Actually Trying
Prepare for your world to be changed for the better.
15 ‘Sex And The City’ Quotes That Prove Samantha Is The Ultimate Queen Of Confidence
“I love you, but I love me more.”
6 Movies To Watch When You Need To Feel Unstoppable
For every mountain you’re trying to climb, there’s a movie that proves you can do it.
10 Movies That’ll Ignite The Warrior Spirit Within
Channel your inner gladiator.
Superman’s Most Iconic Quotes Through the Decades
“Hope. That’s what the ‘S’ stands for.”
10 Lessons ‘Stranger Things’ Taught Us About Bravery And Friendship
Be loyal, even when it’s hard.
Watch These 10 Rom Coms When You Want Proof You Don’t Need A Man
We could all use a little more self-love.
Watch These Charming Musicals While You Wait For ‘Wicked: For Good’
‘Wicked: For Good’ comes out November 21, 2025. Here’s what you should watch while you wait.
