Apple may have taken its time entering the streaming world, but since 2019 it’s made up for lost time with star-studded original shows featuring big names such as Jake Gyllenhaal. With groundbreaking formats and unforgettable actors such as him starring, these shows are truly must-watchs.
From epic sci-fi like For All Mankind to high-octane thrillers such as Silo, there’s something out there to satisfy every genre fanatic.
What are the best shows on apple tv?
Apple TV Plus’ impressive lineup of high-profile productions and intelligent scripts make its OTT platform hard to ignore. Home of some of the finest original series such as For All Mankind and Silo as well as heartwarming dramas like Ted Lasso starring Jason Sudeikis, its presence cannot be denied.
Pachinko stands out among these films with its tearjerker family drama about Korean immigrants, led by Sunja, whose strong performance earned her a Golden Globe nomination. Following its tremendous success, a second season has already been announced!
Foundation, a cinematic space drama adapted from Isaac Asimov’s classic book series, offers fans of dark sci-fi an immersive cinematic space drama experience. Jared Harris stars as Nostradamus-like rebel leader while Lee Pace depicts various ruthless Emperors with each episode taking inspiration from Asimov’s books.
The Walking Dead
Apple entered the streaming market with its own service in 2019 and quickly made a name for itself by producing high-quality original series. Their extensive library boasts big-budget sci-fi titles like For All Mankind and Silo (meaning “a silo full of people”) as well as riveting thrillers such as Dark Matter and Severance that cater for everyone’s entertainment.
But Apple TV Plus really shines with comedy and drama offerings, such as Ted Lasso – one of the heartwarming yet hilarious comedies out there that has put Apple TV Plus on the map and remains one of the best series available.
Hailee Steinfeld gives a stunning performance as Emily Dickinson in the drama Dickinson on Apple TV+, an inspiring story of one woman defying time to live the life they want to lead. Furthermore, Cate Blanchett stars in Disclaimer, an action drama featuring Cate as a documentary filmmaker who receives what appears to be an autobiography about herself from Alfonso Cuaron of Gravity and Roma fame – who directs alongside an outstanding cast including Kevin Kline and Sacha Baron Cohen!
Game of Thrones
Apple has rapidly established itself as a powerful player in streaming TV. Their inaugural show Dickinson offers an amusing take on poet Emily Dickinson (Hailee Steinfeld). Its clever commentary about time and place make the series timeless. Similarly, in 2019 Apple also premiered Dark Matter; an exciting sci-fi series which takes place after an alien invasion.
Due to Netflix’s generosity for major filmmakers, several award-winning shows have emerged such as Swagger – an intense drama depicting the trials and tribulations of aspiring sports superstardom – and Disclaimer, written and directed by Alfonso Cuaron (Rampart, Gravity). Disclaimer stars Cate Blanchett in her role as journalist who discovers she’s been the focus of an online book which appears to be about her; visually impressive scenes include O’Shea Jackson Jr, Isaiah Hill Shinelle Azoroh and Quvenzhane Wallis all at their peak performance levels!
The Big Bang Theory
Apple entered the streaming arena with a stunning lineup of original series in 2019, including The Big Bang Theory starring Johnny Galecki and Jim Parsons as Caltech physicists Sheldon Cooper and Leonard Hofstadter respectively. Since its premiere, this hit show has become an institution, including spinoffs such as Young Sheldon and its latest season; prequel Georgie & Mandy will follow them back even further!
Dark Matter, with its compelling story of parallel universes and the dangers associated with trying to change them, is another sci-fi highlight available on Netflix. Starring Adam Scott, Zach Cherry, Britt Lower, and John Turturro respectively – it luxuriates in world building to an extraordinary degree and sets its own rules.
Slow Horses is another premium Apple TV series and sports drama that follows Ted Lasso as he travels from America to England to manage soccer team Richmond FC. Filmed by two of today’s finest cinematographers, it provides both heartwarming drama as well as humorous moments for viewers.
The Voice
Apple has demonstrated its willingness to spend big to attract top creative talent to its original shows, which has resulted in some of the finest sci-fi like Foundation and Severance as well as strong thrillers like Slow Horses. Apple also secured heartfelt dramas such as Swagger, which is an exceptional family story; as well as two feature-length documentaries about Steve Martin which were twofold feature documentaries in one!
Platonic, featuring Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen, will never fail to bring on a laugh! Though perhaps not as profound as some other comedies on this list, Platonic remains one of the funniest Apple TV series out there today.
Dark Matter’s science-fiction world is as captivating and immersive as it is captivating, with Adam Scott and the cast making the most out of its unique premise. Its philosophical ideas about time and life make for thought-provoking viewing – making for an absolutely captivating yet exciting show you don’t want to miss.
