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The Best Shows To Watch On Apple TV+ Now
Stop scrolling, start watching.
So much to stream, so little time… These days, it can be near impossible to decide what to watch in such a platform-saturated market. But increasingly vying for our attention is streamer Apple TV+, which features an impressive range of original shows and familiar favourites that will keep you hooked for your next binge session and beyond.
There are new shows to discover, including Palm Royale, the fun and frothy new comedy-drama starring Kristen Wiig; well-known favourites including Bad Sisters and Lessons In Chemistry; and gripping crime series like Truth Be Told and Criminal Record.
So in aid of avoiding the infinite doom scroll to find something to watch, consider this your guide to the best shows on Apple TV+ to watch now.
Palm Royale
It’s honestly worth watching this comedy-drama starring Kristen Wiig (Bridesmaids) for the kaleidoscope of glam 1960s costumes alone. The sun-drenched story is also fun; it follows Maxine Simmons (Wiig) as she attempts to break into Palm Beach high society, circa 1969. The all-star cast features a brilliantly menacing Allison Janney, alongside Laura Dern, Ricky Martin and model-turned-actor Kaia Gerber.
Truth Be Told
A must-watch for any fans of the true crime genre, this award-winning drama sees new evidence compel podcast host Poppy Parnell (Octavia Spencer) to reopen the murder case that made her famous. She comes face to face with the man she may have mistakenly put behind bars in an investigation that covers concerns about privacy, the media and race.
Lessons In Chemistry
The TV adaptation of Bonnie Garmus's bestselling 2022 novel of the same name, Lessons In Chemistry tells the tale of unforgettable protagonist Elizabeth Zott. In 1950s America, Zott's considerable skill as a scientist is encumbered by sexist societal norms. She accepts a job presenting a TV cooking show and sets out to teach an entire nation of overlooked housewives far more than kitchen skills.
Slow Horses
This quick-witted spy-drama is one of Apple TV+'s most-watched shows for a very good reason. It's as gripping as the best spy shows out there, yet filled with a dry humour that makes it endlessly watchable. The series (three so far) follow a dysfunctional team of MI5 agents dubbed the 'Slow Horses' as they try to defend England from various sinister forces.
Bad Sisters
Created by Sharon Horgan (Catastrophe), who also stars, this black comedy series features Garvey sisters Eva, Ursula, Bibi, Becka and Grace. The latter's abusive husband, JP, who the sisters hate, is pronounced dead in the first episode, and the series follows the investigation of two life insurers trying to solve the case. Did the sisters conspire to kill JP?
Loot
After divorcing her husband of 20 years, Molly Novak (Maya Rudolph) receives an $87 billion settlement. She re-engages with her charitable foundation and reconnects with the real world – finding herself along the way. An intriguing and entertaining tale of wealth and redemption.
Hijack
Idris Elba stars in this gripping series about a flight from Dubai to London that gets hijacked. Sam Nelson (Elba) is a corporate negotiator who tries to use his professional experience to save everyone on board – but it's a high-risk plan. One for those who like edge-of-their-seat thrills.
Criminal Record
A tense series set in London, Criminal Record centres on an anonymous call that draws two detectives – played by Cush Jumbo and Peter Capaldi – back to a case that appears to have been a miscarriage of justice. The leads are excellent, while the historic murder conviction allows for the exploration of a polarised Britain.
Ted Lasso
If you're looking for something uplifting, funny and moving, consider Ted Lasso a safe bet. It follows an American football coach (Jason Sudeikis) who is hired to manage a British team and is surprisingly successful thanks to his tirelessly upbeat attitude. This will appeal to those who aren't fans of football as well as those who love the game.
Shining Girls
This unsettling look at how a traumatic experience can ripple throughout a life stars Elisabeth Moss as an aspiring journalist named Kirby Mazrachi. She was left for dead in a brutal attack, but the culprit was never found, until she learns that a recent murder is linked to her assault and teams up with a veteran reporter.
The New Look
This thrilling biographical drama series tells the story of how designer Christian Dior and his contemporaries – including Coco Chanel, Pierre Balmain and Cristóbal Balenciaga – navigated World War II and launched modern fashion. A fascinating tale of high fashion, rivalry and war.
The Morning Show
Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon star as two news anchors on an American news network in this candid drama about the cut-throat world of modern news. The pair juggle high-drama jobs with tumultuous personal lives, and the series has attracted a sweep of awards in the process.
Foundation
This show is based on the award-winning novels of famed science fiction writer Isaac Asimov. It's set in a future in which humans have colonised the galaxy in the Galactic Empire – which is now crumbling. The series chronicles a group of exiles on an epic journey to save humanity.
The Reluctant Traveller
Go on an adventure with award-winning actor – and nervous traveller – Eugene Levy in this travel docu-series. He explores off-the-beaten-track locations in Europe and pushes himself out of his comfort zone, discovering great beauty and intrigue along the way.
Masters of the Air
Starring Austin Butler (Elvis) and Barry Keoghan (Saltburn) among others, this star-studded, big budget series was produced by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks. It takes place during World War II, when a group of American airmen risked their lives undertaking aerial missions. More than a decade in the making, it's received rave reviews from critics and viewers alike.
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