Apple TV+ has had several hit shows so far this year, but there’s a lot more on the way.It’s still early, so Apple likely has more announcements planned for summer TV+ releases.But with the summer movie season in full swing and schools starting to let out, here’s an early look at what Apple TV+ has planned for the months ahead.
May Murderbot When: What: Genre: Based on Martha Wells’ bestselling Hugo and Nebula Award-winning book series, “Murderbot” is a sci-fi thriller/comedy about a self-hacking security construct who is horrified by human emotion yet drawn to its vulnerable clients.Murderbot must hide its free will and complete a dangerous assignment when all it really wants is to be left alone to watch futuristic soap operas and figure out its place in the universe.Deaf President Now! When: What: Genre: “Deaf President Now!” recounts the eight days of historic protests held at Gallaudet University in 1988 after the school’s board of trustees appointed a hearing president over several very qualified Deaf candidates.
After a week of rallies, boycotts and protests, the students of Gallaudet University triumph as the hearing president resigns and beloved dean Dr.I.King Jordan becomes the university’s first Deaf president.
The protests marked a pivotal moment in civil rights history, with an impact that extended well beyond the Gallaudet campus, and paved the way for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Fountain of Youth When: What: Genre: “Fountain of Youth” follows two estranged siblings (John Krasinski and Academy Award winner Natalie Portman) who partner on a global heist to find the mythological Fountain of Youth.They must use their knowledge of history to follow clues on an epic adventure that will change their lives … and possibly lead to immortality.
Bono: Stories of Surrender When: What: Genre: “Bono: Stories of Surrender” is a vivid reimagining of Bono’s critically acclaimed one-man stage show, “Stories of Surrender: An Evening of Words, Music and Some Mischief…” As he pulls back the curtain on a remarkable life and the family, friends and faith that have challenged and sustained him, he also reveals personal stories about his journey as a son, father, husband, activist and rock star.Along with never-before-seen, exclusive footage from the tour, the film features Bono performing many of the iconic U2 songs that have shaped his life and legacy.Lulu Is a Rhinoceros When: What: Genre: “Lulu Is a Rhinoceros” — that’s who she sees when she looks in the mirror.
On a quest to spread kindness, the family musical special follows fun-loving Lulu as she embarks on the adventure of a lifetime, powered by new friends, courage and catchy songs! June Stick When: What: Genre: ”Stick” is a new golf comedy series created by Jason Keller and starring and executive produced by Owen Wilson.Wilson stars as Pryce Cahill, an over-the-hill, ex-pro golfer whose career was derailed prematurely 20 years ago.After the collapse of his marriage and getting fired from his job at an Indiana sporting goods store, Pryce hedges his bets, and future, entirely on a troubled 17-year-old golf phenom named Santi (Peter Dager).
“Stick” is a heartfelt, feel-good comedy about a found family and their relationships set within the world of golf as it has never been shown before.Echo Valley When: What: Genre: In the edge-of-your-seat thriller “Echo Valley,” Kate (Oscar winner Julianne Moore) is a mother struggling to make peace with her troubled daughter Claire (multi-Emmy nominee Sydney Sweeney) — a situation that becomes even more perilous when Claire shows up on Kate’s doorstep, hysterical and covered in someone else’s blood.As Kate pieces together the shocking truth of what happened, she learns just how far a mother will go to try to save her child in this gripping tale of love, sacrifice and survival from BAFTA-winning director Michael Pearce and Emmy-nominated writer Brad Ingelsby.
Not a Box When: What: Genre: ”Not a Box” features the creative Riley, a bright-eyed bunny with a big imagination who loves crafting make-believe worlds out of simple cardboard — and meeting new friends along the way.Based on the award-winning book series by Antoinette Portis.The Buccaneers (season 2) When: What: Genre: In the first season of “The Buccaneers,” a group of fun-loving young American girls exploded into the tightly corseted London of the 1870s…setting hearts racing and kicking off an Anglo-American culture clash.
Now the Buccaneers are no longer the invaders – England is their home.In fact they’re practically running the place.Nan is the Duchess of Tintagel, the most influential woman in the country.
Conchita is Lady Brightlingsea, heroine to a wave of young American heiresses.And Jinny is on every front-page, wanted for the kidnap of her unborn child.All of the girls have been forced to grow up and now have to fight to be heard, as they wrestle with romance, lust, jealousy, births and deaths… themes consuming all women of any age, no matter what year it is.
Last time we got a taste of England.This time we’re in for a veritable feast Smoke When: What: Genre: Inspired by true events, “Smoke” follows a troubled detective and an enigmatic arson investigator as they pursue the trails of two serial arsonists.July Foundation (season 3) When: What: Genre: Based on the award-winning novels by Isaac Asimov, “Foundation” chronicles a band of exiles on their monumental journey to save humanity and rebuild civilization amid the fall of the Galactic Empire.
The Wild Ones When: What: Genre: Fronted by former Royal Marines Commando and expedition lead Aldo Kane, wildlife and camera trap expert Declan Burley, and ecological storyteller and wildlife cinematographer Vianet Djenguet, “The Wild Ones” blends rugged field adventure with groundbreaking science and conservation.The team traverses six countries — Malaysia, Mongolia, Armenia, Indonesia, Canada and Gabon — deploying next-generation camera technology to capture rare and often first-ever footage of elusive species, including the Malayan tiger, Gobi bear, Caucasian leopard, Javan rhino, North Atlantic right whale and Western lowland gorilla.Acapulco (season 4) When: What: Genre: In season four of “Acapulco,” present-day Máximo (Derbez) works tirelessly to restore Las Colinas to its former glory before the grand reopening.
In 1986, when a competitor claims the number one spot in the annual ranking of Acapulco’s “Best Hotels,” young Máximo (Arrizon) will do whatever it takes to get back on top and secure Las Colinas’ future.August Chief of War When: What: Genre: Performed by a predominantly Polynesian cast led by Jason Momoa, “Chief of War” follows the epic and unprecedented telling of the unification and colonization of Hawai‘i at the turn of the 18th century.The ensemble cast includes Luciane Buchanan, Temuera Morrison, Te Ao o Hinepehinga, Cliff Curtis, newcomer Kaina Makua, Moses Goods, Siua Ikale‘o, Brandon Finn, James Udom, Mainei Kinimaka and Te Kohe Tuhaka.
TBD Summer Apple has confirmed these are launching this summer, but no specific date has been set.Slow Horses (season 5) When: What: Genre: “Slow Horses,” a darkly funny espionage drama, follows a team of British intelligence agents who serve in a dumping ground department of MI5 due to their career-ending mistakes.Led by their brilliant but irascible leader, the notorious Jackson Lamb (Academy Award winner Gary Oldman), they navigate the espionage world’s smoke and mirrors to defend England from sinister forces.
The Morning Show (season 4) “The Morning Show” explores the cutthroat world of morning news and the lives of the people who help America wake up in the morning.Platonic (season 2) When: What: Genre: “Platonic” follows a platonic pair of former best friends approaching midlife (Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne) who reconnect after a long rift.The duo’s friendship becomes all consuming—and destabilizes their lives in a hilarious way. Apple TV+ is available for $9.99 per month and features hit TV shows and movies like Ted Lasso, Severance, The Morning Show, Silo, and Shrinking.
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