While looking for some of the best T.V. shows, most viewers expect a streamer to have something for everyone, and so does Apple TV+. Whether you're craving a hilarious drama, psychological thriller, or notable docuseries, the streamer won't disappoint.
Apple TV+ is gradually becoming one of the most popular streaming networks worldwide, with binge-worthy T.V. shows you cannot miss. Curious about what to watch in 2024? We've got you!
Best Apple TV+ shows to watch in 2024
Half of the year has already gone, with Apple TV+ releasing some of the best and most highly acclaimed T.V. shows that fans must watch. Below is the list to help you select which show would satisfy your craving.
1) Bad Monkey
Featuring Vince Vaughn in the leading role, Bad Monkey is one of the most popular and engaging 2024 T.V. shows on Apple TV+. It follows the story of Vaughn's Andrew Yancy, a former detective who was leading a normal life until a tourist discovered a severed arm while fishing, and now Andrew had to solve the case.
The series features comedic interactions and dark humor, and how can we forget the bad monkey? As Andrew delves deep into solving the case, he encounters challenging situations involving corruption, evil characters, and Florida's hidden reality.
The series is based on Carl Hiaasen's novel of the same name and is crafted by Bill Lawrence, known for his work in Ted Lasso and Shrinking on Apple TV+.
2) Presumed Innocent
Presumed Innocent is another hit Apple TV+ show starring Jake Gyllenhaal in the role of Rusty Sabich, who becomes a prime suspect in his colleague's and mistress' murder. The series is adapted from Scott Turow's best-selling novel, focusing on the trial against the murder of Carolyn Polhemus.
The show begins with the murder of Carolyn, who works as a prosecutor and has an affair with a married colleague. Rusty claims that he's innocent and didn't kill his mistress, and he has to navigate various challenges while proving himself innocent.
Though Rusty is declared not guilty, the revelation of the actual murderer will send shockwaves among viewers. Presumed Innocent is filled with mysteries and thrillers; you must not miss it.
3) Ted Lasso
Best known for its positive impact on the audience, Ted Lasso features Jason Sudeikis as Ted, an optimistic football coach with almost no knowledge of the game, hired by a clever woman to train the British soccer team.
The series touches on themes like comedy and optimism. Ted is hired by a woman with evil intentions to ruin the team his husband loves. However, the tables turn as Ted trains his team and brings unexpected success.
Being an American coach, Ted was seen training the English team, igniting several comedic interactions and engaging the series. His influence on the players played a major role in claiming their victory.
4) Slow Horses
Slow Horses is a spy drama series. It's beyond an average detective show, which only highlights the triumphant career of a detective and focuses mainly on solving chilling cases.
This Apple TV+ series stars Gary Oldman as Jackson Lamb, the leader of Slough House, a department consisting of detectives who were sidelined due to past mistakes.
The members of Slough House aren't allowed to work on big missions but are instead allowed to keep themselves busy with small tasks. While Lamb is tired and doesn't care about his job, a new member, played by Jack Lowden, is determined to prove himself and outshine detectives who are leading high-profile cases.
The series became so popular that Apple TV+ greenlit the fifth season even before the release of Slow Horses season 4.
5) Sunny
Sunny follows the journey of Suzie Sakamoto, played by Rashida Jones, who tragically loses her son and husband in a plane crash. However, soon after the two significant deaths, Suzie receives a huge robot as a gift, and little does she know it will change her life.
Suzie is an American who relocates to Japan to live with her husband after her family's death. However, things turn odd after Suzie discovers that her robot's strange and violent behavior is linked to what her husband was working on.
The series features lightheaded moments with a blend of tech mysteries, leading Suzie to investigate her husband's work.
6) Dark Matter
For sci-fi lovers, Dark Matter is another acclaimed Apple TV+ show to check out. It revolves around the different lives of Jason Dessen in various timelines. The series begins with Jason, a physics professor, being kidnapped and sent to a completely different reality where he's famous and more successful.
The titular character encounters various versions of himself and is confused about how to get back to the original world. Jason is a family-oriented man who longs to meet his wife and son, but the multiple timelines and Jason variants make it hard for the professor to land the original world.
7) Time Bandits
If you loved the original and iconic film Time Bandits, this T.V. series, a T.V. imagination of the film, is a must-watch! Adapted by one of the finest filmmakers, Taika Waititi, along with Jemaine Clement and Iain Morris, Time Bandits follows the story of an 11-year-old resilient boy named Kevin, who's passionate about history and joins forces with a team of thieves to save his parents.
Time Bandits arrived on Apple TV+ in July 2024 and starred Kudrow from F.R.I.E.N.D.S., who plays Penelope.
8) Women in Blue
The T.V. series WoT.V.in Blue is inspired by the true story of 'Las Azules,' four women who joined Mexico's first female police force. While the series doesn't entirely follow real-life events, it does feature four women: María, played by Bárbara Mori; Gabina, played by Amorita Rasgado; Ángeles, played by Ximena Sariñana; and Valentina, played by Natalia Téllez.
According to the official synopsis shared by the streamer:
"Set in 1970 and inspired by true events, “Women in Blue” (“Las Azules”) tells the story of four women who defy the ultraconservative norms of the time and join Mexico’s first female police force, only to discover that their squad is a publicity stunt to distract the media from a brutal serial killer"
Even though these females were used to distract the media, they secretly made a plan and got obsessed with catching the serial killer. The T.V. series highlights the determination of four women who try hard to achieve what the male officers failed to do.
9) Lady in the Lake
Lady in the Lake is among the best American thrillers you can stream on Apple TV+. The miniseries hit the streamer in July 2024 and has constantly injected viewers with curiosity.
Adapted from Laura Lippman's novel of the same name, Lady in the Lake tells the story of the unsolved murder case of a black woman whose dead body was discovered in a lake, followed by Natalie Portman's Maddie Schwartz trying to unveil what happened to the women.
10) The Morning Show
Featuring Jennifer Aniston as Alexandra 'Alex' Levy, a co-host, Reese Witherspoon, and Steve Carell in the leading roles, The Morning Show revolves around what happens behind the scenes of an acclaimed news program.
The Morning Show is in Australia and Indonesia. It begins with the firing of a male anchor over allegations of sexual misconduct and highlights the #MeToo movement in the organization.
The show also reflects on the impact of COVID-19 and how Aniston's Alex is trying to work with a new co-anchor. The Morning Show also shows the personal struggles of the employees and how the new network almost got ruined.
The series' success on Apple TV+ brought almost 27 Primetime Emmy Awards nominations, Aniston earning a Screen Actors Guild Award, and other nominations for her role. The Morning Show has three seasons and was greenlit for the next installment.
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