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Apple TV+ offers a wide variety of shows that are bound to keep the audience hooked. The streamer is known for its critically acclaimed shows, which have not only swept awards but have also been embraced by the viewers.
From sci-fi series to historical dramas, the streaming platform houses content belonging to various genres, which makes it ideal for everyone. With names like Gary Oldman and Cate Blanchett, there is no dearth of star power on the streamer as well.
Over the years, shows like Slow Horses and Severance have become immensely popular, and viewers keep waiting for their new seasons. Here are seven top trending shows on Apple TV+, which you can check out right away.
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7 top trending shows trending on Apple TV+
1) Silo (2023-Present)
Silo premiered on Apple TV+ in May 2023 and is currently in its second season. Based on Hugh Howey’s eponymous novel series, the dystopian sci-fi show tells the story of Juliette Nichols, who lives in an underground silo as the outside world has been deemed unfit for life.
As Juliette starts to uncover the mystery of the silos, she realizes everything might be a part of a conspiracy. With its mysterious vibe, gripping narrative, and strong performances, Silo has become one of the most-watched shows on Apple TV+.
Created by Graham Yost, the series stars Rebecca Ferguson as Juliette Nichols, along with Rashida Jones, David Oyelowo, Common, Tim Robbins, Harriet Walter, Avi Nash, and Rick Gomez. Owing to the positive response, the show has already been renewed for third and fourth seasons.
2) Shrinking (2023-Present)
Shrinking is counted among the most heartwarming shows of recent times. The comedy-drama chronicles the life of Jimmy Laird, who is grieving the death of his wife. As a coping mechanism, he becomes exceedingly interested in his patients’ lives, which changes his own outlook toward life.
With the perfect blend of humor, emotional moments, and familial themes, the show earned a place among the Top Ten Television Programs list curated by the American Film Institute Awards. The series was created by Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein along with Jason Segel, who also plays the lead role of Jimmy Laird.
The rest of the cast includes Harrison Ford, Jessica Williams, Luke Tennie, Lukita Maxwell, Michael Urie, Christa Miller, and Ted McGinley. Shrinking has so far aired two seasons on Apple TV+, and a third installment is confirmed to be on the way.
3) Severance (2022-Present)
This psychological thriller series premiered on Apple TV+ in 2022 and was able to keep the audience on the edge of their seats throughout its first season. Starring Adam Scott, the show follows Lumon Industries, a fictional organization, that implants a chip in their employees’ heads to separate their professional memories from their personal lives.
However, the employees soon realize the program is not just about separating their memories, and that the organization has some hidden ulterior motives. Scott plays Mark Scout, an employee at the company, and is joined by Zach Cherry, Britt Lower, Tramell Tillman, Jen Tullock, and Dichen Lachman.
Severance season 1 earned 14 nod nominations at the Primetime Emmy Awards 2022. After a long wait of three years, the show is returning with its second season on Apple TV+ on January 17, 2025.
4) Ted Lasso (2020-2023)
Ted Lasso has been one of the top trending shows on Apple TV+ since its inception in 2020. The sports comedy-drama revolves around the titular college football coach, who is hired to coach the AFC Richmond, a fictional Premier League team.
With his unconventional methods, Ted wins over his team and its management, and prepares them for the tournament, facing several challenges along the way. The show has received praise for its impressive story, comic moments, and inspiring theme, which also earned it a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Series.
The series stars Jason Sudeikis in the lead role of Ted. He also developed the series with Bill Lawrence, Brendan Hunt, and Joe Kelly. The cast also includes Hannah Waddingham, Jeremy Swift, Phil Dunster, Nick Mohammed, Sarah Niles, Juno Temple, and Brett Goldstein.
After a glorious run of three seasons, Ted Lasso concluded in 2023. However, there are reports of the show returning for a fourth season, which is yet to be confirmed.
5) Bad Sisters (2022-2024)
Bad Sisters is an award-winning black comedy series that is known for its perfect blend of mystery, thrill, and humor. The show follows five sisters: Eva, Grace, Ursula, Bibi, and Becka, who plan the murder of Grace’s abusive husband, John Paul.
When John is killed, the five are investigated by insurance agents, which leads to the uncovering of some dark secrets. The show stars Sharon Horgan as Eva, Anne-Marie Duff as Grace, Eva Birthistle as Ursula, Sarah Greene as Bibi, Eve Hewson as Becka, and Claes Bang as John Paul.
The show was developed by Sharon along with Dave Finkel and Brett Baer. It won the British Academy Television Award for Best Drama Series in 2023. The show has so far aired two seasons, while the renewal confirmation for the third season is awaited.
6) Slow Horses (2022-Present)
Slow Horses is not only one of the top trending shows but also one of the longest-running series on Apple TV+. The British spy thriller show is an adaptation of Mick Herron’s novel series Slough House.
Created by comedian and screenwriter Will Smith, the show follows Slough House, a dysfunctional team of MI5, which comprises agents who have messed up. They are given boring and dead-end tasks that nobody finds interesting and are expected to quit from sheer frustration.
However, these misfits encounter some dangerous cases that could threaten Britain, and prove their worth. Gary Oldman stars in the show as Jackson Lamb, the bitter and rude head of Slough House.
He is accompanied by Jack Lowden, Kristin Scott Thomas, Sophie Okonedo, Jonathan Pryce, and Hugo Weaving. The Emmy-nominated series is famous for its fresh take on the espionage genre. It has aired four seasons till now and has been renewed for two more seasons.
7) Disclaimer (2024)
Disclaimer is a miniseries based on Renée Knight’s eponymous 2015 novel. The psychological thriller show revolves around Catherine Ravenscroft, a documentary journalist, who finds a novel in which she is surprisingly the protagonist.
As the book reveals some buried secrets of her past, Catherine races against time to protect her reputation. Written and created by Alfonso Cuarón, the show stars Cate Blanchett in the role of Catherine Ravenscroft.
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The ensemble also includes Kevin Kline, Lesley Manville, Sacha Baron Cohen, Louis Partridge, Indira Varma, and Kodi Smit-McPhee. Like other Apple TV+ shows, Disclaimer has also received critical acclaim. The show is lauded for its intriguing narrative and cast’s performances.
So go ahead and binge these trending shows on Apple TV+. For more news and updates, keep following Soap Central.
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