Apple TV+ launched this morning. Costing $4.99 per month (or free to anyone who buys a new iPhone, iPad, Apple TV or Mac), the subscription service brings Apple’s eagerly anticipated original TV shows to anyone who wants to watch them.
But what exactly does the service feature so far? And what’s the timeline for the release of Apple’s other shows? Check out our rundown.
Apple TV+ shows available now
Apple launched with full seasons of some Apple TV+ shows and partial seasons of others. Check out trailers and Apple’s show descriptions for more info on what subscribers can stream immediately.
The Morning Show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eA7D4_qU9jo
“Pull back the curtain on early morning TV. Starring Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston, and Steve Carell, this unapologetically candid drama looks at the modern workplace through the lens of the people who help America wake up.”
First three episodes currently available. New episodes will arrive each week. You can read my review of the debut episode here.
See
“A virus has decimated humankind. Those who survived emerged blind. Jason Momoa stars as the father of twins born centuries later with the mythic ability to see — who must protect his tribe against a threatened queen. Alfre Woodward also stars.”
First three episodes currently available. New episodes will arrive each week.
Dickinson
“Hailee Steinfeld stars as Emily Dickinson. Poet. Daughter. Total rebel. In this coming-of-age story, Emily’s determined to become the world’s greatest poet.”
All 10 episodes of the show’s first season currently available.
For All Mankind
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3RjayAF0b4
“Imagine a world where the global space race never ended. This ‘what if’ take on history from Ronald D. Moore (Outlander, Battlestar Galactica) spotlights the lives of NASA astronauts — the heroes and rock stars of their time — and their families.”
First three episodes currently available. New episodes will arrive each week.
The Elephant Queen
“Embark on an epic journey of family, courage, and coming home. Join Athena, the majestic matriarch, as she leads her elephant herd across unforgiving African landscape. Narrated by Chiwetel Eiofor. Official selection of TIFF and Sundance.”
One-off, feature-length documentary currently available.
Helpsters
“Meet Cody and the Helpsters, a team of vibrant monsters who love to solve problems. Whether it’s planning a party, climbing a mountain, or mastering a magic trick, the Helpsters can figure anything out — because everything starts with a plan.”
All six episodes of the show’s first season currently available.
Ghostwriter
“When a ghost haunts a neighborhood bookstore and starts releasing fictional characters into the real world, four kids must team up to solve an exciting mystery surrounding the ghost’s unfinished business.”
All seven episodes of the show’s first season currently available.
Snoopy in Space
“Blast off with Snoopy as he fulfills his dream to become a NASA astronaut. Joined by Charlie Brown and the rest of the Peanuts gang, Snoopy takes command of the International Space Station and explores the moon and beyond.”
All 12 episodes of the show’s first season currently available.
Oprah’s Book Club
“Get a front row seat for unguarded conversations with incredible authors. Each episode features a book handpicked by Oprah, along with an interview about issues that it brings to light. It’s a book club for today’s world — a window to other worlds.”
First episode currently available. New episodes will arrive each week.
Apple TV+ shows coming soon
Servant
“From M. Night Shyamalan, Servant follows a Philadelphia couple in mourning after an unspeakable tragedy creates a rift in their marriage and opens the door for a mysterious force to enter their home.”
Series coming to Apple TV+ starting November 28.
Hala
“Meet 17-year-old Hala (Geraldine Viswanathan), who struggles to balance being a suburban teenager with her traditional Muslim upbringing. As she comes into her own, Hala finds herself grappling with a secret that threatens to unravel her family.”
Feature-length movie “coming soon.”
Truth Be Told
“Descend into the world of true-crime podcasts. New evidence compels podcaster Poppy Parnell (Octavia Spencer) to reopen the murder case that made her a media sensation. Aaron Paul stars as the man she may have wrongfully put behind bars.”
Series coming to Apple TV+ starting December 6.
How do I subscribe to Apple TV+?
Check out my Cult of Mac colleague Charlie Sorrel’s handy “how to” guide here.
