Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Apple TV+, Including ‘Severance’

Apple TV+ is stacked with fresh drops alongside buzzy originals that people are streaming right now. This lineup pulls first from the newest weekly arrivals you flagged, then rounds out the ten with current chart toppers from this week.

You will find historical epics, sci fi thrillers, and family favorites in the mix. Each pick below includes a quick look at the premise along with key cast and creative credits so you can zero in on what to start next.

‘Chief of War’ (2025)

‘Chief of War’ follows the unification of the Hawaiian Islands in the late eighteenth century through an Indigenous lens that focuses on chiefs, navigators, and foreign traders who shaped the era. The story tracks rival alliances and battles that set the stage for a new political order across the archipelago.

Jason Momoa stars and co created the series with Thomas Pa’a Sibbett with Apple Studios producing and Justin Chon contributing behind the camera. The production uses large scale location work and period design to stage the campaign that brings the islands together across a multi episode arc.

‘Smoke’ (2025–present)

‘Smoke’ centers on a city firehouse where calls range from structure fires to rescue operations and investigations that test judgment under pressure. The show follows the crew at work and at home as training, command, and teamwork hold the unit together when alarms sound.

Taron Egerton leads the cast with the series produced for Apple TV Plus by EDEN Productions. Episodes build around incident response while giving space to rookies and veterans whose choices carry through the season.

‘Stick’ (2025–present)

‘Stick’ follows a quick thinking lead who keeps getting pulled into complicated situations that ripple through his personal and professional circles. Each week he juggles obligations and predicaments that pull in friends, rivals, and new faces.

Owen Wilson headlines the ensemble with production by Propagate Content for Apple TV Plus. Rotating writers and directors shape the case of the week while maintaining a continuous character arc for the title role.

‘Shape Island’ (2023–present)

‘Shape Island’ brings Square, Circle, and Triangle to life in stop motion stories that turn small puzzles into chances to practice creativity and teamwork. Episodes follow the trio as they build, explore, and learn how to solve problems together.

The series is based on books by Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen with Apple TV Plus producing family friendly episodes that favor tactile sets and clear visual storytelling. Short chapters keep the focus on simple conflicts that younger viewers can follow with ease.

‘Invasion’ (2021–present)

‘Invasion’ tracks a global event through people on different continents whose lives change as an unknown presence arrives on Earth. The narrative threads move between countries and languages as separate stories begin to intersect.

The series is created by Simon Kinberg and David Weil for Apple TV Plus with Golshifteh Farahani, Shioli Kutsuna, and Shamier Anderson among the ensemble. Cinematic effects and location shoots support a season long structure that follows survival, communication efforts, and shifting alliances.

‘Platonic’ (2023–present)

‘Platonic’ follows two former best friends who reconnect in middle age and try to rebuild a friendship while balancing family and work. Their renewed bond creates ripple effects that complicate daily routines and old expectations.

The show is created by Nicholas Stoller and Francesca Delbanco and stars Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen with Luke Macfarlane and Tre Hale in support. Produced for Apple TV Plus by Sony Pictures Television, the half hour format blends single episode stories with a serialized thread across the season.

‘Stillwater’ (2020–present)

‘Stillwater’ is a gentle animated series about siblings who learn patience and perspective with help from their wise panda neighbor. Each story gives kids practical ways to name feelings and approach everyday challenges.

The series is based on the picture books by Jon J Muth with James Sie voicing Stillwater. Apple TV Plus presents calm, reflective episodes that pair soft visuals with music that matches the show’s thoughtful tone.

‘Foundation’ (2021–present)

‘Foundation’ adapts Isaac Asimov’s classic saga about exiles who work to preserve knowledge during the fall of a vast Galactic Empire. The story spans planets and generations as mathematics driven predictions collide with politics and belief.

Developed for Apple TV Plus by David S Goyer, the series stars Jared Harris, Lee Pace, Lou Llobell, and Leah Harvey. Skydance Television and Apple back extensive worldbuilding with visual effects, production design, and original score across season arcs.

‘Severance’ (2022–present)

‘Severance’ explores a procedure that divides employees’ memories between office life and home life so each self knows nothing about the other. The premise unfolds through corporate mystery and personal fallout as boundaries blur.

The series is created by Dan Erickson with Ben Stiller executive producing and directing multiple episodes. Adam Scott leads the cast with Britt Lower, Patricia Arquette, John Turturro, and Christopher Walken rounding out the ensemble.

‘Ted Lasso’ (2020–2023)

‘Ted Lasso’ follows an American college football coach hired to manage an English soccer club and focuses on how optimism and teamwork can reshape a locker room and a season. The three season run tracks the group through promotion battles, rivalries, and personal change.

The series was developed by Jason Sudeikis, Bill Lawrence, Joe Kelly, and Brendan Hunt with Warner Bros Television and Doozer producing for Apple TV Plus. The ensemble includes Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Juno Temple, Brett Goldstein, Brendan Hunt, and Nick Mohammed with storylines that conclude across a complete third season.

Have a favorite from this list or a new arrival you think should be here, share your picks in the comments.