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

Apple TV+ is stacked with new releases and returning favorites this week, from fresh 2025 premieres to signature hits rolling out new seasons. If you’re building a weekend queue, here are ten series with quick, useful details on what each one is about and who’s behind it—no guesswork required.

To make things simple, the list starts with the most recent debuts and then moves through ongoing Apple Originals that continue to draw viewers. Each entry highlights the premise, key cast, and the creators, showrunners, and directors shaping the series, so you can jump in right where you left off or start something brand new.

‘Chief of War’ (2025–present)

Set in the late eighteenth century, ‘Chief of War’ tracks the rise of Native Hawaiian leaders during the unification of the islands and the pressures that follow first contact with foreign powers. Jason Momoa stars as Kaʻiāna alongside Luciane Buchanan as Kaʻahumanu, Temuera Morrison as King Kahekili, Cliff Curtis as Keōua, and Kaina Makua as Kamehameha.

The series was created by Jason Momoa and Thomas Paʻa Sibbett, with Doug Jung serving as showrunner. Episodes are directed by Justin Chon, Anders Engström, Brian Andrew Mendoza, and Jason Momoa, and the production incorporates extensive Hawaiian-language and cultural consultation.

‘Stick’ (2025–present)

‘Stick’ follows Pryce Cahill, a former golf prodigy and viral meltdown magnet who tries to rebuild his life by coaching a teenage phenom named Santi. Owen Wilson leads as Pryce with Peter Dager as Santi, joined by Lilli Kay and Mariana Treviño, and additional featured performers noted across the season.

Created by Jason Keller and produced by Apple Studios, the series’ early episodes were directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris. Executive producers include Jason Keller, Owen Wilson, Ben Silverman, Guymon Casady, and Lee Eisenberg, with the theme by Caamp and music by Zachary Dawes.

‘KPOPPED’ (2025–present)

‘KPOPPED’ is an unscripted competition that pairs global stars with K-pop idols to reimagine hit songs for live audiences in Seoul. PSY and Megan Thee Stallion lead the series on screen, with guest appearances from artists and groups including Itzy, ATEEZ, JO1, and STAYC alongside performers from pop and hip-hop.

Produced for Apple TV+, the show lists executive producers such as Megan Thee Stallion, Lionel Richie, Miky Lee, and Moira Ross. Episodes follow rehearsals, cross-cultural collaborations, and full-stage performances as teams build new arrangements of well-known tracks.

‘Shrinking’ (2023–present)

‘Shrinking’ centers on therapist Jimmy Laird, who starts telling patients exactly what he thinks while navigating his own grief and family life. Jason Segel stars as Jimmy with Harrison Ford as mentor Paul and Jessica Williams as colleague Gaby, alongside Luke Tennie, Christa Miller, Michael Urie, and Lukita Maxwell.

The series was created by Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel, and Brett Goldstein. Directors across the run include James Ponsoldt and Randall Keenan Winston, and the producing team features Lawrence, Segel, and Goldstein with Jeff Ingold and Liza Katzer.

‘Platonic’ (2023–present)

‘Platonic’ follows former best friends Sylvia and Will, who reconnect in midlife and try to keep their renewed bond strictly friendship while juggling work and family. Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen lead the ensemble, with recurring roles for Luke Macfarlane, Tre Hale, Andrew Lopez, and Carla Gallo.

Created by Francesca Delbanco and Nicholas Stoller, the series lists Delbanco and Stoller as executive producers alongside Rose Byrne, Seth Rogen, and Conor Welch. Stoller directs across the series, which is produced by Sony Pictures Television for Apple TV+.

‘Severance’ (2022–present)

In ‘Severance’, employees at Lumon Industries undergo a procedure that separates their work memories from their outside lives, setting off a mystery as those halves start to intersect. The cast features Adam Scott, Britt Lower, John Turturro, Christopher Walken, Patricia Arquette, Zach Cherry, Dichen Lachman, Jen Tullock, Tramell Tillman, and Michael Chernus.

Created by Dan Erickson, the series is executive produced by Erickson and Ben Stiller, with Stiller directing many episodes. The production design and cinematography build a retro-future corporate world, and the score by Theodore Shapiro underscores the show’s distinctive atmosphere.

‘Invasion’ (2021–present)

‘Invasion’ tells a global, character-driven story of an alien arrival through intersecting perspectives—from families and first responders to soldiers and scientists. The ensemble includes Golshifteh Farahani as Aneesha Malik, Shamier Anderson as Trevante Cole, and Shioli Kutsuna as Mitsuki Yamato, with additional roles for India Brown, Enver Gjokaj, Shane Zaza, and Billy Barratt.

Created by Simon Kinberg and David Weil, the series returned with a third season in 2025. Executive producers include Simon Kinberg and David Weil along with Audrey Chon and Alik Sakharov, and the score across seasons features work by Max Richter and Bobby Krlic.

‘Foundation’ (2021–present)

Adapted from Isaac Asimov’s stories, ‘Foundation’ follows mathematician Hari Seldon’s plan to preserve knowledge as a galactic empire begins to fall. The core cast includes Jared Harris as Hari Seldon, Lee Pace as Brother Day, Lou Llobell as Gaal Dornick, Leah Harvey as Salvor Hardin, and Laura Birn as Demerzel.

Developed for television by David S. Goyer, who serves as showrunner and executive producer, the series combines large-scale visual effects with location work to realize worlds such as Trantor and Terminus. It is produced by Skydance Television for Apple TV+.

‘Acapulco’ (2021–2025)

Set between the mid-1980s and the present day, ‘Acapulco’ looks back at Máximo Gallardo’s first job at a lavish resort and the choices that shape his future. Eugenio Derbez plays present-day Máximo with Enrique Arrizon as young Máximo, supported by Fernando Carsa, Camila Perez, Vanessa Bauche, and Chord Overstreet.

The series was created by Austin Winsberg, Eduardo Cisneros, and Jason Shuman. Produced by Lionsgate Television and 3Pas Studios for Apple TV+, it lists Winsberg and showrunner Sam Laybourne among the executive producers, with bilingual Spanish-English dialogue and production based in Mexico.

‘Ted Lasso’ (2020–present)

‘Ted Lasso’ follows an American college football coach who takes over an English soccer club and learns the sport while trying to lead with optimism. The cast includes Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Juno Temple, Brett Goldstein, Brendan Hunt, Nick Mohammed, and Jeremy Swift.

Developed by Jason Sudeikis, Bill Lawrence, Brendan Hunt, and Joe Kelly from characters created for NBC Sports promos, the series is produced by Doozer, Warner Bros. Television, and Universal Television for Apple TV+. Executive producers include Jason Sudeikis and Bill Lawrence along with Jeff Ingold and Bill Wrubel.

Tell us which Apple TV+ series you’re queuing up first this weekend in the comments!