A Returning Sci-Fi Series Is Apple TV+’s Most-Watched Show of the Week
Apple TV+ continues to expand its library with a diverse slate of programming, ranging from critically acclaimed comedy-dramas to highly anticipated upcoming thrillers. The streaming platform’s current viewer rankings reflect a compelling mix of established favorites, fresh releases, and buzzed-about future projects that have captured the attention of audiences. This week’s most-watched lineup highlights the platform’s focus on star-studded casts and creative storytelling. Here is a look at the ten series drawing the most viewership on the service right now.
‘Trying’ (2020–)
In ‘Trying’, a British comedy-drama series, a couple named Nikki and Jason desperately want a child but face challenges with natural conception. To fulfill their dream of becoming parents, they decide to navigate the complex and chaotic world of the adoption process. Along the way, they must deal with their dysfunctional friends, eccentric families, and the scrutiny of the adoption panel. The series stars Esther Smith and Rafe Spall as the central couple striving to build a family.
‘Shrinking’ (2023–2024)
The comedy-drama series ‘Shrinking’ follows a grieving therapist who begins to tell his clients exactly what he thinks, completely ignoring his training and ethics. This unorthodox approach leads to massive changes in both his patients’ lives and his own personal world. The series stars Jason Segel as the protagonist alongside Harrison Ford, who plays his mentor and colleague dealing with Parkinson’s disease. Created by Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel, and Brett Goldstein, the show blends humor with emotional depth.
‘Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed’ (2026)
The comedy-gangster series ‘Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed’ follows a newly divorced mother who unexpectedly falls down a dangerous rabbit hole. Her life takes a dramatic turn as she becomes entangled in a web of blackmail, murder, and youth soccer. The show features a talented ensemble cast including Tatiana Maslany, Jake Johnson, and Dolly de Leon. Produced by a team that includes Simon Kinberg, Audrey Chon, and David Gordon Green, the series is scheduled to debut on the streaming platform in May 2026.
‘Star City’ (2026)
As a highly anticipated expansion of the acclaimed sci-fi universe, ‘Star City’ serves as a spinoff to the popular drama series ‘For All Mankind’. The series shifts the focus of the space race to the Soviet side, exploring the lives of the cosmonauts, engineers, and intelligence officers involved in the USSR’s space program. It delves into the intense pressure and sacrifices made behind the Iron Curtain to achieve cosmic milestones. Created by Ronald D. Moore, Matt Wolpert, and Ben Nedivi, the thriller offers a fresh perspective on the alternate history of space exploration.
‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ (2025)
In the upcoming drama series ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’, a recently divorced hedge fund manager named Coop struggles to maintain his family’s lifestyle after losing his job. To secure his financial standing, he resorts to stealing from the wealthy residents of his upscale New York suburb. His illicit activities progress smoothly until he inadvertently breaks into the wrong house at the wrong time. The series stars Jon Hamm in the lead role, alongside an ensemble cast that includes Olivia Munn and Amanda Peet.
‘Ted Lasso’ (2020–2023)
The sports comedy-drama ‘Ted Lasso’ follows an American college football coach who is unexpectedly hired to manage a struggling British soccer team, AFC Richmond. Despite having no experience with the sport, the titular coach uses his relentless optimism and folksy charm to win over cynical players and fans. The series stars Jason Sudeikis, who also co-created the show alongside Bill Lawrence, Joe Kelly, and Brendan Hunt. Over its three-season run, the comedy-drama gained widespread acclaim and earned multiple Emmy Awards for its cast and creative team.
‘Sugar’ (2024)
The crime-noir series ‘Sugar’ centers on John Sugar, an enigmatic private detective operating in contemporary Los Angeles. He is hired to investigate the mysterious disappearance of Olivia Siegel, the beloved granddaughter of a legendary Hollywood producer. As he digs deeper into the case, the detective must also battle his own personal demons and physical ailments. The show stars Colin Farrell in the title role and is produced by executive producers including Simon Kinberg and Audrey Chon.
‘Widow’s Bay’ (2026)
Set in a New England coastal town, ‘Widow’s Bay’ is a horror-comedy series. The plot revolves around a determined local mayor who resolves to transform his town into the next major tourist hot spot. He pursues this goal despite persistent, ominous warnings from local residents that the area is cursed. The series stars Matthew Rhys, Stephen Root, and Kate O’Flynn, and is produced by Katie Dippold and Hiro Murai.
‘Cape Fear’ (2026)
The psychological thriller series ‘Cape Fear’ brings a chilling modern adaptation to the screen in June 2026. The narrative follows happily married attorneys Anna and Tom Bowden, whose lives are upended when a notorious killer is released from prison. The felon, Max Cady, seeks relentless revenge against the couple whom he holds responsible for his incarceration. Featuring a star-studded cast including Javier Bardem, Amy Adams, and Patrick Wilson, the series is produced by Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg.
‘Silo’ (2023–2025)
The dystopian drama ‘Silo’ presents a future where a community of ten thousand people lives in a giant subterranean silo that protects them from the toxic outside world. After the silo’s sheriff breaks a cardinal rule and mysterious deaths occur, an engineer named Juliette starts uncovering secrets about their underground habitat. The science-fiction drama is based on the popular “Silo” trilogy of novels written by author Hugh Howey. Starring Rebecca Ferguson, the series explores the strict regulations, hidden histories, and societal control mechanisms that keep the community functioning.
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