The Beloved Football Comedy Is the Most-Watched Apple TV+ Show This Week

The streaming catalog on Apple TV+ features a diverse mix of high-profile returning favorites, fresh comedy releases, and suspenseful dramas dominating viewer attention this week. From critically acclaimed British espionage thrillers and multi-timeline science fiction sagas to charming meta-comedies and gripping international mysteries, subscribers continue to gravitate toward both newly launched originals and established tentpole hits.

Tracking the service’s current viewership trends highlights which original productions are commanding the strongest audience engagement across the platform.

‘Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars’ (2025–2026)

Produced by Gordon Ramsay and hosted by Jesse Burgess, ‘Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars’ chronicles the high-stakes culinary world of international fine dining. The docuseries documents elite chefs and restaurants around the globe as they attempt to earn, maintain, or elevate their status in the prestigious Michelin Guide. The narrative explores the physical and emotional toll that world-class kitchen management exacts on culinary innovators and their teams. Along with behind-the-scenes access to world-renowned kitchens, the episodes highlight the secretive evaluation process conducted by anonymous inspectors.

‘Shrinking’ (2023–2026)

Created by Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel, and Brett Goldstein, ‘Shrinking’ follows grieving therapist Jimmy Laird as he copes with the sudden loss of his wife. In a radical break from standard professional ethics, Jimmy begins directly telling his clients exactly what he thinks about their life choices. His unorthodox therapeutic approach creates widespread disruptions in his patients’ daily routines while simultaneously reshaping his own personal relationships. The comedy-drama features an ensemble cast that includes Harrison Ford, Jessica Williams, and Christa Miller alongside Segel.

‘Small Prophets’ (2026)

The British comedy series ‘Small Prophets’ stars Pearce Quigley as Michael Sleep, an eccentric DIY store employee whose life remains stagnant years after the disappearance of his partner. Guided by instructions found in an antique journal, Michael sets up a shed laboratory to cultivate miniature prophetic entities in search of answers. The unusual project attracts unexpected attention across his neighborhood while drawing support from his father and local acquaintances. The production also features Michael Palin, Mackenzie Crook, and Lauren Patel in prominent supporting roles.

‘Last Seen’ (2026)

Adapted from Ryan David Jahn’s crime novel by creator Kris Mrksa, ‘Last Seen’ centers on former police detective Ian Ridley. Working as an emergency services dispatcher eleven years after his young daughter disappeared, Ian receives an unexpected distress call from a teenager he believes to be her. Convinced she is still alive, he risks his personal safety and professional boundaries to track down the truth behind the abduction. The Australian thriller miniseries stars Patrick Brammall alongside Brendan Cowell and Maxine Peake.

‘Widow’s Bay’ (2026)

Created by Katie Dippold and directed by Hiro Murai, ‘Widow’s Bay’ takes place on an isolated New England island community. The storyline follows Mayor Tom Loftis, played by Matthew Rhys, as he attempts to revitalize the struggling town by transforming it into a prominent tourist attraction. His municipal initiatives inadvertently trigger a centuries-old curse, unleashing various supernatural disturbances upon the local residents and visitors. The horror-comedy ensemble features Stephen Root, Kate O’Flynn, Dale Dickey, and Kevin Carroll.

‘Silo’ (2023–2026)

Based on Hugh Howey’s post-apocalyptic book series, ‘Silo’ portrays the final remnants of humanity residing inside a subterranean structure spanning 144 levels. Strict regulations dictate society within the underground shelter, where any curiosity about the toxic exterior world carries severe penalties. Rebecca Ferguson stars as engineer Juliette Nichols, who uncovers hazardous secrets about the bunker while investigating the unexplained death of a coworker. The dystopian sci-fi drama also features Tim Robbins, Common, Harriet Walter, and Steve Zahn.

‘Dark Matter’ (2024–2026)

Developed by Blake Crouch from his 2016 novel, ‘Dark Matter’ chronicles Chicago college physics professor Jason Dessen. After being abducted by an alternate version of himself, Jason awakens in an unfamiliar parallel existence where his life choices diverged years earlier. Armed with an interdimensional gateway known as the Box, he traverses alternate timelines to prevent his doppelgänger from displacing him within his own family. The sci-fi thriller stars Joel Edgerton in the leading role alongside Jennifer Connelly, Alice Braga, and Jimmi Simpson.

‘Brothers’ (2026)

Created by Lee Eisenberg, David West Read, Matthew McConaughey, and Woody Harrelson, ‘Brothers’ features McConaughey and Harrelson playing heightened versions of themselves. The narrative begins when Harrelson moves his family to McConaughey’s Texas ranch following a disrupted family wedding. Their longstanding friendship faces unexpected complications after an accidental disclosure reveals the two men may actually share biological parentage. Holland Taylor co-stars as McConaughey’s mother, appearing alongside Natalie Martinez and Brittany Ishibashi.

‘Slow Horses’ (2022–2026)

Adapted from Mick Herron’s espionage novels, ‘Slow Horses’ follows an administrative dumping ground for disgraced MI5 operatives. Gary Oldman stars as Jackson Lamb, the sharp-tongued veteran intelligence head who leads this group of ostracized civil servants. Despite their bureaucratic exile, the team frequently becomes entangled in critical domestic security investigations and covert operations. The acclaimed espionage thriller also stars Jack Lowden, Kristin Scott Thomas, Saskia Reeves, and Christopher Chung.

‘Ted Lasso’ (2020–2026)

Developed by Jason Sudeikis, Bill Lawrence, Brendan Hunt, and Joe Kelly, ‘Ted Lasso’ chronicles an American coach who moves to the United Kingdom to manage AFC Richmond. Though lacking initial experience in association football, the protagonist utilizes relentless optimism and empathy to win over his skeptical players and club management. Across its multi-season run, the narrative explores team dynamics, mental health struggles, and personal development on and off the soccer pitch. The sports comedy-drama features Sudeikis in the titular role alongside Hannah Waddingham, Brett Goldstein, Juno Temple, and Nick Mohammed.

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