16 Best TV Shows of Apple TV+ you can’t miss to watch

The library of Apple TV+ is getting bigger every minute. Before it’s too late, we have compiled a list of 16 best TV shows of Apple TV+ that millions of viewers are enjoying right now.

You can have that same feeling by going through our list. Apple TV+ is full of movies and TV shows qnd is giving a strong competition to the streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon Prime.

Through its cheaper subscription fees and award winning films like Coda, the Apple’s streaming platform is winning subscription war among OTTs. Another success factor of Apple TV+ is it’s variety of sports comedy shows and book adaptations.

16 Best TV Shows of Apple TV+

Let’s start with our favorite sports drama series.

Ted Lasso (2020-2023)

Apple TV+ Ted Lasso has become the fan favorite for its relatable characters and mesmerizing storyline that not even entertain the viewers but also motivates them to win against the hardships.

Ted Lasso came out as a blessing during Covid-19 pandemic in August 2020. When the whole world was suffering and Covid cases were increasing, the show ignited a spark in our mind that things will be fine soon.

Ted Lasso is the best TV show on Apple TV+
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The story follows an American football coach named Ted Lasso (played by Jason Sudeikis) who finds himself in an unexpected position as the head coach of a struggling English football team, AFC Richmond.

AFC Richmond seems to be a loser and hopeless team but when Lasso takes the charge as coach, he fills every player with positivity and restore their lost confidence through his genuine messages.

The sports comedy series draws its inspiration from the characters drawn by Jason Sudeikis for an NBC sports commercial videos. Sudeikis is also starring as the main character of this series.

Mythic Quest (2020-Present)

Mythic Quest is a workplace comedy drama series created by Charlie Day, Megan Ganz, and Rob McElhenney for Apple TV+. The series started premiering in May 2020 and is still airing.

The show will take you through the fictional gaming studio that has developed the most popular MMORPG game “Mythic Quest” and presents the challenges of game development including office politics and personal bias.

Ian Grimm (Rob McElhenney) is the creative director of the gaming studio and also main character of the series along with Poppy Li (Charlotte Nicdao), an intelligent young engineer who constantly strives to improve the game. It is good series if you love gaming with a mix of comedy.

Schmigadoon! (2021-Present)

Created by Cinco Paul and Ken Daurio, Schmigadoon! is a delightful musical series that pays homage to classic musicals. Paul, the showrunner has written all the classic songs for this musical comedy series.

Schmigadoon series featuring Keegal-Michael Key as John Skinner with Cecily Stong as Melissa Gimble in main cast
Cecily Stong as Melissa Gimble with Keegal-Michael Key as John Skinner
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Two new york doctors Melissa and Josh decides to go on a backpacking trip to save their falling relationship, only to argue later in the middle of forests. The two lost their way but discovers a magical town called Schmigadoon! where you cannot leave until you find true love.

The first season of the series was set in the bucolic small town of Schmigadoon! and introduces us to various Golden Age musicals between 1940-50s while the second season season takes us to the city of Schmigado and incorporates much darker themes of 60s and 70s.

Home Before Dark (2020-2021)

A mystery drama series that follows a teenage investigative journalist named Hilde Lisko (played by Brooklynn Prince) who accidentally uncovers a shocking cold case in her father’s hometown.

Inspired from a true story, the series follows Hilde’s relentless pursuit of the truth as she unravels a web of lies, cover-ups, and buried secrets that no one wants to remember.

Hilde tries everything to solve the cold case while facing investigative challenges because of her young age but that also helps her in making unexpected allies and adversaries on her way.

Black Bird (TV Mini Series 2022)

Black Bird is one such kind of series that are made once in a decade. Unlike any other series, the series is not about comedy, positivity, or strength but about Jimmy, once a promising young football star turned criminal.

Black Bird series showing Taron Egerton talking with Paul Walter Hauser during a meeting in prison
Paul Walter Hauser as Larry with Taron Egerton as Jimmy
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Based on an autobiographical novel ‘In with the Devil: a Fallen Hero, a Serial Killer, and a Dangerous Bargain for Redemption’ by James Keene with Hillel Levin, the six-part docuseries is a must watch for crime drama fans.

Jimmy (Tarot Egerton) has been sentenced to 10 years imprisonment without parole but he cuts a deal with the FBI to enter max security prison to befriend a suspected serial killer Larry Hall (Paul Walter Hauser) who has buried almost 18 women. But is he actually a serial killer?

Physical (2021-Present)

The black comedy drama series follows the journey of Sheila Rubin (Rose Byrne), a housewife grappling with personal demons and a stagnant life. Then, she enters into the world of aerobics that provides a solution to all of her problems.

It’s like she gets an outlet for her frustrations and a path towards self empowerment. Moreover, she become a fitness diva to change lives while fighting with her inner negative thoughts.

Since it’s a dark comedy, you will see lots of trauma and suffering but as a Rose Byrne fan, it is worth-watching. She has given a powerful performance that everyone will love to see.

Invasion (2021-Present)

Apple TV+ is now becoming popular for bringing the offbeat content that everybody wants to watch but no studios want to make because of heavy research.

Sam Neil as Sheriff in Invasion apple TV+ series
Sam Neil as Sheriff John Bell (via Apple TV+)

If you are a fan of Guardians of the Galaxy then you are going to love this show because it follows a similar theme and talks about the alien invasions in real life.

Alien invasion feels in a different way in different continents and that’s why, this series explores multiple interconnected storylines across the globe to better understand the aliens.

Mr Corman (TV Series 2021)

The series explores the life of a musician turned fifth-grade teacher, Josh Corman (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) who is looking for fulfillment and happiness in his life.

As the series progresses, Josh learns that sometimes it’s okay to not be okay and experiencing pain is necessary for personal growth.

With its introspective storytelling, the series talks about human tendency to ignore good little things while noticing every small bad thing that happens to them.

The AfterParty (2022-Present)

The Afterparty is a murder mystery thriller series that takes place at a high school reunion party where a new case is happening each night.

Tiffany Haddish as Detective Danner with other main cast
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With stars like Tiffany Haddish, Sam Richardson, and Zoe Chao, the series become a must-watch series of 2022. Each episode of the series offers a different character’s perespective offering new details about the crime scene.

The show has been cleverly written by Christopher Miller and the experienced cast members have also added more spices to the series that will leave you craving you for more.

Shrinking (2023-Present)

This comedy is all about a therapist who, well, needs some therapy himself. Jason Segel stars in this hilarious look at grief, friendship, and maybe a little mid-life crisis.

Criminal Record (2024-Present)

This brand new show takes a unique approach to crime dramas. Each episode focuses on a single pivotal moment in a criminal case, leaving you guessing until the very end.

Criminal Record series featuring Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo
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Slow Horses (2022-Present)

This British spy drama is like James Bond’s dysfunctional little brother. A ragtag team of disgraced MI5 agents takes on low-stakes missions, proving that sometimes the most messed-up people can get the job done.

Acapulco (2021-Present)

Ever dreamed of working at a fancy resort in Mexico? Acapulco follows a young man named Maximo in the 1980s who lands his dream job, only to find out paradise isn’t quite what it seems.

Acapulco cast AppleTV+ featuring Gabriela Milla, Enrique Arrizon, and Fernando Carsa sitting together
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Trying (2020-Present)

Created and written by Andy Wolton, the British comedy TV series follows Nikki (Esher Smith) and Jason (Rafe Spall), a couple who really wants to have kids but facing numerous obstacles in conceiving a child.

The couple decides to adopt an baby from an adoption center, only to brought another set of challenges that come with the process of adoption.

With the relatable and lovely characters, the series talks about the challenges related to parenting. It is a touching portrayal of the people who go in their pursuit of parenthood.

Some parents suffer because they want but don’t have kids while some kids suffer because they want but have no parents.

If you want to feel the pain of child with no guardians then we have covered a list of best orphan movies that will inspire you to become stronger in hard times.

Severance (2022-Present)

Adam Scott as Mark Scout, a worker for Lumon Industries in season 1
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Mark Scout (Adam Scott) works for a mysterious company where employees undergo a severance procedure, completely wiping their work memories from their personal lives. Think Black Mirror meets The office drama.

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