The 10 Best TV Shows on Apple TV of All Time (With Reddit Reviews)
Looking for the ultimate Apple TV+ binge list? Here are the 10 best original series Apple TV+ has ever released—complete with plot summaries, premiere dates, main cast, and genuine Reddit reviews and comments from fans.
Severance
Plot Summary:
A high-concept psychological thriller that follows Mark Scout, an office worker at Lumon Industries who agrees to undergo a procedure called “severance,” surgically dividing his memories between work and personal life. As a mysterious colleague appears outside of work, Mark and his team start questioning the true nature of their jobs and the company.
- Air Date: 2022–present
- Main Cast: Adam Scott, Britt Lower, Zach Cherry, Patricia Arquette, John Turturro
Reddit Reviews:
- “Severance blew my mind! The world-building and tension are amazing. I binged it in one weekend.”
- “This is top-tier TV. Apple knocked it out of the park.”
- “After watching severance, I'm so jealous of someone seeing all what Apple TV has to offer its very impressive!”
Ted Lasso
Plot Summary:
Ted Lasso, a relentlessly positive American football coach, is hired to coach an English soccer team—despite having no experience with soccer. His optimism and quirky leadership style win over the skeptical team and fans alike.
- Air Date: 2020–2023
- Main Cast: Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Brett Goldstein, Juno Temple, Brendan Hunt
Reddit Reviews:
- “Ted Lasso is the most wholesome and uplifting show I’ve ever seen. A must-watch for absolutely anyone.”
- “Honestly made me tear up—never thought a soccer comedy would be my favorite show.”
Foundation
Plot Summary:
Based on Isaac Asimov's legendary sci-fi novels, Foundation follows the journey of Dr. Hari Seldon and a group of exiles, who discover the only way to save the Galactic Empire from destruction is to defy it.
- Air Date: 2021–present
- Main Cast: Jared Harris, Lee Pace, Lou Llobell, Leah Harvey
Reddit Reviews:
- “Foundation. Run don’t walk.”
- “Beautiful visuals, complex world—worth the deep-dive.”
- "Intelligent, emotional, epic. Season 2 hits hard!"
Silo
Plot Summary:
A dystopian sci-fi thriller about a society living in a giant underground silo, governed by strict regulations. The citizens are told the outside world is toxic. When the truth is questioned, dangerous secrets unravel.
- Air Date: 2023–present
- Main Cast: Rebecca Ferguson, Common, Tim Robbins, Rashida Jones
Reddit Reviews:
- “Silo was great! The wife and I really enjoyed it—a lot of similarities with Fallout.”
- “Brilliant sci-fi world, with top-notch tension.”
For All Mankind
Plot Summary:
In this alternate-history drama, the Soviet Union beats the United States to the Moon, and the space race never ends. The series imagines a world where the space program remains at the center of American culture.
- Air Date: 2019–present
- Main Cast: Joel Kinnaman, Michael Dorman, Wrenn Schmidt, Shantel VanSanten
Reddit Reviews:
- “For All Mankind is extremely underrated. Some of the best sci-fi drama out there.”
- “Space nerd's dream come true. Each season just gets better.”
The Morning Show
Plot Summary:
A gripping newsroom drama centered around Alex Levy, a morning show anchor left reeling after her co-host is fired for sexual misconduct. The show dives deep into power dynamics, media politics, and the #MeToo movement.
- Air Date: 2019–present
- Main Cast: Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Steve Carell, Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass
Reddit Reviews:
- “One of Apple’s first big hits—superb cast and topical writing.”
- “Billy Crudup’s performance is an absolute standout every season.”
Shrinking
Plot Summary:
A dark comedy following grieving therapist Jimmy Laird, who starts to tell clients exactly what he thinks, disregarding his training. This approach upends both his life and the lives of those around him.
- Air Date: 2023–present
- Main Cast: Jason Segel, Harrison Ford, Jessica Williams
Reddit Reviews:
- “Shrinking is hilarious and heartfelt. Harrison Ford is a comedic genius here.”
- “Great mix of drama and laughs—a new favorite.”
Pachinko
Plot Summary:
An epic generational saga following a Korean family through decades of hope, struggle, and triumph as they emigrate to Japan in the twentieth century. Stunning visuals and nuanced characters make it a unique standout.
- Air Date: 2022–present
- Main Cast: Kim Min-ha, Lee Min-ho, Youn Yuh-jung, Jin Ha
Reddit Reviews:
- “Pachinko is a masterpiece—emotionally devastating and so beautifully done.”
- “Unmatched storytelling and visuals.”
Black Bird
Plot Summary:
Inspired by true events, Black Bird tells the story of Jimmy Keene, a man sentenced to 10 years in prison who is given a choice—befriend a suspected serial killer and elicit a confession, or serve his full sentence.
- Air Date: 2022 (miniseries)
- Main Cast: Taron Egerton, Paul Walter Hauser, Greg Kinnear, Ray Liotta
Reddit Reviews:
- “One of the best crime thrillers in recent memory. Intense performances!”
- “Hard to binge but impossible to look away from.”
Mythic Quest
Plot Summary:
A sharply written workplace comedy about the eccentric team behind a hit multiplayer video game. As they wrangle creative differences and company politics, hijinks and hilarity ensue.
- Air Date: 2020–present
- Main Cast: Rob McElhenney, Charlotte Nicdao, Ashly Burch, Danny Pudi
Reddit Reviews:
- “Mythic Quest is unexpectedly brilliant. Perfect for gamers and sitcom fans.”
- “Some of the best comedic writing Apple TV+ has to offer.”
