At the 2024 Winter Television Critics Association press tour today, Apple TV+ offered a glimpse at both new and returning series set to premiere throughout spring and summer 2024.
The streaming platform will be expanding its slate of originals with highly anticipated new series including The New Look, The Dynasty: New England Patriots, Constellation, The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin, Manhunt, Palm Royale, Sugar, Franklin, Dark Matter, Presumed Innocent, Land of Women, and more.
This spring and summer will also see the return of series with brand new new seasons such as Loot, The Big Door Prize, Acapulco, and Trying.
Apple TV+ also released a teaser video showcasing what’s to come:
Below are new and returning series set to debut on Apple TV+ in the coming months.
The New Look – February 14
Genre: Historical Drama
Cast: Ben Mendelsohn, Juliette Binoche, John Malkovich, Maisie Williams, Emily Mortimer, Claes Bang, Hugo Becker, Glenn Close, Zabou Breitman, Nuno Lopes, Jodie Ruth-Forest, Thomas Poitevin, Yahli Cohen
Synopsis: “This emotionally thrilling series reveals the shocking story of how fashion icon Christian Dior and his contemporaries, including Coco Chanel, Pierre Balmain and Cristóbal Balenciaga, navigated the horrors of World War II and launched modern fashion. “
Episodes: 10 episodes. The first thee will launch on Wednesday, February 14th, followed by one episode every Wednesday through April 3rd.
The Dynasty: New England Patriots – February 16
Genre: Sports Docuseries
Cast: Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, Robert Kraft, Adam Vinatieri, Drew Bledsoe, Rob Gronkowski, Ty Law, Bill Parcells, Jonathan Kraft, Roger Goodell, Al Michaels, Howard Bryant, Jon Bon Jovi, Bill Burr, Rupert Murdoch
Synopsis: “Go inside the franchise’s 20-year journey, from the unique chemistry that fueled six Super Bowl wins to the internal strife that sparked a turf war. Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, Robert Kraft and key players reveal the road to — and cost of — greatness.”
Episodes: 10-part documentary series premiering on Friday, February 16th.
Constellation – Febraury 21
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Cast: Noomi Rapace, Jonathan Banks, James D’Arcy, Julian Looman, William Catlett, Barbara Sukowa, Rosie Coleman, Davina Coleman
Synopsis: “Constellation stars Noomi Rapace as Jo — an astronaut who returns to Earth after a disaster in space — only to discover that key pieces of her life seem to be missing. The action-packed space adventure is an exploration of the dark edges of human psychology, and one woman’s desperate quest to expose the truth about the hidden history of space travel and recover all that she has lost.”
Episodes: 8 episodes. The first three episodes premiere Wednesday, February 21st, followed by one episode weekly every Wednesday through March 27th.
Messi’s World Cup: The Rise of a Legend – February 21
Genre: Sports Docuseries
Cast: Lionel Messi
Synopsis: “Follow the legend’s epic journey through five World Cups, culminating in 2022’s triumph. As the championship run unfolds, Lionel Messi shares some of his most personal reflections — on his national team career and the challenges he’s faced.”
Episodes: 4-part docuseries premiering Wednesday, February 21st.
The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin – March 1
Genre: Comedy Adventure
Cast: Noel Fielding, Ellie White, Marc Wootton, Hugh Bonneville, Duayne Boachie, Tamsin Greig, Asim Chaudhry, Joe Wilkinson, Mark Heap, Geoff McGivern, Michael Fielding, Kiri Flaherty, Samuel Leakey, Dolly Wells
Synopsis: “Dick Turpin sets out on a journey of wildly absurd escapades when he’s made the reluctant leader of a band of outlaws — and tasked with outwitting corrupt lawman and self-appointed thief-taker Jonathan Wilde. In this irreverent retelling set in the 18th century, Turpin is the most famous but least likely of highway robbers, whose success is defined mostly by his charm, showmanship and great hair. Together with his gang of lovable rogues, Turpin rides the highs and lows of his new endeavors, including a brush with celebrity, all whilst trying to escape the clutches of the thief-taker.”
Episodes: 6 episodes. Premiering Friday, March 1st with the first two episodes, followed by a new episode every Friday through March 29th.
Manhunt – March 15
Genre: Historical Fiction, Conspiracy Thriller
Cast: Tobias Menzies, Anthony Boyle, Lovie Simone, Will Harrison, Brandon Flynn, Damian O’Hare, Glenn Morshower, Patton Oswalt, Matt Walsh, Hamish Linklater, Betty Gabriel, Anne Dudek, Maxwell Korn, Lili Taylor
Synopsis: “Based on The New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award-winning nonfiction book from author James L. Swanson, Manhunt is a conspiracy thriller about one of the best known but least understood crimes in history, the astonishing story of the hunt for John Wilkes Booth in the aftermath of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination.”
Episodes: 7 episode limited series. Premieres with the first two episodes Friday, March 15th, followed by a weekly episode on Fridays through April 19th.
Palm Royale – March 20
Genre: Comedy Drama
Cast: Kristen Wiig, Ricky Martin, Josh Lucas, Leslie Bibb, Amber Chardae Robinson, Mindy Cohn, Julia Duffy, Kaia Gerber, Carol Burnett, Laura Dern, Allison Janney, Bruce Dern
Synopsis: “Palm Royale is a true underdog story that follows Maxine Simmons (Wiig) as she endeavors to break into Palm Beach high society. As Maxine attempts to cross that impermeable line between the haves and the have-nots, Palm Royale asks the same question that still baffles us today: “How much of yourself are you willing to sacrifice to get what someone else has?” Set during the powder keg year of 1969, Palm Royale is a testament to every outsider fighting for their chance to truly belong.”
Episodes: 10 episodes. The first three will premiere March 20th followed by new episodes every Wednesday through May 8th.
Loot, season 2 – April 3
Genre: Comedy
Cast: Maya Rudolph, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Nat Faxon, Ron Funches, Joel Kim Booster, O-T Fagbenle, Meagen Fay, Adam Scott, Stephanie Styles
Synopsis: “Loot returns for season two a year after Molly Wells’ (Maya Rudolph) very public divorce from tech billionaire John Novak (Adam Scott), where we find her thriving in her role as the head of her philanthropic organization the Wells Foundation. Focused mainly on her charity work, Molly has sworn off any new relationships with any new men. Fabulously single but not particularly independent, Molly’s trusty assistant Nicholas (Joel Kim Booster) remains by her side, diligently catering to her every whim…and occasionally feeding her a kale smoothie spiked with gin.”
Episodes: 10 episodes. Season two will debut with two episodes on April 3rd followed by new episodes every Wednesday through May 29th.
Sugar – April 5
Genre: Mystery Drama
Cast: Colin Farrell, Kirby, Amy Ryan, James Cromwell, Anna Gunn, Dennis Boutsikaris, Nate Corddry, Sydney Chandler, Alex Hernandez
Synopsis: “Academy Award-nominee Colin Farrell stars as John Sugar, an American private investigator on the heels of the mysterious disappearance of Olivia Siegel, the beloved granddaughter of legendary Hollywood producer Jonathan Siegel. As Sugar tries to determine what happened to Olivia, he will also unearth Siegel family secrets; some very recent, others long-buried.”
Episodes: 8 episodes. The first 3 will premiere April 5th followed by one new episode weekly every Friday through May 10th.
Franklin – April 12
Genre: Biographical Drama
Cast: Michael Douglas, Noah Jupe, Thibault de Montalembert, Daniel Mays, Ludivine Sagnier, Eddie Marsan, Assaad Bouab, Jeanne Balibar, Theodore Pellerin
Synopsis: “Based on Pulitzer Prize winner Stacy Schiff’s book, A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America, Franklin explores the thrilling story of the greatest gamble of Benjamin Franklin’s career. In December 1776, Franklin is world famous for his electrical experiments, but his passion and power are put to the test when – as the fate of American independence hangs in the balance – he embarks on a secret mission to France.”
Episodes: 8 episode limited series. Premieres April 12th, followed by one new episode every Friday through May 17th.
The Big Door Prize, season 2 – April 24
Genre: Comedy Drama
Cast: Chris O’Dowd, Gabrielle Dennis, Ally Maki, Damon Gupton, Josh Segarra, Crystal Fox, Sammy Fourlas, Djouliet Amara
Synopsis: “Based on M.O. Walsh’s novel, The Big Door Prize season two follows the residents of Deerfield as the Morpho machine readies them for the mysterious “next stage.” As everyone’s potentials are exchanged for visions, new relationships form and new questions are asked. Dusty and Cass decide to take time apart while Trina (Amara) and Jacob (Fourlas) learn that they can shed their old labels. Giorgio and Izzy each find romance while Hana and Father Reuben attempt to discover the purpose of the machine. The small town is once again left questioning what they thought they knew about their lives, relationships, potentials, and about the Morpho itself.”
Episodes: 10 episodes. Premieres April 24th with two episodes followed by one new episode every Wednesday through June 19th.
Acapulco, season 3 – May 1
Genre: Comedy
Cast: Eugenio Derbez, Enrique Arrizon, Fernando Carsa, Damián Alcázar, Camila Perez, Vanessa Bauche, Regina Reynoso, Raphael Alejandro, Jessica Collins, Rafael Cebrián, Carlos Corona, Regina Orozco, Cristo Fernández, Jaime Camil
Synopsis: “In season three of Acapulco, it’s time to reconcile past mistakes and exciting new beginnings. In the present story, older Maximo (Derbez) finds himself returning to a Las Colinas he no longer recognizes. While in 1985, younger Maximo (Enrique Arrizon) continues his climb up the ladder of success while potentially jeopardizing all the relationships he’s worked so hard to build.”
Episodes: 10 episodes premiering May 1st.
Dark Matter – May 8
Genre: Sci-fi Thriller
Cast: Joel Edgerton, Jennifer Connelly, Alice Braga, Jimmi Simpson, Dayo Okeniyi, Oakes Fegley
Synopsis: “The series will follow Jason Dessen (played by Edgerton), a physicist, professor, and family man who — one night while walking home on the streets of Chicago — is abducted into an alternate version of his life. Wonder quickly turns to nightmare when he tries to return to his reality amid the mind-bending landscape of lives he could have lived. In this labyrinth of realities, he embarks on a harrowing journey to get back to his true family and save them from the most terrifying, unbeatable foe imaginable: himself. “
Episodes: 9 episodes. Premieres May 8th with the first two episodes, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through June 26th.
Trying, season 4 – May 22
Genre: Comedy
Cast: Esther Smith, Rafe Spall, Siân Brooke, Scarlett Rayner, Darren Boyd, Cooper Turner
Synopsis: “In the exciting fourth season, we fast-forward six years, discovering that Nikki (Esther Smith) and Jason (Rafe Spall) are experienced adopters having built a lovely little nuclear family, enriched by an extraordinary support network. However, as their teenage daughter, Princess (Scarlett Rayner), starts to yearn for a connection with her birth mother, Nikki and Jason find themselves confronted with the ultimate test of their parenting skills.”
Episodes: 8 episodes. Premieres May 22nd with the first two episodes followed by new episodes every Wednesday through July 3rd.
Presumed Innocent – June 14
Genre: Mystery Drama Thriller
Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Ruth Negga, Bill Camp, Elizabeth Marvel, Peter Sarsgaard, O-T Fagbenle, Renate Reinsve, Lily Rabe, Kingston Rumi Southwick, Matthew Alan, Tate Birchmore, James Hiroyuki Liao
Synopsis: “Starring Jake Gyllenhaal in the lead role of chief deputy prosecutor Rusty Sabich, the series takes viewers on a gripping journey through the horrific murder that upends the Chicago Prosecuting Attorneys’ office when one of its own is suspected of the crime. The series explores obsession, sex, politics, and the power and limits of love, as the accused fights to hold his family and marriage together.”
Episodes: 8 episode limited series. Premieres with the first two episodes on June 14th followed by a new episode every Friday through July 26th.
Land of Women – Summer 2024
Genre: Drama Comedy
Cast: Eva Longoria, Carmen Maura, Victoria Bazúa, Santiago Cabrera
Synopsis: “Stars Longoria as Gala, a New York empty nester whose life is turned upside down when her husband implicates the family in financial improprieties, and she is forced to flee the city alongside her aging mother (Maura) and college-age daughter (Bazúa). To escape the dangerous criminals to whom Gala’s now vanished husband is indebted, the three women hide in the same charming wine town in northern Spain that Gala’s mother fled 50 years ago, vowing never to return. The women seek to start anew and hope their identities will remain unknown, but gossip in the small town quickly spreads, unraveling their deepest family secrets and truths.”
Episodes: 6 episode miniseries. Date to be announced.
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