Here Are the Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Apple TV+, Including ‘Loot’

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Apple TV+ has a lot of exciting new content coming this weekend, including brand-new shows, the latest seasons of favorites, and popular originals that everyone is watching. We’ve put together a quick guide with details about each show – what it’s about, who stars in it, and when new episodes are available – so you can easily find something to watch without endless scrolling.

‘Mr. Scorsese’ (2025)

This new five-part documentary provides a detailed look at the life and work of Martin Scorsese, featuring fresh interviews and rare footage from his personal collection. It includes insights from frequent collaborators and friends like Robert De Niro, Leonardo DiCaprio, Daniel Day-Lewis, editor Thelma Schoonmaker, and director Steven Spielberg. Rebecca Miller directs the series, exploring Scorsese’s creative process, his inspirations, and the long-lasting relationships that have shaped his career. It premieres on Apple TV+ on Friday, October 17th.

‘Loot’ (2022– )

This funny new show centers on Molly Wells, a recently divorced billionaire who decides to take an active role in running her charity instead of dealing with the press. It was created by Matt Hubbard and Alan Yang and stars Maya Rudolph, along with Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Joel Kim Booster, Ron Funches, and Nat Faxon. The show is also executive produced by Hubbard, Yang, Rudolph, and Natasha Lyonne, and features directing from acclaimed filmmakers like Miguel Arteta. New episodes will be available on Apple TV+ starting Wednesday, October 15th.

‘Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars’ (2025)

This documentary series offers a behind-the-scenes look at the intense world of high-end restaurants as their chefs strive for Michelin stars. Hosted by Jesse Burgess and executive produced by Gordon Ramsay, the show follows restaurants in the U.S., U.K., Europe, and Mexico, showcasing everything from creating the menu and finding ingredients to the challenges of service and the crucial Michelin inspections. It uses immersive filming techniques to give viewers an inside perspective and premieres on Apple TV+ on Friday, October 10th.

‘The Last Frontier’ (2025)

This action-packed thriller, set in Alaska, follows a lone U.S. Marshal after a prison plane goes down in the remote wilderness. Starring Jason Clarke, along with Dominic Cooper, Haley Bennett, and Alfre Woodard, the series combines a desperate fight for survival with a larger mystery surrounding the crash. It was created by Jon Bokenkamp and Richard D’Ovidio and premieres October 10th on Apple TV+.

‘The Studio’ (2025– )

This comedy series takes place on a bustling Hollywood studio lot and follows the hectic lives of the people who make shows – from executives to creative teams. They’re constantly dealing with projects in development, managing actors and other talent, and putting out fires during production. Created by a team including Seth Rogen, the show also stars Rogen, and is produced by Apple Studios and Point Grey Pictures. Rogen and Evan Goldberg directed it, and it’s currently one of the most popular shows on the streaming service.

‘Chief of War’ (2025)

This new historical series tells the story of how the Hawaiian Islands were united, seen through the eyes of its native leaders. Starring Jason Momoa, who also helped create the show alongside Thomas Paʻa Sibbett, it features strong support from executive producers like Francis Lawrence and Tim Van Patten. Backed by Apple Studios, the production prioritizes historical accuracy and a genuine portrayal of Hawaiian culture. It’s currently one of Apple’s most popular shows.

‘The Morning Show’ (2019– )

This drama series follows the chaotic world of a national morning news show, dealing with scandals, behind-the-scenes power struggles, and the changing landscape of the media. Starring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, the show also features strong performances from Billy Crudup and Mark Duplass, with additional well-known actors joining in later seasons. Created by Media Res and Hello Sunshine, and directed by Mimi Leder, the series has been guided by showrunners Kerry Ehrin and Charlotte Stoudt. It consistently ranks as Apple TV+’s most popular show each week.

‘Slow Horses’ (2022– )

The series takes place at Slough House, the dumping ground for failed MI5 agents. It follows a team led by the cynical Jackson Lamb, played by Gary Oldman, and includes River Cartwright, portrayed by Jack Lowden. Based on the novels by Mick Herron and produced by See-Saw Films for Apple TV+, the show creatively adapts the book’s storylines for television. Directors like James Hawes and Jeremy Lovering have helmed episodes, and it’s quickly become one of Apple TV+’s most popular shows.

‘Severance’ (2022– )

Severance is a tense workplace thriller centered around Mark Scout, an employee at Lumon Industries, where a procedure separates workers’ memories of their jobs from their personal lives. Starring Adam Scott alongside Britt Lower, Patricia Arquette, John Turturro, and Christopher Walken, the series was created by Dan Erickson and directed and executive produced by Ben Stiller. It’s a production of Fifth Season and Red Hour in association with Apple, and consistently ranks among the week’s most popular shows.

‘Foundation’ (2021– )

This epic story, drawing inspiration from Isaac Asimov’s books, follows mathematician Hari Seldon’s plan to lessen a coming period of chaos, unfolding over hundreds of years. The series stars Jared Harris, Lee Pace, Lou Llobell, and Leah Harvey. Created by David S. Goyer and Josh Friedman, and produced by Skydance Television and Apple, it features extensive world-building across multiple planets and groups, and is currently one of the most popular shows.

Tell us which Apple TV+ picks you’re queuing up this weekend—and why—in the comments!

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2025-10-18 17:58