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The 10 Best Apple TV+ Shows, Ranked by Critics
Since launching in 2019, Apple TV+ has quietly built the most critically acclaimed lineup of any streamer, anchored by shows like Severance and Slow Horses. We ranked the ten highest-rated Apple TV+ series by critic score — vote below if your favorite deserves the top spot.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Apple TV+ Shows
### What is the highest-rated Apple TV+ show on this list? Shrinking leads this list with a 92% Rotten Tomatoes score, tied with For All Mankind.
### When did Apple TV+ launch? Apple TV+ launched in 2019.
### Which Apple TV+ show is best for thriller fans? Severance, created by Ben Stiller and starring Adam Scott, is the top pick for viewers who want a psychologically thrilling mystery.
### Is Ted Lasso still the most popular Apple TV+ comedy? Ted Lasso is the most critically acclaimed comedy on Apple TV+ on this list, with a 90% Rotten Tomatoes score.
Frequently Asked Questions About Apple TV+ Shows
What is the highest-rated Apple TV+ show on this list? Shrinking, with a 92% Rotten Tomatoes score among the entries shown here.
Which Apple TV+ show is best for new viewers? Severance is the most internationally discussed title on this list and a common starting point for new subscribers.
How were these Apple TV+ shows ranked? By critic score, with ties broken by overall reception and awards recognition as referenced in each entry.
When did Apple TV+ launch? Apple TV+ launched in 2019.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top shows to watch on Apple TV+ right now?
The top shows include critically acclaimed series like 'Ted Lasso,' 'Severance,' 'The Morning Show,' 'For All Mankind,' and 'Slow Horses,' all of which consistently rank among the best on the platform.
Which Apple TV+ shows are considered must-watch for new subscribers?
For new subscribers, must-watch series are 'Ted Lasso' (feel-good comedy), 'Severance' (mind-bending thriller), and 'The Morning Show' (drama with A-list stars), as they represent the platform's strongest offerings.
Are Apple TV+ original series worth the subscription cost?
Yes, Apple TV+ offers a relatively small but high-quality library of original shows, with several winning Emmy and Golden Globe awards, making it worthwhile for fans of prestige television.
What genres do the best Apple TV+ shows cover?
The best shows cover a range of genres including comedy ('Ted Lasso'), sci-fi ('Severance'), drama ('The Morning Show'), historical sci-fi ('For All Mankind'), and spy thriller ('Slow Horses').
How often does Apple TV+ add new top-tier shows to its lineup?
Apple TV+ releases new seasons of its flagship shows annually and introduces several new original series each year, maintaining a steady stream of high-quality content.
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