20 Best Drama TV Shows on Apple TV Plus 2026
Find 20 standout Apple TV Plus dramas, from Silo and Slow Horses to Ted Lasso, Dark Matter, Sugar, and new 2026 series worth adding now.
If you’re looking for the best drama TV shows on Apple TV Plus, this list brings together suspense, heart, and sharp storytelling in one place. From the tense, underground mystery of Silo and the spy-driven grit of Slow Horses to the warmth of Ted Lasso and the emotional edge of Shrinking, Apple’s lineup has something for every mood. You’ll also find genre-bending standouts like Dark Matter and Sugar, plus newer arrivals such as Widow's Bay and Lucky that are already getting attention. With drama, mystery, sci-fi, comedy, and sport all represented, this page makes it easy to spot the shows worth starting next.
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Ted Lasso
comedy · drama · sport
Ted Lasso, an American football coach, moves to England when he's hired to manage a soccer team—despite having no experience. With cynical players and a doubtful town, will he get them to see the Ted Lasso Way?
Directed by Declan Lowney, MJ Delaney, Erica Dunton, Matt Lipsey, Tom MarshallCast Jason Sudeikis, Jeremy Swift, Hannah Waddingham, Brendan Hunt, Juno TempleApple TV Plus -
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Silo
drama · mystery · sci-fi
In a ruined and toxic future, thousands live in a giant silo deep underground. After its sheriff breaks a cardinal rule and residents die mysteriously, engineer Juliette starts to uncover shocking secrets and the truth about the silo.
Directed by Amber Templemore, Michael Dinner, Aric Avelino, Adam Bernstein, Morten TyldumCast Shane McRae, Rebecca Ferguson, Common, Tim Robbins, Harriet WalterApple TV Plus -
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Widow's Bay
comedy · drama · horror
A skeptical mayor leads the superstitious residents of a cursed New England island.
Directed by Hiro Murai, Andrew DeYoung, Samuel Donovan, Ti WestCast Matthew Rhys, Kate O'Flynn, Kevin Carroll, Dale Dickey, Kingston Rumi SouthwickApple TV Plus -
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Dark Matter
drama · sci-fi · thriller
Jason Dessen is abducted into an alternate version of his life. To get back to his true family, he embarks on a harrowing journey to save them from the most terrifying foe imaginable: himself.
Directed by Alik Sakharov, Jakob Verbruggen, Roxann Dawson, Logan George, Celine HeldCast Joel Edgerton, Jennifer Connelly, Alice Braga, Jimmi Simpson, Dayo OkeniyiAmazon Prime VideoApple TV Plus -
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Lucky
crime · drama · mystery & thriller
When a multi-million-dollar heist goes sideways, con artist Lucky is forced to go on the run. Pursued by both the FBI and a ruthless crime boss, Lucky must fight for her life—and a way out.
Directed by Jonathan van Tulleken, Jet Wilkinson, Greg YaitanesCast Anya Taylor-Joy, Annette Bening, Clifton Collins Jr., Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Timothy OlyphantApple TV Plus -
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Slow Horses
drama · thriller
Follow a dysfunctional team of MI5 agents—and their obnoxious boss, the notorious Jackson Lamb—as they navigate the espionage world's smoke and mirrors to defend England from sinister forces.
Directed by Adam Randall, Saul Metzstein, James Hawes, Jeremy Lovering, Robert McKillopCast Gary Oldman, Jack Lowden, Kristin Scott Thomas, Saskia Reeves, Christopher ChungApple TV Plus -
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Shrinking
comedy · drama
Jimmy is struggling to grieve the loss of his wife while being a dad, friend, and therapist. He decides to try a new approach with everyone in his path: unfiltered, brutal honesty. Will it make things better—or unleash uproarious chaos?
Directed by Randall Keenan Winston, James Ponsoldt, Zach Braff, Anu Valia, Ry Russo-YoungCast Jessica Williams, Luke Tennie, Lukita Maxwell, Jason Segel, Michael UrieApple TV Plus -
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Women in Blue
crime · drama
In 1971, four women defy convention and join Mexico's first female police force, only to discover it's a publicity stunt to distract the media from a serial killer. As the body count grows, they make a pact to bring the killer to justice.
Directed by Fernando Rovzar, J.M Cravioto, Alfonso Pineda Ulloa, Sara SeligmanCast Bárbara Mori, Ximena Sariñana, Miguel Rodarte, Natalia Téllez, Amorita RasgadoApple TV Plus -
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Sugar
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
An enigmatic private detective struggles with personal demons as he investigates the disappearance of a Hollywood producer's beloved granddaughter.
Directed by Fernando Meirelles, Adam Arkin, Michael Morris, Adam Bernstein, Amat EscalanteCast Colin Farrell, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, James Cromwell, Amy Ryan, Dennis BoutsikarisApple TV Plus -
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For All Mankind
drama · sci-fi
Explore an aspirational world where NASA and the space program remained a priority and a focal point of our hopes and dreams as told through the lives of NASA astronauts, engineers, and their families.
Directed by Sergio Mimica-Gezzan, Dan Liu, Meera Menon, Sylvain White, Andrew StantonCast Coral Peña, Wrenn Schmidt, Joel Kinnaman, Cynthy Wu, Krys MarshallApple TV Plus -
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Pluribus
drama · sci-fi
The most miserable person on Earth must save the world from happiness.
Directed by Gordon Smith, Vince Gilligan, Adam Bernstein, Melissa Bernstein, Zetna FuentesCast Rhea Seehorn, Karolina Wydra, Carlos-Manuel Vesga, Miriam Shor, Soledad CamposApple TV Plus -
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Severance
drama · mystery · sci-fi · thriller
Mark leads a team of office workers whose memories have been surgically divided between their work and personal lives. When a mysterious colleague appears outside of work, it begins a journey to discover the truth about their jobs.
Directed by Ben Stiller, Aoife McArdle, Uta Briesewitz, Samuel Donovan, Jessica Lee GagnéCast Adam Scott, Britt Lower, Zach Cherry, Tramell Tillman, Jen TullockApple TV Plus -
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Margo's Got Money Troubles
comedy · drama
The daughter of a former Hooter's waitress and an ex-pro wrestler, Margo is a recent college dropout and aspiring writer. Faced with a new baby, mounting pile of bills, and dwindling number of ways to pay them, Margo must find a way forward.
Directed by Dearbhla Walsh, Kate Herron, Alice SeabrightCast Elle Fanning, Nick Offerman, Greg Kinnear, Michelle Pfeiffer, Thaddea GrahamApple TV Plus -
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The Crowded Room
biography · crime · drama · mystery · thriller
In 1979 Manhattan, a young man is arrested for a shocking crime — and an unlikely investigator must solve the mystery behind it.
Directed by Brady Corbet, Mona Fastvold, Kornél Mundruczó, Alan TaylorCast Tom Holland, Amanda Seyfried, Sasha Lane, Will Chase, Lior RazApple TV Plus -
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Cape Fear
crime · drama · thriller
A happily married couple faces a growing threat when a notorious killer from their past, Max Cady, is released from prison and seeks revenge.
Directed by Amanda Marsalis, Jon S. Baird, S.J. Clarkson, Reed Morano, Steven PietCast Amy Adams, Javier Bardem, Patrick Wilson, Joe Anders, Lily ColliasApple TV Plus -
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Your Friends & Neighbors
crime · drama
When a financial titan suddenly finds himself divorced and jobless, he starts robbing his wealthy neighbors to stay afloat. Stealing from his own social circle strangely exhilarates him—but he gradually gets tangled in a deadly web.
Directed by Stephanie Laing, Greg Yaitanes, Craig Gillespie, Phil Abraham, Stacie PassonCast Jon Hamm, Amanda Peet, Olivia Munn, Hoon Lee, Lena HallApple TV Plus -
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Trying
comedy · drama · romance
All Nikki and Jason want is a baby—the one thing they can't have. So they decide to adopt. With their dysfunctional friends, screwball families, and chaotic lives, will the adoption panel agree that they're ready to be parents?
Directed by Jim O'Hanlon, Ellie Heydon, Ollie Parsons, Elliot HegartyCast Rafe Spall, Esther Smith, Sian Brooke, Darren Boyd, Oliver ChrisApple TV Plus -
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Lessons in Chemistry
drama
In the 1950s, Elizabeth Zott's dream of being a scientist is challenged by a society that says women belong in the domestic sphere. She accepts a job on a TV cooking show and sets out to teach a nation of overlooked housewives way more than recipes.
Directed by Bertie Ellwood, Tara Miele, Millicent Shelton, Sarah Adina Smith, Amber TemplemoreCast Brie Larson, Lewis Pullman, Aja Naomi King, Stephanie Koenig, Patrick WalkerApple TV Plus -
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Foundation
drama · sci-fi
Follow a band of exiles on their monumental journey to save humanity and rebuild civilization amid the fall of the Galactic Empire.
Directed by Roxann Dawson, Alex Graves, David S. Goyer, Christopher J. Byrne, Jennifer PhangCast Jared Harris, Lou Llobell, Lee Pace, Terrence Mann, Laura BirnApple TV Plus -
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Black Bird
biography · crime · drama · mystery · thriller
As Jimmy Keene begins a 10-year prison sentence, he gets an incredible offer: If he can elicit a confession from suspected killer Larry Hall, Jimmy will be freed. Completing this mission becomes the challenge of a lifetime.
Directed by Michaël R. Roskam, Joe Chappelle, Jim McKayCast Taron Egerton, Paul Walter Hauser, Sepideh Moafi, Greg Kinnear, Ray LiottaApple TV Plus
Wrapping Up
Whether you want something intense, funny, emotional, or full of twists, this roundup is built to help you choose faster. The mix of established favorites and newer releases makes it a useful guide for finding your next Apple TV Plus binge. Bookmark this page and come back whenever you want a fresh recommendation, since it’s updated regularly as new series arrive and the lineup keeps changing. If you’re narrowing down what to watch next, these picks give you a strong starting point.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is this list updated?
We refresh this list regularly as titles are added or removed from streaming catalogs, so rankings and availability stay current.
Do I need a Apple TV Plus subscription to watch these?
Yes — every title on this list is currently available on Apple TV Plus. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
How are these drama shows ranked?
We rank by a combination of audience rating and current popularity, so you're seeing the drama titles people are actually watching right now, not just an old fixed list.
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Last updated: September 11, 2026