Apple TV’s 10-Part Thriller Is Quietly Taking Over & More Shows To Watch This Weekend

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Apple TV’s latest thriller series is quickly becoming a hit, climbing the viewership charts just days after it launched. It’s the perfect show to binge-watch this weekend! Apple TV has had a strong spring, releasing popular shows like the crime drama starring Jon Hamm, Your Friends & Neighbors, and the highly anticipated remake of Cape Fear, which arrives in just a few weeks.

Apple TV+ is delivering fantastic shows right now! Along with a clever new comedy-crime series that just premiered, you can enjoy a thrilling, unpredictable supernatural mystery in the vein of Stephen King, and a beautifully made adaptation of a popular coming-of-age story with a standout performance by Elle Fanning. Make sure to check out these top picks from Apple TV+ this Memorial Day Weekend.

Widow’s Bay

Widow’s Bay is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about new series, not only on Apple TV+, but across all streaming services. Featuring the talented Matthew Rhys – known for his roles in shows like The Beast in Me and The Americans – the series unfolds in a beautiful, isolated New England town on an island where strange and unexplainable events are part of the local stories.

In the Apple TV series Widow’s Bay, Tom Loftis, the mayor of Widow’s Bay, struggles to balance containing strange supernatural events with the challenges of raising his teenage son. The show is captivating and moves at a quick pace, with each episode lasting around 36-42 minutes. It’s currently a hit with critics – boasting a 97% rating on Rotten Tomatoes – and is the #2 trending show in the U.S., making it a must-watch this weekend.

Margo’s Got Money Troubles

I’ve been catching up on Apple TV+’s latest hit, Margo’s Got Money Troubles, and it’s easy to see why everyone’s talking about it – it’s currently their most-watched show globally! The series really shines thanks to its incredible cast. Elle Fanning is fantastic as Margo, a single mom navigating a new life as an online personality, and she’s supported by some serious heavy hitters like Michelle Pfeiffer, Nick Offerman, and even Nicole Kidman. Honestly, it’s one of the best ensemble casts I’ve seen on Apple TV+ yet, and it elevates the whole show.

Haven’t started watching Margo’s Got Money Troubles yet? Now is the perfect time! The season 1 finale arrived on Wednesday, May 20th, meaning all eight episodes are now available to stream. You can watch the entire season in just a few hours. Plus, Apple TV has already renewed the show for season 2, and it’s receiving rave reviews with a 97% score on Rotten Tomatoes, making it a show you definitely don’t want to miss.

Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed

If you’re looking for a new Apple TV show to watch tonight, Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed is an excellent choice. It’s a really innovative series, blending dark humor, a mystery, and thrilling suspense. The first two episodes premiered on May 20th, and it feels like a great follow-up to Margo’s Got Money Troubles.

David Rosen’s (known as Sugar) new show, Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, centers on Paula, a divorced mother played by Tatiana Maslany. Her life is thrown into chaos when her cam boy friend, Trevor, is attacked online and she receives a ransom demand for $50,000. This event threatens her custody battle and pulls her into a strange mystery involving everything from a possible murder to the competitive world of youth soccer. If you’re looking for an unusual and thrilling show to watch this weekend, Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed is a great choice on Apple TV.

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2026-05-21 23:48