Apple TV+ provides an irresistible lineup of shows that push the limits of storytelling. In a world where boundaries are perpetually pushed, these series tease, bewitch, and enthrall. From scintillating dramas that explore forbidden lust to engrossing stories that explore the depths of the human mind, the adult series on Apple TV+ provide a thrilling flight into a realm of intrigue.

 Regardless of whether you’re looking for the drama of passionate love affairs, intense relationships, or a shot of maturity, Apple TV+ provides a cinematic experience that will leave you mesmerized with these series.

23. You Would Do It Too (2023- )

Developed by Jordi Vallejo and David Victori, ‘You Would Do It Too,’ better known as ‘Tú También lo Harías,’ presents a thrilling interpretation of a tricky homicide case. When police officers Fran Garza (Pablo Molinero) and his ex-partner/co-worker Rebeca Quirós (Ana Polvorosa) get assigned the case of an armed robbery on a moving bus, it’s discovered that the three robbers were the victims. One of the riders slayed them and made his getaway. The twist? None of the other passengers will spill the killer’s name. Wouldn’t you, too? After all, the individual saved countless lives. Highlighting the numerous different types of law and justice that can be in direct conflict, the Spanish drama paints an exciting portrait of the dynamic between the public and the police. You can stream the series here.

22. Strange Planet (2023)

A 10-episode adult-animated sci-fi comedy series inspired by the hit webcomic of the same name by Nathan W. Pyle, ‘Strange Planet,’ as its title implies, takes place in an alternate “strange” world where blue creatures inhabit it. They are human-like, but their existence is, for the audience, a translation of the mundane human day-to-day experiences and customs that are decidedly ridiculous. Voice cast includes Danny Pudi, Lori Tan Chinn, Hannah Einbinder, Demi Adejuyigbe, and James Adomian. A series dealing with the particulars of life, ‘Strange Planet’ is funny and strangely insightful considering how normal it feels. You can stream the show here.

21. Bad Monkey (2024- )

Vince Vaughn plays detective-turned-restaurant-inspector Andrew Yancy in the black comedy series. Yancy’s beat is Southern Florida, and though his work isn’t glamorous, a severed arm leads him down a conspiracy rabbit hole of greed and deception. He’s having trouble explaining himself to his colleagues, who already have a bad opinion of his careless actions. Vaughn contributes his trademark comedic timing and delivery of dialogue to the show, which contributes to the general dark comedy tone of the show. The show also features Rob Delaney, Michelle Monaghan, and Jodie Turner-Smith. Bill Lawrence created ‘Bad Money’ from Carl Hiaasen’s 2013 novel of the same name. You can stream it here.

20. Presumed Innocent (2024)

This 8-episode legal thriller miniseries is an adaptation of Scott Turow’s 1987 bestselling novel previously adapted into the 1990 film of the same name. The plot revolves around Jake Gyllenhaal’s Rusty Sabich, the top deputy prosecutor in Chicago, who becomes the chief suspect for the murder of his co-worker Carolyn Polhemus, whose role is played by Renate Reinsve. What is disturbing is that Rusty, who is a family man, had an affair with Renate, and there’s evidence everywhere in Renate’s home that incriminates him. How Rusty goes through the proceedings of the law while dealing with its impacts on his home life and whether he is innocent at all are what we learn about in this drama. ‘Presumed Innocent’ is Gyllenhaal’s foray into TV drama. Produced by David E. Kelley, the series stars Ruth Negga, Bill Camp, O-T Fagbenle, and Peter Sarsgaard. You may watch it here.

19. City on Fire (2023-)

‘City on Fire’ is a thrilling crime drama series developed by Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, bringing to life Garth Risk Hallberg’s gripping novel. As Samantha Yeung becomes a victim of a fateful gunshot in New York City’s Central Park on July 4, 2003, an elaborate web of intrigue unfolds. The probe is entwined with mysterious city-wide fires, the vibrant downtown music culture, and a wealthy uptown real estate family threatened by the weight of their hidden secrets. This taut tale uncovers layers, revealing the fragile threads that tie together these seemingly disparate pieces, to entice viewers into an exciting journey of secrets and crime and the volatile city landscape. Watch the series here.

18. Tehran (2020-)

‘Tehran’ is a suspenseful spy thriller developed by Moshe Zonder. Niv Sultan plays Tamar Rabinyan, a Mossad agent thoroughly undercover in Iran. The action centers on Tamar’s high-level mission to take down Iran’s nuclear program, complicated by her surprise entanglements and the indefatigable Iranian intel officer, played by Shaun Toub. As tension reaches a boiling point, Tamar must master a maze of secrets, alliances, and double-crosses deep in Tehran, where each step could be life or death. Paired with the gifted cast, Zonder’s masterful narrative craft provides an unputdownable story of geopolitics and espionage in a high-stakes, clandestine world. It’s not mainstream erotic, but it has some moments that will get your heart pumping. You can watch the series here.

17. The New Look (2024- )

Developed by Todd A. Kessler, ‘The New Look’ depicts the emergence of fashion during World War II. It follows the best minds of the fashion universe, that is Coco Chanel, Christian Dior, Pierre Balmain, and Cristóbal Balenciaga, and their formulae, which oscillated from competition to encouragement to admiration to envy as they attempted to revolutionize fashion in an era where it didn’t even count. Featuring Ben Mendelsohn, Juliette Binoche, John Malkovich, Maisie Williams, and Claes Bang, ‘The New Look’ brings the forces of war and fashion together, thus creating particles that are sure to charge the cells in our brains. You can stream ‘The New Look’ here.

16. The Essex Serpent (2022)

‘The Essex Serpent’ is an engaging British gothic romance period drama miniseries and is a visual retelling of the novel by Sarah Perry. Written by writer Anna Symon and directed by Clio Barnard, the series has the talented duo of Claire Danes and Tom Hiddleston playing the lead roles in it. Danes stars as Cora Seaborne, an inquisitive widow from London who moves to Essex in order to investigate rumors of an elusive serpent. Embracing a unique alliance of science and skepticism, she forms an unexpected bond with the local pastor, played by Hiddleston. However, tragedy strikes, leading the community to point fingers at Cora, blaming her for the creature’s appearance. The series weaves a spellbinding tale of mystery, romance, and suspicion against the backdrop of 19th-century England. Feel free to check it out here.

15. Servant (2020-2023)

Brainchild of M. Night Shyamalan, ‘Servant’ is a psychological thriller show. The series boasts an incredible cast with Lauren Ambrose, Toby Kebbell, and Rupert Grint. The story revolves around a grieving couple, Dorothy and Sean, who employ a mysterious nanny, Leanne, to look after their reborn doll following the death of their child. The creepy premise escalates into a thrilling one as reality gets blurred with the supernatural. Although ‘Servant’ is popular for its dark and suspenseful narrative, it sometimes explores steamy and mysterious aspects that contribute to the show’s clandestine and provocative ambiance, leaving people on the edge of their seats. You can access the show here.

14. WeCrashed (2022)

‘WeCrashed’ comes as an intriguing corporate drama streaming miniseries expertly developed by creator Drew Crevello. Led by the talented duo of Jared Leto and Anne Hathaway, the series follows the rollercoaster ride of Adam and Rebekah Neumann, the actual married founders of WeWork, a co-working behemoth worth a whopping $47 billion that eventually collapsed over financial scandals. Based on the podcast ‘WeCrashed: The Rise and Fall of WeWork’ from Wondery, this series tells the story of the couple’s dizzying success both in business and love. When their passions burn as brightly, so does their empire, making them a power couple in the industry. But when trouble hits, their love is put to the ultimate test. ‘WeCrashed’ masterfully combines an engaging corporate thriller and a romantic love story. Though the show is set against the backdrop of a business crisis, at its center is the all-consuming, complicated affair between the founders, with their breathtaking performances by Leto and Hathaway winning the critics and audience over in droves. You may stream ‘WeCrashed’ here.

13. Black Bird (2022)

‘Black Bird,’ a compelling crime miniseries by Dennis Lehane, is based on the autobiographical novel ‘In with the Devil’ by James Keene. The story is about James “Jimmy” Keene, a former football prodigy who became a criminal, caught up in Operation Snowplow. Thinking he would receive a five-year sentence with parole after four years, he receives instead a ten-year, no-parole sentence for possession of a firearm. His natural charm and conning abilities attract the attention of federal authorities, resulting in an interesting proposition that might expunge his record. Whereas ‘Black Bird’ ventures into disturbing subjects and depicts a psychotic murderer, Keene’s charming allure is the focus, generating sizzling and fiery scenes. You can stream it here.

12. See (2019-2022).

‘See,’ an epic science fiction saga that is streaming only on Apple TV+, transports viewers to a world where mankind is dealing with the loss of vision and regards it as a myth. Created by writer Steven Knight, the post-apocalyptic drama focuses on a tribe of mountain dwellers who are blessed by destiny when twin-sighted kids are born. Jason Momoa and Alfre Woodard head a fantastic cast aided by the talents of Sylvia Hoeks and Hera Hilmar. Anders Engström’s direction sees the show not only explore the fight for survival but also set the screen ablaze with raw emotions and passionate romance. Momoa’s commanding presence and palpable chemistry with Hilmar stand the show tall, ensuring that ‘See’ burns with high-octane intensity and raging passion. You may watch the series here.

11. Silo (2023- )

Developed by Graham Yost, ‘Silo’ is a sci-fi dystopian drama television series based in the titular underground complex, the solo confinement/shelter for humankind after an ecological catastrophe that has excluded them from reaching the surface of the world. The silo has several levels where individuals, divided on the basis of their profession, reside and work. It is ruled by the central power, AKA the Judicial, which adheres to the regulations outlined in the constitution, the Pact. In this environment, we trail behind Juliette Nichols, a technician who chooses to venture outside the silo and onto Earth’s surface after discovering information that challenges the Judiciary’s laws. In accordance with the ‘Silo’ novel trilogy by Hugh Howey, the series presents an innovative and intriguing reinterpretation of a dystopian world, addressing issues of authority, politics, power, and control. Starring Common, Tim Robbins, Harriet Walter, Avi Nash, Rashida Jones, and David Oyelowo, ‘Silo’ is a thoroughly constructed drama that is constantly presenting us with new information for us to dissect and wonder what sinister secret resides in the silo as we await Nichols to do what is required, though might be harmful to her life. You can watch the series here.

10. Disclaimer (2024- )

Adapted from Renée Knight’s book and helmed by Alfonso Cuarón, ‘Disclaimer’ revolves around renowned journalist Catherine Ravenscroft (Cate Blanchett), whose former life comes back to haunt her and begins pursuing her through a book. It appears to bear an eerie similarity to her own life and harbors a salacious secret that only she should be privy to. What ensues is her current life and her past, unveiled in a non-chronological order. With its engaging plot and intense performances from Blanchett and Sacha Baron Cohen, who plays Robert Ravenscroft, Catherine’s husband, ‘Disclaimer’ is an intriguing psychological thriller. You can watch the mini-series here.

9. Chief of War (2025-)

Directed by Jason Momoa and Thomas Pa’a Sibbett, ‘Chief of War’ is an intense look at the indigenous Hawaiian culture. Starring in the 1700s, the plot is around Hawaiian warrior Ka’iana (Jason Momoa), who unites the four kingdoms in order to protect their home from the Western colonial powers. Filmed in Hawaii and New Zealand hills, the action-packed and dramatic show is rich in drama and action, both of which are reinforced by indigenous traditions and beliefs, maintaining a new world for the viewers to discover. The historical series also features Luciane Buchanan, Cliff Curtis, Mainei Kinimaka, Te Ao o Hinepehinga, Brandon Finn, and James Udom. You can watch it here.

8. The Morning Show (2019-)

Starring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon in the top roles, this hit drama depicts the politics and business of the news world. Aniston and Witherspoon play journalists Alexandra “Alex” Levy and Bradley Jackson, respectively. How the two attempt to coexist with one another as committed journalists with different ideals in UBA network’s The Morning Show (TMA), UBA’s morning news breakthrough television program, is the overall premise that is highlighted by the corporate life of news casting and individual lives of the inhabitants thereof. ‘The Morning Show’ is developed by Jay Carson and based on the 2013 novel ‘Top of the Morning: Inside the Cutthroat World of Morning TV’ by Brian Stelter. Apart from Aniston and Witherspoon, the show also features Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass, Néstor Carbonell, Karen Pittman, Steve Carell, and Desean Terry. You can stream the series here.

7. High Desert (2023)

Produced by Nancy Fichman, Katie Ford, and Jennifer Hoppe-House, ‘High Desert’ is a dark comedy filmed in the desert town of Yucca Valley, California. It revolves around Peggy (Patricia Arquette), an addict struggling to overcome her addiction as she deals with the death of her mother and her tumultuous relationship with her younger sister Dianne (Christine Taylor) and her husband Denny (Matt Dillon) who has recently been released from jail and refuses to divorce her because he loves her. On top of all that, she becomes a private investigator for a man named Bruce Harvey (Brad Garrett) and chooses to investigate the unusual case of Guru Bob (Rupert Friend), a former anchor-turned-spiritual-guru. How her midlife crisis goes awry, highlighted by a crime, is what we learn in this hugely funny but realistic drama. You can watch ‘High Desert’ here.

6. Government Cheese (2025- )

In the 1960s-set surrealist comedy drama show ‘Government Cheese,’ we find Hampton Chambers returning home from jail a transformed fellow. He was once an intruder, but now he has big plans for a new business venture that will popularize his new product, a self-sharpening power drill, as the next big hit in home electronics. However, while looking at what the future has in store for him, he forgets about his past, which soon catches up to him, bringing with it familiar and shady faces. Can Chambers keep himself from returning to his old roots? ‘Government Cheese’ stars David Oyelowo as Hampton Chambers, along with Simone Missick, Jahi Di’Allo Watson, Evan Ellison, and Bokeem Woodbine. Whether it is the humor, setting, or performances, the show delivers a punch, giving the viewers an amazing binge while serving as a visual time capsule. You can watch it here.

5. Your Friends & Neighbors (2025-)

Jon Hamm plays the role of hedge fund manager Andrew Cooper, who doubles up on generating revenue by unusual means in the black comedy drama television series ‘Your Friends & Neighbors.’ Having lost his job and other unfortunate personal events, he turns to the act of stealing from his neighbors in the upscale town of Westmont Village. Looking forward to making a mockery of the pretentious refinement, he tumbles into a cauldron of secrets that reveal the cash-fueled guffaws and grins of his “neighbors and friends.” Co-starring Olivia Munn, Amanda Peet, Mark Tallman, and Lena Hall, ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ is a bingeworthy critique of the wealthy and the bubble they inhabit or feign. You can watch it here.

4. The Studio (2025-)

‘The Studio’ is a compelling satirical take on Hollywood itself and demonstrates how Matt Remick (Rogen), the new boss of a struggling production outfit, AKA “studio,” approaches problems, such as fresh ideas, forgotten promises, profits and losses for business, and the competitive and volatile nature of the industry itself. Produced by Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory, and Frida Perez, ‘The Studio’ depicts a seldom-seen aspect of a film industry on screen, the actual and disorganized one. That is also complemented with celebrity cameos, such as Paul Dano, Nicholas Stoller, Charlize Theron, Martin Scorsese, Olivia Wilde, and Johnny Knoxville, thus proving its big scale successfully. You can watch it here.

3. Slow Horses (2022- )

A series of spy thrillers based on the ‘Slough House’ series of spy novels by Mick Herron, ‘Slow Horses’ revolves around a set of MI5 service rejects who have no other choice but to look to the Slough House branch and work together. Sent there because of their nearly career-ending blunders, the agents receive humble duties, with the bitter and grumpy Jackson Lamb (Gary Oldman) in charge. But the missions do put Britain at risk, and so the agents must do their best. Merging dark humor, dark crimes, and engaging plots, ‘Slow Horses’ is one of the best adult series out there. The show, alongside Oldman, also features Jack Lowden, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Jonathan Pryce, each of whom delivers a flawless performance. You can watch the show here.

2. Severance (2022- )

Written by Dan Erickson, ‘Severance’ is a sci-fi psychological thriller drama television series that takes place at the fictional biotech company Lumon Industries. It employs a specific “severance” practice to isolate the professional awareness of its employees from their personal awareness. When they are within, the employees have no information about their external lives, and when they are outside, they don’t know anything about their job. In such an environment, we have Mark Scout, who receives a mysterious letter regarding Lumon’s dark operations and learns that a worker who disrupted the “workflow” was mysteriously gone. Starring Adam Scott, Zach Cherry, Britt Lower, Tramell Tillman, and Dichen Lachman, among many others, ‘Severance’ is a thought-provoking drama that is at least a reflection of the work-life imbalance that the world is experiencing currently, with corporate work at the forefront. With an award haul that has included five Hollywood Critics Association TV Awards, the show can be streamed here.

1. Shrinking (2023- )

Written by Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel, and Brett Goldstein, ‘Shrinking’ revolves around a therapist attempting to cope with the death of his wife by reliving the grief through his patients and thus looking at their life problems differently. This, in return, helps him view his own life differently, something which apparently makes the pain easier to bear, much to our amusement. Starring Jason Segel, Jessica Williams, Michael Urie, Lukita Maxwell, Christa Miller, and Harrison Ford, ‘Shrinking’ provides an uncommon type of viewing ease that accompanies the sharing of pain, displaying reckless behavior that feels relatable and in fact is. The show can be streamed here. Read More: Best Adult Movies on Apple TV+