Apple TV unveils 2026 lineup: Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, Mayday, Ted Lasso & more!

Betting big on 2026, Apple TV+ revealed a "one premiere per week" strategy during its latest press event. The slate is packed with heavy hitters, including a first look at Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2, the sophomore season of the detective thriller Sugar, and the Ryan Reynolds-led Cold War survival film Mayday.

The Last Thing He Told Me - Season 2

Jennifer Garner returns as Hannah in Season 2 of The Last Thing He Told Me, premiering February 20, 2026. After five years of peace, her world is shattered when Owen (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) resurfaces, forcing Hannah and stepdaughter Bailey into a perilous race to reunite their family while outrunning the mob.

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters - Season 2

In Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2, the fate of the world hangs in the balance as heroes and villains unexpectedly reunite on the legendary Skull Island. Premiering February 27, the new season uncovers long-buried secrets and introduces a mysterious village where a mythical Titan—the bioluminescent "Titan X"—rises from the sea.

Imperfect Women

Based on Araminta Hall’s novel, Imperfect Women is an unconventional thriller centered on a crime that destroys a lifelong bond between three friends. It offers a raw examination of guilt, retribution, and the irreversible compromises that define adult life.

Your Friends and Neighbors

Jon Hamm returns as the charmingly criminal Andrew "Coop" Cooper in Season 2 of Your Friends & Neighbors, premiering April 3, 2026. The disgraced hedge fund manager turns up the heat on his suburban robberies, but his spree hits a snag when a suspicious new neighbor threatens to pull back the curtain on his secret life

Outcome

Starring Keanu Reeves, Cameron Diaz, and Matt Bomer, Jonah Hill’s Outcome arrives on April 10, 2026. This dark Hollywood comedy explores a damaged star’s journey toward sobriety and redemption as he faces his past to secure his future.

Margo's Got Money Troubles

Starring Elle Fanning, Margo’s Got Money Troubles is a bold family drama about an aspiring writer and recent dropout. Navigating life with a new baby and mounting debt, Margo leans on her unique parents—an ex-Hooters waitress (Michelle Pfeiffer) and a former pro wrestler (Nick Offerman)—to survive her financial spiral.

Criminal Record

Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo return as reluctant allies in Criminal Record Season 2. Premiering April 22, the new chapter forces the clashing detectives to bridge their differences as a fresh investigation tests their uneasy partnership.

Widow's Bay

Matthew Rhys stars as a small-town mayor in Widow’s Bay, a 10-episode comedy-horror series arriving on Apple TV+ this April 29. Created by Katie Dippold, the show follows a New England island community where local superstitions suddenly come to life, forcing the mayor to manage both the town's panic and very real supernatural threats.

Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed

Tatiana Maslany stars in Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, a dark comedy-thriller centered on Paula, a newly divorced mother. Her mundane life takes a sharp turn into a chaotic underworld of blackmail and murder—all while navigating the unlikely backdrop of competitive youth soccer.

Cape Fear

Javier Bardem stars as the chilling Max Cady in this new Cape Fear series, inspired by the classic 1991 film. When the notorious killer is released from prison, he launches a calculated campaign of vengeance against attorneys Anna and Tom Bowden (Amy Adams and Patrick Wilson), the couple responsible for his incarceration.

Sugar

Colin Farrell stars as John Sugar in this modern reimagining of the classic private eye trope. Tasked with finding the missing granddaughter of a Hollywood mogul, Sugar’s investigation forces him to dig through the Siegel family’s darkest secrets, revealing a mystery much larger than a simple disappearance.

Lucky

In Lucky, a professional con artist (Anya Taylor-Joy) finds her streak has finally ended following a massive robbery. Now a fugitive pursued by federal agents and the underworld alike, she is forced into a deadly game of survival where her wits are the only thing keeping her one step ahead of her enemies.

The Dink

In this suburban comedy, a washed-up tennis pro (Jake Johnson) teams up with his stubborn father (Ed Harris) to save their family’s country club. Together, they launch a hilariously misguided war against the rising tide of pickleball players threatening their tennis legacy.

Mayday

Stranded deep in the Russian wilderness after his plane is downed, an American soldier must fight for survival in the Apple TV+ original Mayday. Starring Ryan Reynolds, the film follows his harrowing journey across enemy territory as he outruns both the elements and the Soviet military.

Matchbox The Movie

Based on the legendary Mattel brand, Matchbox follows a group of childhood friends whose lives are turned upside down by the return of their former leader, Sean (John Cena). Now a CIA operative, Sean accidentally drags his old crew into a dangerous, globetrotting mission filled with high-speed action.

Way of the Warrior Kid

Chris Pratt stars as Uncle Jake, an elite Navy SEAL who launches "Operation Warrior Kid" to help his struggling nephew find his footing. Rather than focusing on physical combat, Jake teaches the boy that true strength comes from self-discipline, mindset, and the courage to face one's internal battles.

Ted Lasso Season 4

Ted Lasso returns to Apple TV+ in Summer 2026, with Jason Sudeikis reprising his iconic role. This season follows Ted’s move back to England to helm AFC Richmond’s new second-division women’s team. With production moving between London and Kansas City, the new chapter reunites fan favourites like Hannah Waddingham and Brett Goldstein while introducing Tanya Reynolds as a new assistant coach.