What can outmatch a major motion picture set in World War II, starring Tom Hanks, and filled with some epic battle scenes on warships in the ocean? Apparently a major motion picture set on a futuristic, apocalyptic planet Earth, with eye-catching environmental set pieces -- and a very good dog.
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Apple TV+ shares a first look at the upcoming dark comedy series ‘The Shrink Next Door’ starring Will Ferrell and Paul Rudd
In June of this year, Apple TV+ offered the first teaser trailer for the upcoming dark comedy series The Shrink Next Door. At the same time, the streaming service was confirming to any would-be viewers that they'd be able to start watching the show starting November 12, 2021. And now that that date is fast approaching, Apple's drumming up some more awareness.
Apple TV+ debuts official trailer for ‘Twas the Fight Before Christmas’ documentary about too much holiday cheer
How much is too much cheer? Even when it comes during the holidays? Apparently one town's citizens have figured out the mental math on that one, and have even gone as far as to take those numbers to one man living in North Idaho. Below, you can see the first official trailer for what that actually looks like.
Apple TV+ original film ‘The Greatest Beer Run Ever’ adds Ruby Ashbourne Serkis, Matt Cook, and others to cast
Back in March, it was reported that Apple was one of the leading bids on a brand new film called The Greatest Beer Run Ever. The film is set to star Zac Efron (The Greatest Showman) and Russell Crowe (Gladiator). But, since that first news drop, we've been hearing quite a bit some casting details for the upcoming Apple TV+ movie.
Apple TV+ picks up four-part docuseries based on the life and career of Earvin “Magic” Johnson
Apple TV+ has been a source of documentaries right out of the gate. And, ever since the original video streaming service went live, it has been adding to that library of content ever since. And today marks yet another new addition coming soon to the service.
Matt Dillon and Rupert Friend join the cast of Apple TV+ series ‘High Desert’
Last time we heard about High Desert, an upcoming comedy series for Apple TV+, it was September of 2020. But now, more than a year later and we actually have some new news to share on the upcoming show. And it's more people joining the cast.
Meadowlark Media, started by two former ESPN colleagues, signs first-look deal with Apple TV+
There was a time not too long ago when it seemed like Apple was signing new first-look deals with companies and creators on a regular basis. Things have cooled down quite a bit since then, on that front at least, but today revitalizes things a bit.
Eugene Levy will host ‘The Reluctant Traveler’ series for Apple TV+
Are you looking to get your eyeballs in front of a brand new travel series? How about one starring Eugene Levy from Schitt's Creek? Well then you are in luck, because Apple TV+ is here to give you exactly what you want.
Apple TV+ teases upcoming season 3 of thriller ‘Servant’ ahead of January 21 premiere
M. Night Shyamalan, who executive produces the series Servant for Apple TV+, has a plan for the thriller. It appears that he might actually have the chance to pull it off, too. To get there, we'll need to wait for the third season premiere, which is slated to happen at the beginning of 2022.
Apple TV+ is launching on Comcast devices
Availability for services is important. It's how any service picks up customers. Which is why it's equally important for even a company like Apple to reach beyond its walled garden. And, indeed, Apple TV+ is available across devices and platforms, with one more big new addition in the works.
Apple TV+ renews ‘Mythic Quest’ for seasons three and four
Mythic Quest, the workplace comedy that has earned itself as one of the best for Apple TV+ since its first episode, already ran through its second season, with the final episode airing in June. But it looks like the streaming service is not quite ready to give up on the shenanigans that take place in that particular office just yet. In fact, not for a while, as it has just picked up a pair of season renewals.
Meryl Streep, Gemma Chan, David Schwimmer and others join Apple TV+ climate change series ‘Extrapolations’
We first heard about a climate change anthology series coming from Scott Z. Burns way back in January of last year. At the time, nothing was confirmed, but it looked like Apple was close to securing a deal for the series that would eventually see the light of day on Apple TV+. It actually wouldn't be until December that the deal would be finalized, and some of the initial details were revealed. And today, we finally know how the cast is shaping up.