Top 5 Must-See Shows to Binge This Weekend on Free Apple TV+

Apple TV+ is offering a weekend of complimentary access, presenting a prime opportunity to explore its exclusive content. While popular streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, and Prime Video often take the spotlight, Apple TV+ houses a compelling assortment of films and television series worth your time.

This weekend, you can enjoy a variety of top-notch programming before the subscription model resumes. While fan favorites such as Ted Lasso, Masters of the Air, Presumed Innocent, and For All Mankind are noteworthy, we’ve curated a list of five must-watch series that exemplify the best offerings from Apple TV+. Below, in alphabetical order, are our top recommendations.

1. Bad Sisters

Cast: Sharon Horgan, Anne-Marie Duff, Eva Birthistle, Eve Hewson, Fiona Shaw

Synopsis: Following the tragic loss of their parents, the Garvey sisters unite under a life-long promise to safeguard one another.

Why You Should Watch: As fans of Derry Girls eagerly awaited more Irish wit, Bad Sisters fills that void with a brilliant blend of dark humor. Designed by Motherland writer Sharon Horgan, this series combines audacious storytelling with an all-female cast, carving out a fresh narrative that captivates and entertains.

2. Criminal Record

Cush Jumbo and Peter Capaldi investigating the case in Criminal Record. — Apple TV+

Cast: Peter Capaldi, Cush Jumbo, Cathy Tyson, Zoë Wanamaker, Charlie Creed-Miles

Synopsis: Detective Superintendent June Lenker receives an anonymous tip about a cold murder case, leading her to confront Detective Chief Inspector Daniel Hegarty, whose controversial past casts doubt on the original conviction.

Why You Should Watch: This gripping detective story features the undeniable chemistry of Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo, engaging audiences with a narrative that keeps you guessing right until the last frame.

3. Disclaimer

Catherine and Robert in happier times in Disclaimer. — Apple TV+

Cast: Cate Blanchett, Kevin Kline, Sacha Baron Cohen

Synopsis: Based on the novel by Renée Knight, Disclaimer follows Catherine Ravenscroft, a documentary filmmaker whose life spirals out of control upon discovering a book that uncovers a buried secret from her past.

Why You Should Watch: With masterful direction from Alfonso Cuarón, this visually stunning series intertwines dual storylines and perspectives, reminiscent of Big Little Lies. The suspenseful journey through privilege and hidden darkness unfolds in a captivating manner.

4. Severance

Severance Season 2 trailer: Adam Scott as Mark holding balloons — Apple TV+

Cast: Adam Scott, Zach Cherry, Britt Lower, John Turturro, Tramell Tillman, Patricia Arquette

Synopsis: In a near-future world, Mark lives a monotonous existence, working a tedious job while his memories are surgically divided between his work and personal life.

Why You Should Watch: Highly regarded as one of the standout series on Apple TV+, Severance uniquely merges dystopian themes with workplace absurdity, delivering a viewing experience that’s both unsettling and original. With Season 2 on the horizon, now is the perfect time to start binge-watching.

5. Slow Horses

Cast: Gary Oldman, Jack Lowden, Kristen Scott-Thomas, Saskia Reeves, Rosalind Eleazar

Synopsis: Based on Mick Heron’s novels, Slow Horses revolves around a cohort of MI5 operatives assigned to a purgatorial location called Slough House, where they handle mundane tasks but also find themselves embroiled in intelligence operations.

Why You Should Watch: This series offers a delightful blend of espionage thrills and sharp humor, distinguishing itself with its richly developed characters and laugh-out-loud moments, most notably through Gary Oldman’s portrayal of the irreverent Jackson Lamb.

How to Access Apple TV+ for Free

From January 3-5, 2025, you can enjoy Apple TV+ without a subscription charge. To take part in this offer, simply use your Apple ID to access content across compatible devices.

For more entertainment suggestions, check out our list of the most anticipated TV shows of 2025, alongside films that promise to be this year’s favorites.

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