The 40 Best Shows on Apple TV, WIRED’s Picks (December 2025)

As we near the end of 2025, Apple TV continues to deliver some of the most compelling and innovative content in the streaming landscape. From gripping dramas to hilarious comedies, there is something for everyone on the platform. Here are WIRED’s picks for the top 40 shows currently available on Apple TV:

1. The Morning Show: This drama starring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon delves into the chaos behind the scenes of a morning news show.
2. Ted Lasso: A heartwarming comedy about an American football coach who moves to England to coach a soccer team.
3. For All Mankind: An alternate history series that imagines what would have happened if the space race had never ended.
4. Defending Jacob: A gripping crime drama about a family torn apart by a shocking accusation.
5. See: A visually stunning sci-fi series set in a world where everyone is blind.
6. Mythic Quest: Raven’s Banquet: A hilarious comedy that takes a behind-the-scenes look at a video game development studio.
7. Home Before Dark: A mystery series inspired by true events, following a young girl’s investigation into a cold case.
8. Central Park: An animated musical comedy about a family living in New York City’s Central Park.
9. Little America: An anthology series that tells the true stories of immigrants in America.
10. Truth Be Told: A drama starring Octavia Spencer as a true crime podcaster who reopens a murder case.

With a mix of genres and styles, Apple TV offers a diverse range of high-quality shows that are sure to keep you entertained. Whether you’re in the mood for drama, comedy, sci-fi, or true crime, there is something for everyone on the platform. So grab your popcorn, settle in, and start streaming these top 40 shows on Apple TV today!