5 Best New Apple TV Series To Binge-Watch This Week (October 19–23, 2026)

Published Oct 18, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT

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These are the 5 best new shows to binge-watch on Apple TV from October 19–23, 2026, including a major finale, new seasons, and current streaming hits. From Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson's comedy series to Gary Oldman's Emmy-winning spy thriller, these are the latest and greatest new series that are actually worth binge-watching on Apple TV right now for fans of any and all major genres.

This week, some of the best new series on Apple TV are a hidden gem comedy series with a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score, the season 2 return of a celebrated crime comedy show, and the newest episode of a gripping psychological sci-fi thriller. While massive streaming hits like Ted Lasso, Widow's Bay, and Severance always remain good options on Apple TV, these five shows are all from the streamer's current slate.

Brothers

Brothers premiered back on September 23 on Apple TV and has grown to become the streamer's #5 most-watched series worldwide right now. Starring the iconic duo of Hollywood A-listers Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, Brothers takes on the hilarious premise that the two star actors could actually be related in real life. Although Brothers has received mixed reviews from both critics and audiences, its viewership makes it clear that McConaughey and Harrelson remain a winning duo. The sixth of eight episodes arrives this Wednesday, October 21, ahead of its finale on November 4.

Small Prophets

Small Prophets is one of the most critically acclaimed comedy series on Apple TV that you may have never heard of. The genre-blending comedy series combines elements of fantasy and drama to create a truly unique viewing experience created by BAFTA-winner Mackenzie Crook. Small Prophets earned a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score and is only 7 episodes long, making it the ideal length for a full binge when all of its episodes are available on November 7. The series follows Pearce Quigley as Michael Sleep, a lonely hardware store employee who finds a supernatural way to find out what happened to his missing partner, Clea.

Where’s Wanda?

Where's Wanda? returns with its season 2 premiere on Wednesday, October 21, followed by new weekly episodes throughout Fall 2026. Where's Wanda? combines comedy and crime aspects in its 8-part first season, telling the story of desperate parents who search for their missing daughter. With little help from police, these parents set out on their own investigation to crack the case, which reveals dark secrets in their community. Where's Wanda? also earned a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score for its frist season and is celebrated for its exceptional blend of crime and comedy.

Dark Matter

Dark Matter has been one of the biggest streaming hits on Apple TV since its second season premiered back on August 28. Now, nearly two months later, Dark Matter season 2 is nearing the end of its run, dropping its penultimate episode this Friday ahead of its finale on October 30. Dark Matter stars Joel Edgerton, Jennifer Connelly, Jimmi Simpson, and more, and earned a solid 81% Rotten Tomatoes score for both seasons. The psychological sci-fi thriller is based on a celebrated book by Blake Crouch, who also created the series for streaming. If you love all of Apple TV's sci-fi series, Dark Matter is a must-watch this week.

Slow Horses

Slow Horses is the best new series to binge-watch on Apple TV this week, especially since its season 6 finale arrives on Wednesday, October 21. Slow Horses has been called the best spy thriller on Apple TV, and with good reason, as it has been one of the most consistently prestigious series on the platform since its debut in 2022, winning 3 Emmys and earning a near-perfect 98% Rotten Tomatoes score. Slow Horses season 6 consists of just six episodes, meaning there's still time to binge the first five ahead of the finale this week, only on Apple TV.

Slow Horses