Although it’s been relatively quiet on the Apple TV Plus horizon lately, I have found solace in rewatching the initial three seasons of Slow Horses. This time, I’m sharing the experience with my eldest child, who is equally captivated by the series.
However, there are thrilling new titles set to debut on the streaming platform in August 2024 that promise to be strong contenders for our top Apple TV Plus offerings. Three shows, in particular, have already secured a spot on my watchlist. Ranging from unsettling true stories surrounding drug cartels to fictional exploits filled with Floridian chaos and emotional multi-generational narratives, these upcoming releases offer compelling reasons to stay in.
Tales from the Drug World (August 9)
While documentaries may not be Apple TV Plus’s hallmark like dramas are, Tales from the Drug World could shift that perception. This gripping four-part documentary resembles a script straight out of Narcos: Mexico, yet it portrays a frighteningly real story—delving into one of today’s most dangerous drug cartels. The series explores their methods of money laundering and highlights how federal authorities uncovered their operations and endeavored to dismantle them. Early reviews indicate this series elevates true crime storytelling through its remarkable production quality and expansive narrative scope.
Time Traveling Saga: Pachinko Season 2 (August 23)
The recent trailer for season two of Pachinko left me teary-eyed; this grand narrative enveloping love and resilience is poised to be as mesmerizing as its predecessor. Pachinko chronicles four generations within a family across Korea and Japan, promising an intriguing continuation focused on time travel elements between pivotal historical moments—specifically concluding days of World War II juxtaposed with the profit-driven late ‘80s era.
Florida Follies: Bad Monkey (August 14)
I’m particularly thrilled about this adaptation based on Carl Hiaasen’s works—from his humorous yet suspenseful Florida crime narratives comes Bad Monkey, starring Vince Vaughn as Andrew Yancy—a suspended police officer turned restaurant inspector. His routine takes a dark twist when a severed arm surfaces during his inspection duties, plunging him into an underworld rife with greed and deception alongside notable talents such as Michelle Monaghan and Rob Delaney. Adaptations can often leave fans apprehensive; however, I hold hope that this will follow in the footsteps of successful adaptations like The Lincoln Lawyer, focusing more on capturing spirit than adhering closely to source material.
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