Following the successful debut of Stick, and ahead of the much-anticipated return of The Buccaneers for its second season, Apple TV+ has two releases this weekend that promise to grip both kids and adults alike. Here’s what to watch:
Echo Valley
From Apple Original Films, Echo Valley stars Julianne Moore (The Big Lebowski) as Kate, a mother whose stable life running a horse therapy ranch is shattered when her drug-addicted daughter Claire, played by Sydney Sweeney (Euphoria), shows up covered in blood.
The film, directed by BAFTA-winner Michael Pearce (Beast) and written by Emmy-nominated Brad Ingelsby (Mare of Easttown), digs into just how far a mother will go to protect her child, blending psychological suspense with emotional depth. It also stars Kyle MacLachlan, so it should be an instant watch for any Twin Peaks fans out there.
Watch Echo Valley on Apple TV+
Not a Box
If you’re in the mood for heartwarming family fun, Not a Box is the perfect pick. Inspired by Antoinette Portis’s award-winning picture book, this new animated preschool series centers on Riley, a bright-eyed rabbit who transforms a simple cardboard box into incredible worlds brimming with friends and adventures.
Executive-produced by Emmy-winner Michael Rabb (Handy Manny), this eight-episode series features a vibrant, handcrafted aesthetic from BAFTA-nominated animator Siri Melchior.
Watch Not a Box on Apple TV+
Coming June 18: The Buccaneers, Season 2
The Buccaneers welcomes returning cast members to its second season, including Kristine Frøseth, Alisha Boe, Aubri Ibrag, Josie Totah, Imogen Waterhouse, Mia Threapleton, Emmy Award nominee Christina Hendricks, Guy Remmers, Matthew Broome, Josh Dylan, Barney Fishwick, Amelia Bullmore, Fenella Woolgar and newcomers Leighton Meester, Greg Wise, Jacob Ifan, Grace Ambrose and Maria Almeida.
Watch The Buccaneers on Apple TV+
Coming June 27: Smoke
From Apple Studios comes “Smoke,” a new series created, written, and executive produced by acclaimed author Dennis Lehane. Starring Egerton as arson investigator Dave Gudsen and Emmy Award nominee Jurnee Smollett as police detective Michelle Calderone, “Smoke” also features Rafe Spall, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Hannah Emily Anderson, Emmy Award nominee Anna Chlumsky, Adina Porter, Academy Award and Emmy Award nominee Greg Kinnear, Emmy Award winner John Leguizamo, and featuring a new song by Thom Yorke.
Watch The Buccaneers on Apple TV+
Apple TV+ is available for $9.99 per month and features hit TV shows and movies like Ted Lasso, Severance, The Studio, The Morning Show, Shrinking and Silo.
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