Apple TV+ Review: The Most Creative Entertainment Platform in 2025
Streaming Smarter says: When Apple TV+ is great, it stands shoulder to shoulder with the best streaming services. The only problem is that the content isn’t coming fast enough. I love shows like “Severance,” “Ted Lasso,” “Shrinking,” “Slow Horses,” and “For All Mankind.” The movies and shows have great sound and cinematography. I wish every other streamer held to the standards of Apple TV+. The library isn’t nearly as deep as other streamers, but the quality is top-notch.
$9.99/mo.
Apple TV+ Pros and Cons
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What Does Apple TV+ Cost?
Apple TV+ is just $9.99/month, making it cheaper than nearly every other ad-free streaming service.
Can You Watch Apple TV+ for Free?
Yes. Enjoy 7 free days of Apple TV+ or get 3 months free when you get a new Apple device.
Are There Any Deals or Discounts for Apple TV+?
If you have Apple TV+, you can add MLS Season Pass for $12.99/month (save $2/month) or $79/season (save $20).
If you are a student, you can get Apple TV+ free with an Apple Music subscription (1 month free, then $5.99/month).
What Movies Does Apple TV+ Have?
Apple TV+ is home to critically acclaimed films like “Killers of the Flower Moon,” “CODA,” “Greyhound,” “Palmer,” “Tetris,” “The Banker,” “Wolfwalkers,” and “The Gorge.”
Occasionally, Apple TV+ brings in Hollywood movies from other studios, but that’s rare.
What TV Shows Does Apple TV+ Have?
The Apple TV+ formula is to take an established star and surround him or her with a compelling story.
You’ll be able to watch crowd-pleasers like “Ted Lasso,” “Silo,” “Slow Horses,” “Presumed Innocent,” “Shrinking,” “Lessons in Chemistry,” “Mythic Quest,” “Bad Sisters,” “The Morning Show,” “Foundation,” “The Lincoln Lawyer,” “Bad Monkey,” and “Black Bird.”
What Kids Content Does Apple TV+ Have?
Kids will find plenty to enjoy with Apple TV+, starting with the adventures of Charlie Brown and Snoopy (including the beloved Christmas and Halloween specials).
Other great shows include “Ghostwriter,” “Frog and Toad,” “Curses!” “Stillwater,” “Eva the Owlet,” “Yo Gabba GabbaLand!” “Lovely Little Farm,” “Fraggle Rock,” and “Slumberkins.”
Children will also enjoy movies like “Luck,” “The Velveteen Rabbit,” and several Charlie Brown originals.
What Sports Does Apple TV+ Have?
Apple TV+ gives you a lineup of exclusive Friday night MLB games. You’ll see two marquee matchups every week for 25 weeks.
If you subscribe to MLS Season Pass, you get a discount as an Apple TV+ subscriber.
Does Apple TV+ Have Originals?
Yes! Nearly everything you see on Apple TV+ is original and specific to the streamer.
Can You Download Apple TV+ Content?
Yes, you can download Apple TV+ shows and movies.
What Devices Work with Apple TV+?
- Roku
- Apple iPhone and iPad
- Android mobile devices and tablets
- Amazon Fire TV devices
- Android TV
- Google TV devices
- Samsung smart TVs
- LG smart TVs
- Sony smart TVs
- Panasonic smart TVs
- VIZIO smart TVs
- HiSense smart TVs
- VIDAA smart TVs
- PlayStation 4 and 5
- Xbox One and Series X/S
- Apple Vision Pro
- Web browsers
Can You Add Apple TV+ as a Prime Video Channel?
Yes. If you’d prefer to access your Apple TV+ shows and movies within Prime Video, you can add it as a channel.
Is Apple TV+ Worth It?
If you give Apple TV+ a try, you’re likely to find something you love. “Severance” and “Ted Lasso” are the platform’s biggest hits and a great place to start. As you dig deeper, you’ll find a lot of value in the masterful storytelling Apple demands.
Children will likely enjoy the well-crafted kids library, especially if they love Charlie Brown and Snoopy.
Because the library is still so small, this probably isn’t a service you subscribe to year ’round. I usually cancel when I’m finished with a new season of a show, then pick it up again a few months later. One day, Apple TV+ will have a library big enough to justify 12 months of subscription, but it’s not there yet.
$9.99/mo.
