After months of speculation, Apple is getting into the streaming business. While currently not set to be a director competitor to Netflix, Apple’s set to release a unique service named Apple TV+. The one similarity is its goal to offer up a slate of original programming while still hosting the sort of third-party content that’s already available on regular Apple TV.
Where Apple TV+ stands out is based on partnerships with companies including HBO, the new Apple TV Channels app will make it possible for users to access premium content like episodes of Game of Thrones that were previously only available from a cable package or direct through HBO via HBO Now.
At launch, the new Apple TV app will feature content from a number of major content networks, and also introducing a range of original content with Apple TV+. Some of the shows that are set to debut at launch are:
Amazing Stories – From the brain of Steven Spielberg, Amazon Stories is a reboot of the sci-fi/fantasy anthology series from the ‘80s.
The Morning Show – Starring Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Aniston, Steve Carrell, The Morning Show is a new sitcom that takes an inside look at the people and the crews who make today’s daily TV news programs.
Little America– Produced by Silicon Valley alum Kumail Nanjiani, Little America is an anthology series that explores the stories of various immigrants as they try to live through and define their own version of the American dream.
Helpsters – While regular Sesame Street isn’t going away, to fill out Apple’s new streaming service, Big Bird and co. have created this new children’s show for preschoolers that inspires and teaches kids to code while also developing important skills like critical thinking.
Little Voice – From the mind of J.J. Abrams, is a musical look at the life of a young artist (played by Sara Bareilles) as she tries to get her career started in New York City.
Oprah– In what may be the biggest get of them all, Apple concluded the launch of Apple TV+ by bringing out Oprah, who has partnered with Apple to celebrate diversity, promote openness, and explore topics such as mental health and the labor industry starting with the release of two new documentaries.
Sea – Starring Jason Momoa and Alfre Woodard, Sea is one of the more nebulous projects that attempts to change the way you think about senses, and how they affect your perception of the world.
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No word on what the price for the upcoming Apple TV+ will be.
