March on the Apple TV Plus will be filled with gripping mysteries, epic biopics, and laugh-out-loud comedies on the small screen
The much-talked-about period comedy "Palm Royale," starring Kristen Wiig, debuts this month, adding a splash of color to the sunny days ahead History buffs can look forward to Apple TV Plus in March Ridley Scott's biopic "Napoleon," about the battle-hardened French emperor, and "Manhunt," a miniseries about the manhunt following the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln
For those looking for something a little lighter, there is "The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin British comedian Noel Fielding's latest comedy, in which he presents an irreverent (and decidedly less historically accurate) portrayal of the infamous 18th century highway robber Dick Turpin There's also Season 2 of The Reluctant Traveler with Eugene Levy, in which famed "Schitt's Creek" star Eugene Levy returns for the trip of a lifetime he didn't know he needed new on Apple TV Plus in March 2024 Info
In Ridley Scott's latest film, the legendary director teams up once again with "Gladiator" star Joaquin Phoenix for a biopic of the infamous French emperor whose prowess made history [The film follows Napoleon Bonaparte's rise to power in the French Revolution, his military victories, and his courtship and eventual marriage to the wealthy widow Josephine de Beauharnais (Vanessa Kirby) As with previous historical epics produced by Apple Studios, no expense has been spared in depicting his checkered path from a soldier to the Emperor of France and his subsequent downfall
The film seemed to be a recipe for success, but reviews were divided Critics and audiences alike praised the acting and set pieces, but said they felt disjointed and ultimately failed to paint a complete picture of the character Nevertheless, "Napoleon" is definitely worth watching from the comfort of your own home
Premieres March 1 on Apple TV Plus
In the mood for offbeat comedy British comedian Noel Fielding's completely fictionalized look at the life of infamous 18th century highway robber Dick Turpin features a series of wild escapades This six-episode historical comedy features Turpin (Fielding) as the reluctant leader of a group of outlaws tasked with outwitting corrupt lawman and self-styled thief Jonathan Wilde (Hugh Bonneville)
In this irreverent retelling of history, Turpin is the most famous but least likely of the highway robbers, whose success is defined primarily by his charm, showmanship, and great haircut With his beloved delinquent friends in tow, Turpin navigates the peaks and valleys of his latest venture, including his shot at fame [The show is the second season of Apple TV's hit comedy/travel show "The Reluctant Traveler with Eugene Levy," starring "Schitt's Creek" star and co creator Eugene Levy returns this month Levy, a self-proclaimed indoorsman, steps out of his comfort zone and tours the sights that any respectable world traveler must visit The first season received a high score of 87% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, and this seven-part second season promises more of the same nervous fun and Levy's self-deprecating charm
This time, Levy attends a Swedish midsummer ceremony, faces off against an iconic Spanish soccer star, and sets sail on a fishing expedition around the Greek island of Milos Along the way, he will discover local hidden gems, learn more about his family history, including his first visit to his mother's native Scotland, and broaden his palate as he reluctantly experiences the region's most unique tourist attractions
Premieres March 8 on Apple TV Plus
"Manhunt" is shaping up to be a huge hit for Apple This conspiracy thriller revolves around the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln, one of the most famous but least understood crimes in American history
Based on the nonfiction book by New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award-winning author James L Swanson, this seven-episode miniseries follows Edwin Stanton (Tobias Menzies), Secretary of War under Lincoln, as he pursues John Wilkes Booth, and follows his pursuit of Wilkes Booth After Booth's dramatic escape from Ford's Theater at the end of the American Civil War, he is pursued by authorities through the streets of Washington, DC, across the swamps of Maryland, and into the woods of Virginia
Premieres March 15 on Apple TV Plus
One of the most anticipated series of the year, "Palm Royal," debuts this month on Apple TV Plus after SNL native Kristen Wiig is abandoned by her husband and social circle in the summer of 1969, She plays Maxine Simmons, an outsider trying to break into the Palm Royal Club (and by extension, Florida's high society)
This 10-episode period comedy has a star-studded cast Laura Dern, Allison Janney, Ricky Martin, and Carol Burnett will star in Juliette McDaniel's novel Mr & Mrs Wigg In addition to providing a peak of glamour and comedy, Wigg, along with co-star Dern and screenwriter Abe Sylvia, is the series' She also serves as executive producer The first three episodes will air on March 20, with the remaining episodes airing every Wednesday through early May
Premieres March 20 on Apple TV Plus
Fraggles returns for more epic adventures In the second season of the Emmy Award-winning series "Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock," a reboot of Jim Henson's classic "Fraggle Rock," the residents of Fraggle Rock are forced to confront their past and celebrate their interdependence And what better way to do that than to sing and dance?
The new season features Ariana DeBose ("West Side Story"), Catherine O'Hara ("Shits Creek"), Muppet enthusiast Brett Goldstein ("Ted Rathbone"), and David Diggs as Jamdolin of the Troubadours They will reprise their roles The first season currently holds a 100% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes and won Best Outstanding Art Direction at the first Children's and Family Emmy Awards
It premiered on Apple TV Plus on March 29
Comments