'Loot,' 'Cha Cha Real Smooth' and more: What's new on Apple TV Plus this month
Apple TV+ has tons of exciting new content coming your way in June. From the second season of the streamer's smash hit series, "Physical," to new episodes of "Shining Girls" and "The Essex Serpent" plus the premiere of other must-see shows and movies, Apple TV+ has your watchlist covered this month.
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Best luxury TV: 65" Samsung 'The Frame' QLED 4K TV 2022, $1,800 (reduced from $2,000)
Best value streaming stick: Fire TV Stick Lite, $30
Sundance audience award-winning film, "Cha Cha Real Smooth," stars Dakota Johnson as the mother of an autistic teen who befriends a professional party starter. Maya Rudolph stars in the lighthearted new sitcom "Loot" as a spiraling billionaire who decides it's time to start giving back. And Rose Byrne returns as a burgeoning lifestyle guru in the second season of "Physical."
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Apple TV+ is available for $5 per month. New subscribers can try Apple TV+ free for seven days. And it's free for free for three months when your purchase an eligible Apple device.
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Still searching for the right show or movie to stream this weekend? Be sure to check out our guides on everything new coming to Paramount+, new shows on Apple TV+ and all the best movies to stream this week. Plus, we've got family-friendly TV show and movie suggestions, recommendations for the best Hulu originals, Showtime shows worth watching and a crash course on everything you should catch up on before watching "Stranger Things" season four. Here's what's new on Apple TV+ in June 2022, plus a roundup of all the best shows to watch on the platform.
'Physical' (Season 2, June 3)
This dark comedy follows an unhappy housewife (played by Rose Byrne) in the 80s who struggles daily with her inner critic. Her life starts to turn around, however, when she discovers the wonderful world of aerobics. The second season of "Physical" premieres June 3 on Apple TV+, with new episodes streaming weekly.
"Physical" (Season 2), streaming now
'Cha Cha Real Smooth' (June 17)
Recent college grad Andrew is living with his parents, feeling aimless and working as a professional party starter for bar and bat mitzvahs. But when he strikes up a friendship with a mom and her autistic daughter, he begins to understand what he wants his future to look like. Cooper Raiff writes, directs and stars alongside Dakota Johnson in this unique dramedy, which brought home the Audience Award at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival.
"Cha Cha Real Smooth," streaming June 17
'Loot' (June 24)
When billionaire Molly Novak (played by Maya Rudolph) is betrayed by her husband, she begins a public spiral towards rock bottom. But when Molly discovers she has a charity foundation in her name, she decides to focus on giving back, rather than giving up. Joel Kim Booster, Nat Faxon and Mj Rodriguez also star in this lighthearted comedy series, streaming June 24.
The best shows on Apple TV+ right now
If you're new to Apple TV+, the following exclusive series are not to be missed.
'The Essex Serpent'
In Victorian England, the newly widowed Cora (played by Claire Danes) moves to Essex, and becomes obsessed with a local superstition about a mythical serpent haunts the area. While investigating rumors of the so-called Essex Serpent, Cora strikes up a friendship with a pastor (played by Tom Hiddleston). But after tragedy plagues the town, Cora's new community turns against her. New episodes of "The Essex Serpent" are streaming weekly.
"The Essex Serpent," now streaming
'Shining Girls'
Starring Elisabeth Moss, "Shining Girls" follows Kirby, a newspaper archivist working at the Chicago Sun-Times in the early '90s. A brutal attack from her past leaves Kirby unable to keep the facts of her day-to-day life straight. But when a murder with similar details to Kirby's own attack occurs, she must team up with a colleague to pin down her past. Wagner Moura, Jamie Bell, Phillipa Soo and Amy Brenneman star alongside Moss in this new thriller series. New episodes of "Shining Girls" premiere weekly.
"Shining Girls," now streaming
'Roar'
This anthology series explores the trials and tribulations of womanhood through wild and mystical avenues. Adapted from a collection of short stories by Cecelia Ahern, "Roar" features poignant portraits of the female experience starring beloved actresses including Nicole Kidman, Issa Rae, Fivel Stewart, Merritt Weaver, Cynthia Erivo and Betty Gilpin. The show also boasts a star-studded supporting cast with appearances from Daniel Dae Kim, Jake Johnson, Jason Mantzoukas, Nick Kroll, Judy Davis, Alfred Molina, Griffin Matthews, Peter Facinelli and more.
"Roar," now streaming on Apple TV+
'WeCrashed'
Adapted from the podcast "WeCrashed: The Rise and Fall of WeWork," this new limited series stars Anne Hathaway and Jared Leto. They play WeWork co-founders Rebekah and Adam Neuman, alongside a cast that includes O-T Fagbenle, Kyle Marvin and America Ferrera. WeWork transformed from a single co-working space into a $47 billion brand in less than a decade, then its value plummeted. Across eight episodes, this limited drama series examines what really happened at WeWork, from its inception to its crash.
"WeCrashed," now streaming on Apple TV+
'Pachinko'
"Pachinko" is an adaptation of the New York Times best-selling novel. The international drama series, told across three languages -- Korean, Japanese and English -- follows a Korean immigrant family through four generations, exploring their hopes and dreams and each individual's quest to make them a reality. The epic family saga stars the Oscar-winning Youn Yuh Jung, Korean superstar Lee Minho, Soji Arai, Jin Ha, Inji Jeong, Minha Kim and more.
"Pachinko," now streaming on Apple TV+
'Severance'
Led by Adam Scott of "Parks and Recreation," "Severance" is a thrilling new series that follows a group of office workers who have opted to undergo a surgical procedure that partitions work memories and personal ones, leading them to live two separate lives. When a former colleague approaches one of the workers outside of the office, one man begins to question what he's signed up for. Patricia Arquette, Christopher Walken and Dichen Lachman star alongside Scott in this unsettling drama.
"Severance," now streaming on Apple TV+
'Ted Lasso'
"Ted Lasso" follows a kindhearted American football coach, played by Jason Sudeikis, as he crosses the pond to tackle professional soccer. With his uber-contagious optimism and relentlessly warm presence, Lasso slowly but surely melts the hearts of his outwardly gruff new team of British footballers, and their emotionally closed-off owner, one homemade biscuit at a time.
"Ted Lasso," now streaming on Apple TV+
'The Morning Show'
"The Morning Show" captures a dramatic fictionalized inside look at the high-stakes lives of the personalities who wake America up each morning. When anchor Alex Levy's coworker is fired in response to sexual misconduct allegations, she must fight to maintain her own job and reputation as a top news reporter. "The Morning Show" stars Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Steve Carell and more.
"The Morning Show," now streaming on Apple TV+
'Servant'
This psychological horror series, produced by M. Night Shyamalan, follows Dorothy and Sean, a wealthy couple undergoing deep trauma after the loss of their 13-week-old child, Jericho. They hire a nanny, Leanne, shortly after Jericho's death to take care of the extremely lifelike baby doll that Dorothy has come to believe is Jericho. Sean becomes suspicious of the devoutly religious Leanne, who has no qualms about treating the doll as Jericho. Lauren Ambrose, Toby Kebbell, Nell Tiger Free and Rupert Grint star in this dark and twisted series. The third season of "Servant" is now streaming.
"Servant," now streaming on Apple TV+
The best TV deals right now
If you prefer to forego the multiplex in favor of streaming the best new movies at home, it may be time to upgrade your home theater. Keep reading to check out the best deals on TVs, TV cabinets and more.
Samsung 'The Frame' QLED 4K smart TV 2022: $200 off
The latest edition of "The Frame" features a matte, anti-reflection display. The 1-inch-thick screen streams all your favorite TV shows and movies in 4K resolution, and can seamlessly transition to Art Mode to display your favorite paintings and photographs. Plus, it's $200 off right now at Samsung.
65" Samsung 'The Frame' QLED 4K TV 2022, $1,800 (reduced from 2,000)
75" Samsung 'The Frame' QLED TV 2022, $2,800 (reduced from $3,000)
65" Samsung QN900A Neo QLED TV: $3,000
A premium Samsung TV can cost a lot, especially when it's something the Samsung QN900A Neo TV, which boasts 8K resolution, AI upscaling and a Quantum LED panel. Factor in a massive, 65-inch screen, and you're looking at a $5,000 TV. Luckily, Samsung has a great deal that knocks a $2,000 off the price, bringing it down to $3,000.
65" Samsung QN900A Neo QLED TV, $3,000 (reduced from $5,000)
75" Samsung QN900A Neo QLED TV, $4,000 (reduced from $7,000)
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
Amazon's in-house streaming platform is Fire TV. This 4K device comes with an Alexa voice remote, and supports Dolby Atmos Audio. Right now, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale for $15 off its usual price.
Fire TV Stick Lite
Sure, the Fire TV Stick Lite is the Amazon streaming stick with the least frills, but it's also Amazon's most affordable streaming stick. With the Fire Stick Lite, you can stream TV shows and movies in full HD, and enjoy some Alexa-enabled voice controls. If you're looking for the cheapest way to stream on an older TV, the Fire TV Stick Lite is a great option. Pick one up today for $10 off its usual price.
2022 Chromecast with Google TV
For Google loyalists, the new 2022 Chromecast with Google TV can, ahem, streamline your streaming experience. Get personal recommendations based on your subscriptions, viewing history and purchase history.
2022 Chromecast with Google TV, $50
Full motion TV wall mount: $55
Mount your new TV with ease with this tilted, 4.8-star-rated wall mount. It's designed to handle televisions ranging in size from 47 to 84 inches.
Full motion TV wall mount (for 47" - 84" TVs), $55
