Apple TV has revealed the first look at Prodigies, its upcoming romantic comedy starring Will Sharpe (The White Lotus) and Ayo Edebiri (The Bear). The seven-episode series will premiere globally on Wednesday, February 10, 2027, with two episodes, followed by weekly releases until March 17.
Created, written, directed and executive produced by Sharpe, the series follows two former child prodigies who have been together since childhood. Now in their early 30s, they begin questioning their relationship and whether their adult lives have lived up to the expectations they once had.
The newly released images offer a glimpse of the lead characters, including Edebiri standing inside a classroom, Sharpe looking across a city skyline at sunset, and the couple together on a bridge. The series also features John Malkovich, Tobias Menzies and Maria Bakalova.
Don’t miss the best of The Mac Observer
Set us as a preferred source and our Apple reporting ranks higher in your Google Search results and Discover feed — one tap, no account changes.
Apple has shared the first official images of Prodigies, featuring Will Sharpe as Ren and Ayo Edebiri as Didi. The photos introduce the couple and offer an early look at the show’s setting and visual style.
An official teaser or trailer has not been released yet.
Prodigies Plot: A Childhood Romance Faces an Unexpected Reality
Prodigies follows Didi and Ren, two former child geniuses who have been romantically involved since they were nine years old. Having grown up together, the couple now finds itself wondering whether the ordinary lives they have built match the extraordinary futures everyone once expected from them.
Their story moves between London, Tokyo and Virginia as they reconsider their ambitions, personal choices and the future of their relationship. As their individual goals begin to change, the couple must figure out whether their shared history is enough to keep them together.
The upcoming series explores the challenges of maintaining a long-term relationship while dealing with personal expectations and the pressure to achieve something meaningful.
Alongside Sharpe and Edebiri, the supporting cast includes John Malkovich, Tobias Menzies, Yumi Asō, Maria Bakalova, Sophia Di Martino, Rina Sawayama, Reece Shearsmith, Meera Syal and Andrene Ward-Hammond.
The series is produced by SISTER, with Sharpe and Edebiri serving as executive producers. Apple originally announced the project in April 2025, and the latest update confirms its release schedule.
Apple continues to expand its comedy lineup, which recently welcomed Brothers, starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, and Small Prophets, another comedy now streaming on Apple TV.
FAQs
When will Prodigies premiere on Apple TV?
Prodigies premieres Wednesday, February 10, 2027, with its first two episodes. Apple will release one new episode every Wednesday until March 17.
How many episodes are in Prodigies Season 1?
The first season contains seven episodes, including the two episodes arriving on premiere day.
Who stars in Prodigies on Apple TV?
Will Sharpe and Ayo Edebiri lead the series as Ren and Didi. The supporting cast includes John Malkovich, Tobias Menzies, Yumi Asō, Maria Bakalova, Sophia Di Martino and Rina Sawayama, among others.
What is Prodigies about?
The romantic comedy follows two former child prodigies who have been together since they were nine. As adults, they begin questioning their ambitions and whether their relationship and everyday lives have fulfilled their childhood expectations.
Is there an official Prodigies trailer?
Apple has released first-look images of the upcoming series, but an official trailer has not been announced.
Where can you watch Prodigies?
Prodigies will stream exclusively on Apple TV starting February 10, 2027, with new episodes arriving weekly.
Apple TV costs $14.99 per month in the United States, with a seven-day free trial available to eligible new subscribers. Meanwhile, viewers can explore the latest Apple TV shows and upcoming releases while waiting for the new romantic comedy.
Are you planning to watch Prodigies when it premieres in February? Let us know what you think of the first look and its cast in the comments.
Discussion