“Little Voice”, a series from J.J. Abrams, Sara Bareilles, and Jessica Nelson, is coming to Apple TV+ on July 10.
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Apple Announces Short-Form Docuseries ‘Greatness Code’
On Wednesday Apple announced a short form docuseries called “Greatness Code featuring stories from LeBron James, Tom Brady, and others.
‘Mythic Quest: Quarantine’ Was Shot With 40 iPhones
Hollywood Reporter talked with Rob McElhenney, creator and star of Mythic Quest, about the newest quarantine episode.
McElhenney pitched the idea to his bosses at Apple, who were immediately on board. To pull it off, he told a team in Cupertino, California, that the production would need 40 new iPhones and 20 sets of earbuds later that week.
“This was a Monday, and I said, ‘If we have them by Friday, I think we could pull this off. Is that possible?'” he recounts by phone. “There was a rep on the call who didn’t skip a beat. She said, ‘I already have them tracked down. They’re in L.A. and I can have them to you by this afternoon.'”
Apple's Target TV Market for Apple TV+ is What Again?
Streaming TV services have evolved, by design and content, to appeal to certain segments of the viewer marketplace. Except, it seems, Apple.
TV Tuesday: Apple TV+ Content Expansion – TMO Daily Observations 2020-05-19
John Martellaro and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss reports Apple is looking to buy content to expand the TV+ library.
Reports Says Apple Building Catalog of Older Video Content
A report today claims that Apple is trying to build a back catalog of video content to compete better with Netflix and Disney+.
Apple Orders 4-Part Docu-Series From Brian Lazarte, James Lee Hernandez
Apple has ordered a four-part documentary series from the directors of “McMillion$”, Brian Lazarte and James Lee Hernandez.
Mythic Quest: Quarantine Coming to Apple TV+ on May 22
Sound the horn! As noted on Instagram Friday, Mythic Quest: Quarantine will drop on Apple TV+ on May 22. The trailer tells you all you need to know. You’ve got time to binge the Mythic Quest: Raven’s Banquet series (again, obviously). See you on the other side!
Ridley Scott Signs First Look Deal With Apple TV+
Director Ridley Scott and his production company Scott Free Productions have signed a first-look deal with Apple for Apple TV+.
Media Monday: Apple TV and AppleTV and Apple TV+ – TMO Daily Observations 2020-05-11
John Martellaro and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple TV boxes, Apple TV apps, and the Apple TV+ streaming service.
'Defending Jacob' Becoming Apple TV+'s Breakout Success
‘The Morning Show’ launched Apple TV+ but the recently released ‘Defending Jacob’ could the streaming service’s breakout success.
Apple Hires BBC Factual Controller Alison Kirkham
Apple has hired BBC factual controller Alison Kirkham to join Apple TV+ this summer. She will remain in London and oversee unscripted content.
Annie Weisman to Produce Apple TV+ Projects for Two Years
Annie Weisman, producer and show runner of Apple TV+ series Physical, has signed a two-year contract to product exclusively for Apple.
Apple TV+ Taking Viewers on 'Unbelievable Journeys'
There appears to be a big push to bring in more Apple TV+ subscribers. Maybe it’s because of the ever-growing competition. Maybe it’s because a load of people will be getting their new iPhone SE soon and the company wants to remind them they get a year’s free subscription. Whatever it is, this is the second advert to land in about 24-hours. It focusses on the “unbelievable journeys” Apple TV+ can take viewers on and highlights some of the original flagship shows.
BBC Studios Production 'Trying' Now on Apple TV+
The British comedy series ‘Trying’ is now available on Apple TV+, as is the latest episode of ‘Defending Jacob’.
Apple Orders Comedy Series ‘The Shrink Next Door’ With Paul Rudd and Will Ferrell
Apple is bringing a comedy series to Apple TV+ called The Shrink Next Door based on a podcast by the same name.
Apple on a Roll, Apple TV+ and Streaming Video, with John Martellaro - ACM 527
John Martellaro joins Bryan Chaffin to discuss Apple’s recent roll when it comes to launching new products. They also talk about Apple TV+ and the other streaming video services, which are seeing a bit of a book thanks for shelter-in-place orders—including what it means for the future.
First Look at Apple TV+ Series ‘Defending Jacob’
Apple uploaded a trailer for its upcoming Apple TV+ show Defending Jacob, giving us the first glimpse into this thriller.
In this gripping, character-driven thriller, a shocking crime rocks a small Massachusetts town and one family in particular, forcing an assistant district attorney to choose between his sworn duty to uphold justice and his unconditional love for his son.
Based on the 2012 New York Times best-selling novel of the same name, this limited drama series stars Chris Evans, Michelle Dockery, Jaeden Martell, Cherry Jones, Pablo Schreiber, Sakina Jaffrey, Betty Gabriel, and J.K. Simmons.
New Streaming and Subscribers – TMO Daily Observations 2020-04-16
John Martellaro and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss new streaming services, and how the “old” ones stack up against them.
New Listening Habits, Apple TV+ on Apple TV Apps – TMO Daily Observations 2020-04-06
Dave Hamilton and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the trends in listening habits in the new age, and Apple’s (questionable) decisions about Apple TV+ within the Apple TV app.
Amidst COVID-19, Disney+ Soars. Apple TV+ Not So Much
Analysis shows that Apple TV+ decisions about new content don’t seem to be resonating with viewers under lockdown.
Apple TV+ British Comedy 'Trying' Arriving May 1
The trailer for Apple TV+ show Trying has arrived. It tells the tale of a British couple who look to adopt a child after they are unable to conceive. They need to grow up themselves though before they can look after a child. It’s a rather dark comedy and does actually seem pretty good – not that I’m biased, give it’s the first UK show! All episodes will arrive on May 1.
The Pick Your Streaming Service and Device Giveaway: HBO Now, Apple TV+, Hulu, Disney+, More
We have a giveaway for you today called The Pick Your Streaming Service and Device Giveaway. The winner can choose a streaming device, including, but not limited to: Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, and Google ChromeCast. And, a 1-year subscription to the streaming service of your choice — including, but not limited to: Netflix, Hulu, HBO, Showtime, and Disney+. Cool, right? To enter, register for our deal emails (which you should do anyway). If you’re already registered, click the Enter to Win button on the giveaway listing.
Apple TV+, Content Craters – TMO Daily Observations 2020-03-17
John Martellaro and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple TV+ as a service, and what it looks like in the future.