5 Apple TV Shows With All-Star Casts That Deserve A Bigger Audience

Apple TV boasts a diverse collection of shows, some of which have gained significant popularity while others remain relatively unknown. In this article, we will explore five Apple TV series that feature all-star casts and deserve a wider audience.

First on our list is "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed," starring Tatiana Maslany in a role that showcases her incredible range. Maslany plays Paula, a divorced mother whose life takes a dramatic turn when she becomes entangled in a dangerous criminal conspiracy. Despite Paula's questionable decisions, Maslany's performance brings sincerity and depth to her character, making it impossible not to root for her. The show also features Jake Johnson and Murray Bartlett, and it has a second season in the works.

Next, we have "Platonic," a comedy series starring Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen. Byrne plays Sylvia, a stay-at-home mom who reconnects with her former friend Will (Rogen) after hearing about his divorce. Rogen co-created the show, while Byrne stars in the dark comedy "Physical." Together, they bring contrasting energies to their roles, with Rogen often appearing as a laid-back stoner and Byrne as a more high-strung character.

"Platonic" focuses on the dynamics of a platonic friendship between a man and a woman, making it a unique and engaging watch.

"Schmigadoon!" is a whimsical and fun musical comedy series that features a stacked supporting cast. Cecily Strong and Keegan-Michael Key star as Melissa and Josh, a couple who find themselves in a town called Schmigadoon, where everyone acts like they're trapped in a 1940s musical. The show embraces the musical form while also poking fun at it, with catchy songs and a series of talented guest performers, including Kristin Chenoweth, Ariana DeBose, Alan Cumming, Fred Armisen, Jane Krakowski, Aaron Tveit, and Martin Short.

Despite its cancellation after two seasons, the show has since been resurrected for the Broadway stage.

"Down Cemetery Road" stars Emma Thompson alongside Ruth Wilson, a formidable and respected duo in the world of television. The series is based on a novel by Mick Herron and adapted by Morwenna Banks, the co-writer of "Slow Horses." Wilson plays Sarah Trafford, an art conservator who becomes obsessed with finding the missing child of her neighbor, whose young son survived an explosion.

She hires Zoë Boehm (Thompson), a cynical private investigator, to help her in her search. Thompson's performance as the misanthropic investigator adds depth and complexity to the series, making it an intriguing and thought-provoking watch. Though only two seasons have been released so far, "Down Cemetery Road" has already earned its place among Apple TV's best crime dramas.