7 Apple TV Shows Worth Streaming in October 2026
Apple TV now costs $14.99 a month after its Aug. 28, 2026 price increase. For that price, here are seven shows that make October a good month to subscribe, starting with the ones that are complete and ready to binge.
| Show | Genre | Why now |
|---|---|---|
| Last Seen (2026) | Crime thriller | Six episodes, all out. Patrick Brammall plays a detective who gets a call that may be from his long-missing daughter |
| Ted Lasso | Comedy-drama | The new season has Ted coaching AFC Richmond's women's team |
| Slow Horses | Spy thriller | Gary Oldman's Jackson Lamb, with the latest season putting Slough House in an assassin's sights |
| Dark Matter | Sci-fi thriller | Joel Edgerton in Blake Crouch's alternate-life story |
| Brothers (2026) | Comedy | Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson play versions of themselves who may be related |
| Silo Season 3 | Sci-fi mystery | The season that starts explaining why the silo exists |
| Cape Fear (2026) | Psychological thriller | Javier Bardem, Amy Adams and Patrick Wilson in a series version of the classic |
How to binge it in one month
Finishing Last Seen and Cape Fear takes about two weekends. Ted Lasso and Silo are good one-episode-a-night shows. If you sign up for one month, start with the finished series and save the long-running ones like Slow Horses for later.
Watching Apple TV with DIRECTV
The Apple TV app runs on Google TV devices, including DIRECTV's Gemini, as well as Roku, Fire TV and smart TVs. Apple TV is also where F1 races stream in the U.S. starting in 2026, and it carries MLS. For local sports, though, you'll still need a TV package. See does Apple TV have local sports networks vs. DIRECTV. For more on Ted Lasso, see how to watch Ted Lasso Season 4 on DIRECTV.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is Apple TV in October 2026?
$14.99 a month, after its Aug. 28, 2026 increase from $12.99.
Is Last Seen finished?
Yes. All six episodes are out.
Can I watch Apple TV on a DIRECTV Gemini?
Gemini runs Google TV, and Google TV supports the Apple TV app. Check the app store on your device.
Is Ted Lasso back?
Yes. The new season follows Ted coaching AFC Richmond's women's team.
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Details reviewed October 12, 2026. Picks and availability as of mid-October 2026. Channel lineups, regional networks and package availability vary by address and may change. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site; all marks belong to their respective owners.