For those who enjoyed “Platonic,” there’s a heartwarming Apple TV series with a 94 percent rating that should be on your radar.
This drama-comedy stars Seth Rogan and Rose Byrne and premiered on the platform in 2023. The series recently returned for its eagerly awaited second season, which has quickly garnered positive reviews.
“Platonic” revolves around the theme suggested by its title, focusing on two former college friends from different genders who reconnect in midlife while their personal lives are unraveling.
Instead of developing a romantic relationship, they remain just friends, subverting the typical will-they-won’t-they narrative often found in romance stories.
The first season achieved a 96 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics praised it, stating, “Even with bold swings and romance off the table, the rambunctious rapport between Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen makes Platonic an ideal relationship comedy.”
The first two episodes of the show premiered on August 6, with new episodes being released weekly until October 1.
If you’re seeking something else to delve into between new episodes, another Apple TV original might be the ideal choice.
This show has achieved a 94 percent Rotten Tomatoes score across its two current seasons.
Fans find it so captivating that many have binge-watched each season in a single night.
Similar to “Platonic,” this series emphasizes friendship and features well-developed, multifaceted characters portrayed by a stellar Hollywood cast, all with a touch of dark humor.
The show features Jason Segal as a therapist who is grieving the sudden death of his wife and trying to rebuild his life.
As he struggles to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter and grapples with his grief, he begins to tell his clients exactly what he thinks, breaking the conventional norms of his profession.
His candid approach creates unexpected changes in his patients’ lives. Throughout this journey, he receives support from his mentor Paul (Harrison Ford), who is coping with Parkinson’s disease, and his dedicated colleague Gaby (Jessica Williams), who is navigating her own recent divorce.
This series, known as “Shrinking,” debuted on Apple TV in 2023, with its second season slated for release in October 2024.
Due to its success, “Shrinking” has been renewed for a third season, expected to premiere in early 2026.
Rating the show five stars, one viewer shared, “It’s rare I want to binge watch anything but I did… in one night. Shrinking is emotional, funny and above all great acting. Harrison Ford is surprising in this role… In fact all the actors have the best chemistry together.”
Another fan expressed, “This series is special. Segal, Williams, and the legendary Harrison Ford are next level,” adding, “This may be my favorite show since Schitt’s Creek which swept the Emmys a few years ago. This show is special. Every episode is a dream.”
A third viewer simply commented, “Absolutely terrific and it never derails,” while another described it as heartwarming.
Both seasons of “Shrinking” are currently available for streaming on Apple TV.