Apple TV+ is Apple's streaming service, included with Apple device purchases and available by subscription. It produces a relatively small catalog of original content but with unusually high production quality and, by streaming standards, a more family-conscious content profile than Netflix, Hulu, or Amazon.
Apple TV+ has been compared to HBO in its content approach — a smaller catalog pursued with production quality and creative ambition. This means fewer shows overall but a higher percentage of genuinely excellent content. Apple's brand sensitivity (family-friendly hardware company) has produced a streaming service that is notably less gratuitously explicit than Netflix or Hulu.
Ted Lasso (65/100) — one of the most acclaimed shows of recent years — was an Apple TV+ original. Severance (58/100) is one of television's most ambitious creative achievements. Slow Horses (58/100) is one of the finest spy dramas ever made. Pachinko (65/100) is a multigenerational epic with Christian faith as a positive, sustaining force for its characters. See our Best Christian Shows on Apple TV+ hub for the full ratings.
Apple TV+ is not without concerns. Some originals have significant language (Severance, Slow Horses), and the platform does include mature content. Its children's content catalog is thin. But compared to other streaming platforms, it is the most content-conscientious option for adult Christian viewers who want quality dramatic television. At ~$10/month, it is also one of the more affordable major platforms.
For Christian adults who want quality television: Apple TV+ (58/100) is the best choice among major streaming platforms. Netflix (35/100) has more content but more concern. Hulu (30/100) has current TV but more adult content. Amazon (38/100) has range but includes The Boys.
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