Best 2026 Apple TV TV Shows for character appeal

#1

The Slow Horses remain a collection of abrasive, damaged misfits that viewers have nevertheless grown deeply attached to. That affection makes the season’s danger and deaths hit harder.

#2

Tom’s exasperated determination, Patricia’s loneliness and Wyck’s prickly warnings create an oddball ensemble that is easy to root for.

#3

Ian remains surprisingly easy to invest in despite his volatility, addiction, and destructive choices. Brammall’s performance is repeatedly credited for preserving that sympathy.

#4

The oddballs and even the antagonists are often lovable. Michael’s warmth emerges gradually, though his treatment of customers can still irritate.

#5

The fictionalized leads can be very lovable and charismatic when the show lets their friendship breathe, even when their behavior is foolish.

#6

Ted’s optimism, charm, and instinct for bringing out the best in people remain easy to like even when the season around him is uneven.

#7

Paula is flawed, rash and often funny, yet viewers still want to see her succeed. Her coworkers can be a tougher sell early on.

#8

Juliette remains a compelling heroine, and Camille emerges as an unexpectedly magnetic antagonist, though some supporting figures are less engaging.

#9

Karl’s vulnerability, Saga’s resourcefulness, and several supporting figures create strong interest. Jonah is more divisive, with reactions ranging from an engaging flawed protagonist to an uninspiring genre fixture.

#10

Character reactions vary by storyline; one reviewer specifically finds Blair somewhat annoying even while remaining interested in her arc.

#11

Max fascinates even when he is loathsome, but the Bowdens are often frustrating or difficult to sympathize with. The teenage characters are especially divisive.