Apple TV+ has become an essential hub for new films and TV shows recently, with movies like Macbeth and Wolfwalkers garnering Oscar nominations. All eyes might be on their TV sector right now, with a new season of Ted Lasso coming in March, but it’s worth remembering that they have several exciting films on their slate for 2023.
So far, Apple TV+ has only released one film this year, but I’ll be back with more updates as they release films. I’ll be ranking them according to their Rotten Tomatoes score and sharing excerpts from our Ready Steady Cut reviews.
Best and Highest Rated Movies on Apple TV+ in 2023
1. Sharper
The first film of the year from Apple TV+ is a psychological thriller directed by Benjamin Caron, the British director best known for directing television episodes for shows including The Crown, Sherlock, and Andor. The film about a con artist and Manhattan billionaires never entirely lives up to the classics it is reminiscent of, but there’s still plenty to enjoy.
Official Premise: “Sharper” unfolds within the secrets of New York City, from the penthouses of Fifth Avenue to the shadowy corners of Queens. Motivations are suspect, and expectations are turned upside down when nothing is as it seems.
Cast: Julianne Moore, Sebastian Stan, Justice Smith, Briana Middleton, John Lithgow
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 72%
Review Excerpt: “Movies that feature the trials and tribulations of conmen and women can range from slick to camp. The A24 film, Sharper, is a bit of both, even if the first act is an intriguing setup, and the second act has a reasonably decent twist, albeit a con-artist movie trope we have seen before. All of this should add up to a proper payoff, but any confidence game on film needs to have a finish that tops them all. The third act of Benjamin Caron’s freshman feature is a telegraphed effort with a dull finish.”
And that completes our Best and Highest Rated Movies on Apple TV+ in 2023. What’s your favorite movie on Apple TV+? Comment below.
Check out our Where to Watch Shows and Movies Online Discovery Tool
