Apple TV+ is lining up a new summer thriller for subscribers: Lucky, a limited crime drama led by Anya Taylor-Joy and adapted from Marissa Stapley’s best-selling novel. The series kicks off on July 15 with two episodes dropping at launch, followed by a weekly rollout through the end of the summer.
A high-stakes manhunt after a multimillion-dollar heist
At the center of Lucky is a professional con artist whose life implodes when a multimillion-dollar robbery goes off the rails. After the job backfires, she finds herself simultaneously hunted by the FBI and a powerful crime boss, forcing her into an unstable, rootless flight where every move could be her last.
The series builds tension around this relentless escape, as the weight of her past decisions keeps catching up with her. The narrative tracks both her desperate attempts to stay one step ahead and the very real fallout of the choices she’s made, weaving together action scenes, psychological showdowns and fraught family dynamics.
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From page to screen: Jonathan Tropper adapts a best-seller
The show is created by Jonathan Tropper, who also serves as showrunner alongside Cassie Pappas. The story is based on Marissa Stapley’s novel Lucky, a book that was selected by the Reese’s Book Club, and the series is produced by Apple Studios with Tropper Ink and Hello Sunshine, Reese Witherspoon’s company.
This project continues Apple TV+’s collaboration with creative partners behind several recent scripted titles on the service. Multiple episodes are directed by Jonathan Van Tulleken, whose approach emphasizes tightly wound staging and character-driven storytelling to maintain a constant sense of pressure around the lead.
A cast anchored by major film and TV names
In addition to starring as Lucky, Anya Taylor-Joy also serves as an executive producer, and she’s joined by a notable ensemble:
- Annette Bening as Priscilla, a feared mafia leader
- Timothy Olyphant as John, Lucky’s father
- Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor as the FBI agent leading the chase
- Drew Starkey in a recurring role as Lucky’s husband
Supporting roles also feature Clifton Collins Jr., William Fichtner and Eric Lange. Production took place between February and July 2025, with filming set in Las Vegas and Los Angeles.
Lucky will be available exclusively on Apple TV+ starting July 15, with one new episode released each week through the end of the summer.
FAQ
When does Lucky start streaming on Apple TV+ in the US?
Lucky premieres on Apple TV+ on July 15, with the first two episodes available on that date.
Is Lucky a limited series or an ongoing show?
The series is conceived as a limited series, planned for a single season.
How many episodes will viewers get for Lucky?
The season is made up of seven episodes in total.
How often will new episodes of Lucky drop on Apple TV+?
After the two-episode premiere on July 15, Apple TV+ will add one new episode every week through the end of the summer.
