Apple TV Showcases Star-Studded 2026 Slate with Keanu Reeves, Harrison Ford

Apple TV Hosts Inaugural Press Day to Spotlight 2026 Film and Television Lineup

In a glamorous event held at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California, Apple TV hosted its first-ever press day to unveil a packed slate of original content for 2026. The star-studded affair featured appearances by Hollywood heavyweights, including Keanu Reeves, Harrison Ford, and Cameron Diaz, signaling the streaming service's ambitious plans for the coming year.

Keanu Reeves Steals the Show with Humorous Banter

Keanu Reeves, the Toronto-raised actor, brought his signature charm to the stage, sharing jokes and praise for his co-stars. Appearing alongside Cameron Diaz and Matt Bomer, Reeves humorously lauded Jonah Hill, his director and co-star in the upcoming dark comedy Outcome. "Jonah Hill is the handsomest person I know... I also think Jonah Hill is the best director and the smartest and best looking person who is actually very tall in real life," Reeves quipped, drawing laughter from the audience. He even playfully suggested that his classic films Point Break and Speed would have been improved with Hill's involvement.

Outcome, set to debut on April 10, follows a movie star forced to confront his past when a damaging video surfaces. Hill, who appears bald and bearded in the film, described it as "a metaphor for what we all go through living on social media," highlighting themes of public perception versus personal relationships.

A Cavalcade of Talent Highlights Diverse Offerings

The press day showcased a wide array of projects, with celebrities like Kurt Russell, Colin Farrell, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Amy Adams taking the stage. Key announcements included:

Cape Fear: A reimagined psychological thriller starring Amy Adams, Patrick Wilson, and Javier Bardem, premiering June 5. Adams noted that the 10-episode format allows for deeper storytelling compared to previous film versions.
Lucky: A limited series featuring Anya Taylor-Joy as a con artist, set to launch on July 15. Taylor-Joy expressed empathy for her character's restless nature and desire for stability.
Shrinking: Harrison Ford praised the series, calling it one of the most rewarding roles of his career, especially for its portrayal of Parkinson's disease alongside Michael J. Fox.
Mayday: An action-adventure film starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh, scheduled for September 4 release.

Apple TV Builds on Record-Breaking Success

Apple TV's press day comes after a banner year, with hits like F1: The Movie becoming the highest-grossing sports film ever and earning Oscar nominations. The streamer also celebrated critical acclaim for shows like Severance and The Studio, which won multiple awards. Since its launch six years ago, Apple TV has established itself as a major player in the streaming wars, becoming the first streamer to win a Best Picture Academy Award for CODA in 2021.

Looking ahead, Apple TV plans to release new originals weekly in 2026, with confirmed titles spanning genres from drama to comedy. The service also announced plans to broadcast Formula 1 races in the U.S., hinting at a potential sequel to the blockbuster F1: The Movie.