Apple TV does not always receive the recognition it merits yet its film library holds numerous treasures ideal for weekend viewing. From a hand-drawn animated triumph to an emotional sci-fi journey and a gripping real-life political drama these three overlooked films provide excellent options.

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Wolfwalkers (2020)

Genre: Animation Fantasy Adventure
IMDB rating: 8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes (critics): 99%

In 17th-century Kilkenny Ireland Wolfwalkers centers on Robyn daughter of an English hunter ordered to eliminate the final wolf pack in the area. She encounters a free-spirited girl from a mystical group that turns into wolves during sleep. The Irish studio Cartoon Saloon known for four Oscar nominations with The Secret of Kells and Song of the Sea created the entire feature using hand-drawn animation that alternates between precise geometric forms and fluid expressive strokes.

Finch (2021)

Genre: Sci-fi Drama Adventure
IMDB rating: 6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes (critics): 74%

In a devastated post-apocalyptic America following a solar catastrophe that destroys much of humanity Finch tracks a terminally ill robotics engineer who constructs a robot to look after his dog after his passing. Tom Hanks delivers the lead performance with understated sincerity that grounds the tale in genuine emotion rather than excess sentiment.

Director Miguel Sapochnik who directed key episodes of Game of Thrones applies a broad visual scope to an unexpectedly personal narrative. The story emphasizes humor and affection instead of the harshness of its backdrop. The film embraces warmth and levity rather than dwelling on desolation resulting in a sci-fi tale with real emotional core that justifies its status as an underrated pick.

You can watch Finch on Apple TV.

Boys State (2020)

Genre: Documentary
IMDB rating: 7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes (critics): 94%

This documentary places viewers inside a week-long initiative where a thousand teenage boys from Texas construct a representative government from the ground up. Directors Jesse Moss and Amanda McBaine immersed themselves in the proceedings and captured compelling moments. The film earned the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance and fully merits the honor.

Viewers observe the participants forming political groups launching negative campaigns and pursuing victory through any means necessary. It presents a strikingly realistic depiction of American political processes in action. The film allows these young individuals to reveal their full range of complexities and inconsistencies leading to unexpected developments.

You can watch Boys State on Apple TV.