In recent years, Apple TV has steadily assembled an impressive collection of films perfect for your weekend viewing, and these three selections make an ideal starting point.

Featured here is a gripping WWII thriller penned by Tom Hanks himself, a surprising redemption tale from small-town Louisiana, and a Sundance audience hit exploring the uncertain limbo after college.

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Greyhound (2020)

Genre - War, Action, Thriller
IMDB rating - 7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes (critics) - 78%

Tom Hanks adapted C.S. Forester's novel into the screenplay for this film, and his deep commitment is evident throughout. He stars as Commander Ernest Krause, an inexperienced Navy captain responsible for escorting a convoy of 37 Allied ships across the treacherous North Atlantic in 1942, relentlessly pursued by German U-boats.

The story skips extensive backstory, romance, or lulls, delivering 82 minutes of relentless, confined suspense on the ocean. What stands out is the absence of dramatic speeches or flashy heroism - just one man performing his duty amid overwhelming stress.

You can watch Greyhound on Apple TV.

Palmer (2021)

Genre - Coming-of-age, Drama
IMDB rating - 7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes (critics) - 72%

Justin Timberlake portrays Eddie Palmer, a onetime high school football hero who returns to his Louisiana hometown after 12 years behind bars, aiming to rebuild discreetly. Complications arise when he unexpectedly takes charge of his neighbor's spirited young son, Sam, who is gender-nonconforming in a community centered on faith and sports.

The bond between these two misfits proves deeply touching. Though it follows a classic redemption path, the movie justifies every heartfelt moment. It refuses to gloss over Palmer's past mistakes, making this underappreciated Apple TV gem warm, sometimes poignant, and far superior to its modest buzz.

You can watch Palmer on Apple TV.

Cha Cha Real Smooth (2022)

Genre - Coming-of-age, Drama, Comedy
IMDB rating - 7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes (critics) - 85%

At age 25, Cooper Raiff wrote, directed, and led this movie, showcasing remarkable insight into young adulthood. He plays Andrew, a 22-year-old recent grad who returns home adrift and begins hyping up bar mitzvah parties, connecting with Domino - a reserved single mom played by Dakota Johnson - and her autistic daughter, Lola.

An improbable friendship evolves into a candid depiction of navigating the gap between past and future selves. This Sundance Audience Award winner fully merits the acclaim. Raiff keeps Andrew accountable for his selfishness, even as viewers cheer his growth.

You can watch Cha Cha Real Smooth on Apple TV.