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Limited Series – Cape Fear

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A happily married couple faces a growing threat when a notorious killer from their past, Max Cady, is released from prison and seeks revenge.
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Cape Fear — Limited Series

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Critics Consensus

Elevated by Javier Bardem's manic charisma and the genre's best pulpy intricacies, Cape Fear  revitalizes the revenge thriller and manages to make a noteworthy name for itself.

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Rebecca Onion Slate 16h
With 10 hourlong episodes of miniseries to fill there is simply time for too much to happen in Apple’s adaptation, and it can’t all be gold. Go to Full Review G. Allen Johnson San Francisco Chronicle 17h
3/4
This “Cape Fear” adds true crime podcasts, online phishing, gotcha journalism, stand-your-ground laws and other 21st century minefields into the mix, but the classic story’s strength remains its exploration of the blurred lines of justice. Go to Full Review Kylie Northover The Age (Australia) 18h
5/5
Yes, things get meta, but this is a gripping, horrifying remake also doubling as something of an homage. Go to Full Review Kshitij Rawat Koimoi 13h
4/5
While it doesn’t always escape its predecessor’s shadow, nor does it make full use of its longer runtime, it does succeed where other prestige remakes fail. It shifts focus from the sheer terror of a deranged man to privilege and moral deception. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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nora F @Nef78 41m Can’t go wrong with Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg. Definitely worth watching. See more WhySoSerious .. @that1chick 56m Excellent cast and I love the tension. I may wait a few weeks so I can binge the rest. See more Benny C @RT29951292 2h Excellent cast, but Javier Bardem in particular is outstanding. The tension is palpable in this show even in the first episode. Can’t wait to see the whole series. See more Adam S. @RT69927093 7h Apple TV is putting out some great shows recently. I love their take on horror and thriller. This show catches you immediately with a great plot and fresh look at Cape Fear from past remakes. It is binge worthy and keeps you on the edge of your seat. See more Ecks W @EcksWoo 11h Marty's still GOT IT!! Bardem is in Top Form: The Bad Guy you love to Hate. See more Chris B. @KidCrooks 14h 1 episode in and I’m intrigued ! AppleTV always brings the heat. Having never seen the original movie I’m excited to see where it ends up. And Spielberg and Scorsese ? C’mon. See more Read all reviews
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Amy Adams

Anna Bowden

Javier Bardem

Max Cady

Patrick Wilson

Tom Bowden

Ryan Anthony Holcomb

Danny

Jullian Dulce Vida

Byron French

Joe Anders

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jun 5, 2026 Fingers & Toes After 17 years in prison, Max Cady walks free and back into the lives of the lawyers who jailed him. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 5, 2026 Desperate to understand what's happening with Zack, Anna and Tom take action; Max settles in. Details Episode 3 Airs Jun 12 Max asks Anna to represent him in a hearing; Tom invites a coworker over; Natalie makes a friend. Details Episode 4 Airs Jun 19 A happily married couple faces a growing threat when a notorious killer from their past, Max Cady, is released from prison and seeks revenge. Details Episode 5 Airs Jun 26 A happily married couple faces a growing threat when a notorious killer from their past, Max Cady, is released from prison and seeks revenge. Details Episode 6 Airs Jul 3 A happily married couple faces a growing threat when a notorious killer from their past, Max Cady, is released from prison and seeks revenge. Details Episode 7 Airs Jul 10 A happily married couple faces a growing threat when a notorious killer from their past, Max Cady, is released from prison and seeks revenge. Details Episode 8 Airs Jul 17 A happily married couple faces a growing threat when a notorious killer from their past, Max Cady, is released from prison and seeks revenge. Details Episode 9 Airs Jul 24 A happily married couple faces a growing threat when a notorious killer from their past, Max Cady, is released from prison and seeks revenge. Details Episode 10 Airs Jul 31 A happily married couple faces a growing threat when a notorious killer from their past, Max Cady, is released from prison and seeks revenge. Details
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Cape Fear — Limited Series

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Season Info

Director
Amanda Marsalis, Jon S. Baird
Screenwriter
Peter Blake, Alan Page
Network
Apple TV
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 5, 2026