GoKawiilApple TV Releases Cold War Action-Comedy 'Mayday' Starring Reynolds and Branagh
Apple TV has added a new original film called Mayday, an action-comedy set during the Cold War starring Ryan Reynolds as an American operative and Kenneth Branagh as a former KGB agent who unexpectedly helps him escape Russian territory. The film pokes fun at classic 1980s Cold War thriller tropes and has earned an 84% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
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The release adds to Apple TV's growing library of over 330 original titles as the company continues investing in star-studded originals to compete with Netflix, Amazon and other streamers. Strong critical reception could help Apple attract more subscribers ahead of other upcoming originals like Last Seen and Slow Horses season 6.
- Mayday is a new Apple original action-comedy streaming free with Apple TV subscription
- Stars Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh in a Cold War spy caper with 1980s movie references
- Film holds an 84% Rotten Tomatoes score, adding to Apple's library of 330+ originals
Apple TV 4K streaming box — The slickest way to watch Mayday on the big screen, with the Apple TV app built right in and the Siri Remote for easy searching. It also handles all your other streaming services and AirPlay from your iPhone, so it's a solid hub for Friday movie nights.
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