Black Bird

Black Bird delivers a masterclass in tension, outperforming #3's slower pacing with a razor-sharp six-episode arc. Based on a true story, Taron Egerton portrays convicted drug dealer Jimmy Keene, who enters a maximum-security prison to extract a confession from suspected serial killer Larry Hall. The series boasts a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score, driven by Paul Walter Hauser's chilling portrayal of Hall and Ray Liotta's poignant final performance as Keene's father. Each episode tightens the psychological grip, leveraging real-world stakes that feel more urgent than the average thriller. It's a slow-burn that earns every moment of its unbearable suspense, making it a hidden gem on Apple TV+.