'Masters of the Air' Sets New Viewership Record for Apple TV+

The WWII series surpasses previous Apple TV+ hits in its debut weekend, marking a significant milestone for the streaming platform.

'Masters of the Air,' a sequel to 'Band of Brothers' and 'The Pacific,' becomes the most-watched series launch on Apple TV+, surpassing shows like 'Severance' and 'The Morning Show'.
The series, which premiered on January 26, saw a 65% increase in viewership worldwide a week after its debut, contributing to a halo effect on Apple TV+'s overall programming.
Executive produced by Steven Spielberg, Tom Hanks, and Gary Goetzman, the show is based on the Donald L. Miller book and follows the 100th Bomb Group's missions over Nazi Germany.
The production, featuring a cast including Austin Butler and Callum Turner, involved extensive sets and visual effects, with a budget ranging from $250-300 million.
New episodes of the nine-part series air weekly, with the finale scheduled for March 15.