Apple TV has officially announced the January 6, 2027 global premiere date for The Wanted Man, a new crime thriller created by George Kay, who previously produced acclaimed series including Lupin, Criminal and Killing Eve. The show represents another significant entry into Apple TV's thriller catalogue and is positioned as an early-year offering for subscribers seeking high-quality drama content.

The Wanted Man stars Hugh Laurie (House, The Night Manager) as an organised crime boss imprisoned for his crimes, who discovers he has been betrayed and orchestrates an escape to exact revenge. The cast includes Thandiwe Newton, Fionn Whitehead, Gina McKee, Stephen Dillane and others, with Emmy-nominated director Jakob Verbruggen helming the project. The announcement comes as Apple TV's Ted Lasso recently set a streaming viewership record with its fourth season debut.