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Apple TV+ Unveils Ambitious Series 'Chief of War' Starring Jason Momoa
ByAinvest
Friday, Aug 1, 2025 12:06 pm ET1min read
Apple TV+ has released the first two episodes of its new series "Chief of War" starring Jason Momoa. The series follows the unification and colonization of Hawaii in the 18th century and features a predominantly Polynesian cast. Apple has highlighted the cultural aspect of the show, posting messages in English and Hawaiian. The show will run through September 19 with new episodes premiering every Friday.
Apple TV+ has released the first two episodes of its new series "Chief of War," starring Jason Momoa. The series follows the unification and colonization of Hawaii in the 18th century and features a predominantly Polynesian cast. Apple has highlighted the cultural aspect of the show, posting messages in English and Hawaiian. The show will run through September 19, with new episodes premiering every Friday."Chief of War" is co-created by Thomas Pa‘a Sibbett and Momoa, who also serves as the executive producer and director of season one's final episode. The series is based on the true story of the unification and colonization of Hawaii at the turn of the 18th century. Momoa portrays real-life warrior Ka‘iana, who must "unify the islands before Western colonization in the late 18th century," according to the synopsis [2].
The series has received widespread praise from critics for its Hawaiian storytelling, attention to detail, and grand set pieces. The first two episodes have an 86% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes [2]. The show is expected to have a significant impact on the streaming market due to its unique blend of historical drama and action, as well as its focus on cultural representation.
The series will be available for streaming on Apple TV+ starting August 1, 2025. To watch the series, viewers will need to sign up for an Apple TV+ subscription, which costs $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year. New episodes of "Chief of War" will be released every Friday at 12 a.m. ET (9 p.m. PT on Thursday evenings).
References:
[1] https://tv.apple.com/us/show/chief-of-war/umc.cmc.6ag0zq020ielwv7m83v8r4dkw
[2] https://www.forbes.com/sites/monicamercuri/2025/08/01/chief-of-war-release-schedule-when-do-new-episodes-drop-on-apple-tv/
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