Find shows, movies, and more in the Apple TV app on iPad
You can use the Search tab in the Apple TV app to look for TV shows and movies by specific categories like title, sport, and cast. The Apple TV+ tab gives you easy access to Apple TV+, a subscription streaming service featuring Apple Originals—award-winning films, series, compelling dramas, groundbreaking documentaries, kids’ entertainment, comedies, and more.
Note: The availability of Apple Media Services varies by country or region. See the Apple Support article Availability of Apple Media Services.
Browse Apple TV+
Go to the Apple TV app
on your iPad.Tap Apple TV+, then do either of the following:
Swipe left at the top of the screen to browse featured items.
Scroll down to see new releases, curated collections, and personalized recommendations, then swipe left or right to view available options.
Tip: Tap a row title to view all items in a category or view more information about a collection.
You can also tap the Home, MLS Season Pass, Store, and Library tabs to see content specific to those categories.
Search for specific shows, movies, and more
When you’re looking for something specific—like a show or actor—use the Search tab.
Go to the Apple TV app
on your iPad.Tap Search, then either tap a category, or tap the search field to see previous searches or enter a new search.
Tip: When you want to search, simply describe what you’re looking for using natural language—for example, “Popular dramas with a twist.”
Edit the tab bar
You can customize by adding or removing categories in the tab bar so you can quickly find what you want to watch.
Go to the Apple TV app
on your iPad.Tap
, then tap Edit.Tip: You can also touch and hold the tab bar.
Touch and hold a category in the sidebar, then drag it to the tab bar at the top of the screen.
To remove a category from the tab bar, drag the category off the tab bar.
When you’re finished, tap Done.
To reset the tab bar, tap Reset in the top-left corner.