# Cape Fear (2026–present) — Celluloid TV fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/shows/cape-fear/
Last reviewed: 2026-08-31

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 72% |
| Celluloid Editorial Rating | 76/100 |
| Audience Snapshot | 72% |
| Metascore | 68/100 |
| IMDb | 7.1/10 |
| Fan Score | 74% |
| Creator | Nick Antosca |
| Platform | Apple TV+ |
| Genres | Thriller, Drama, Crime |
| Seasons | 1 (10 episodes) |
| Language | English |
| Country | United States |

## Quick answer

Cape Fear (2026–present) is a Thriller, Drama, Crime series created by Nick Antosca, streaming on Apple TV+. It holds a 72% Celluloid Score — Recommended — from Celluloid editorial (76%), Metascore (68/100), IMDb (7.1/10), TMDB fan (74%) across 1 season. Audience snapshot (not in the composite): 72%.

## Celluloid verdict

Roughly 76–80% with critics: Javier Bardem's Max Cady is hailed as the series' electric center, revitalizing pulp revenge even when the ten-episode stretch tests patience.

## Synopsis

After seventeen years behind bars for a crime he swears he didn't commit, Max Cady is released and sets his sights on the Savannah attorneys he blames for his ruin. In a digital-age remake of the classic revenge thriller — executive produced by Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg — deepfakes, bot farms, and family paranoia turn a personal feud into a full psychological war.

## Cast

Javier Bardem, Amy Adams, Patrick Wilson, CCH Pounder, Lily Collias, Joe Anders

## Critic reviews on Celluloid: 1

## Most searched questions

**Is Cape Fear worth watching?**
Yes — Cape Fear earns a 72% Celluloid Score (Recommended), from editorial 76%, Metascore 68/100, IMDb 7.1/10, TMDB fan 74%. Audience snapshot is separate (72%). Roughly 76–80% with critics: Javier Bardem's Max Cady is hailed as the series' electric center, revitalizing pulp revenge even when the ten-episode stretch tests patience.

**Is Cape Fear on Netflix?**
No — Cape Fear is not on Netflix. It streams on Apple TV+, and on Celluloid it is catalogued under Apple TV+. Streaming rights rotate by country, so confirm in your region before subscribing.

**What year did Cape Fear come out?**
Cape Fear first aired in 2026 and is still running (2026–present). Created by Nick Antosca; it streams on Apple TV+ today.

**Is Cape Fear on Apple TV+?**
Yes — Cape Fear is available on Apple TV+ in many regions (catalogued under Apple TV+ on Celluloid). Rights differ by country; confirm in the Apple TV+ app or the where-to-watch notes.

**How many seasons of Cape Fear are there?**
Cape Fear has 1 season across 10 episodes (2026–present). Status: ongoing / still airing.

**Where can I watch Cape Fear?**
Cape Fear streams on Apple TV+ in supported regions. On Celluloid it is catalogued under Apple TV+. Rights rotate — confirm in your country on the platform app.

**How long does it take to watch Cape Fear?**
At roughly 40–50 minutes per episode, Cape Fear’s 10 episodes take around 8 hours of runtime (plus credits). Binge pace depends on season breaks.

**Who is in the cast of Cape Fear?**
Cape Fear stars Javier Bardem, Amy Adams, Patrick Wilson, CCH Pounder, Lily Collias, and others. Created by Nick Antosca.

**How many episodes are in Cape Fear?**
Cape Fear has 10 episodes across 1 season (2026–present).

**What is Cape Fear about?**
After seventeen years behind bars for a crime he swears he didn't commit, Max Cady is released and sets his sights on the Savannah attorneys he blames for his ruin. In a digital-age remake of the classic revenge thriller — executive produced by Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg — deepfakes, bot farms, and family paranoia turn a personal feud into a full psychological war.

**Who created Cape Fear?**
Cape Fear was created by Nick Antosca. It is a thriller, drama, crime series from United States, primarily in English.

**What should I watch after Cape Fear?**
Browse more thriller series on Celluloid’s Apple TV+ hub, or open More Like This.

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