Anya Taylor-Joy is having a monumental year. From voicing Princess Peach in the box office smash The Super Mario Galaxy Movie to her upcoming role in Dune: Part Three, she's everywhere. But right now, she's dominating the small screen with her gripping crime thriller Lucky, now streaming on Apple TV. And we've got an exclusive sneak peek at the show's fifth episode, titled "Are We Bad People," that you won't want to miss.
In this new clip, Taylor-Joy's character, Luciana, finds herself in a tense beachside confrontation with Priscilla, who has stopped asking and started demanding her money. The scene crackles with the kind of high-stakes drama that has made Lucky the most popular show on Apple TV right now. It's a perfect showcase for Taylor-Joy's range, as she navigates the murky moral waters of her character's choices.
Created by Jonathan Tropper, the mind behind Apple TV's sleeper hit Your Friends & Neighbors and the upcoming Star Wars film directed by Shawn Levy, Lucky has quickly become a must-watch. The series, which also stars Timothy Olyphant, premiered on July 15 with two episodes and is now deep into its seven-episode first season. With only three episodes left, the tension is ramping up, and this new look promises an explosive continuation.
Taylor-Joy's journey in 2026 has been nothing short of spectacular. She's already starred in the first $1 billion movie of the year, and her co-star Keegan-Michael Key has confirmed that a third Mario movie is in the works, though it's likely a few years out. She's also set to reprise her role as Alia Atreides in Dune: Part Three, which hits theaters on December 18 alongside Avengers: Doomsday. And let's not forget Sacrifice, her upcoming Netflix film with Chris Evans, which premiered at TIFF last year and is due for release before the end of 2026.
But for now, all eyes are on Lucky. The show has been a critical and commercial success, and it's easy to see why. The writing is sharp, the performances are compelling, and the plot keeps you guessing. If you're a fan of edge-of-your-seat thrillers, this is one you won't want to miss.
Apple TV is having a strong moment with Lucky leading the charge. But it's not alone. Silo, the Rebecca Ferguson-led sci-fi thriller, is in the middle of its third season and remains a fan favorite. And Ted Lasso has surged back into the top 10 as fans gear up for its highly anticipated fourth season. On the film side, The Dink, starring Jake Johnson, has become the most popular movie on the platform, dethroning Brad Pitt's F1.
With so much great content, it's a golden age for streaming. And Lucky is proving to be one of the standout shows of the year. Don't miss the new episode, and stay tuned for more updates on Anya Taylor-Joy's ever-expanding list of projects.
