Even for a network as celebrated as HBO, not every show maintains its brilliance from start to finish. Series like The Wire, The Sopranos, and Game of Thrones have faced criticism for uneven seasons or divisive endings. But every so often, a show comes along that sticks the landing perfectly—and Succession is one of those rare gems. Now, three years after its final episode aired, the Roy family saga is experiencing an unexpected revival on Apple's premium video-on-demand service, iTunes.
According to streaming data from FlixPatrol, Succession has surged into iTunes' top ten over the past week, peaking at number seven. This renewed interest in the series—which originally concluded in 2023—proves that great storytelling never goes out of style. Fans old and new are diving back into the cutthroat world of media moguls, corporate backstabbing, and family dysfunction that made the show a cultural phenomenon.
Why 'Succession' Still Resonates
Created by Jesse Armstrong, Succession follows the Roy family, a wealthy dynasty fighting for control of their global media empire. Brian Cox stars as Logan Roy, the formidable patriarch whose declining health sets off a power struggle among his ambitious children. The show's unique filming style, razor-sharp dialogue, and iconic score gave it an identity all its own from the very first episode. Unlike many prestige dramas, it never overstayed its welcome—each of its four seasons earned near-perfect scores on Rotten Tomatoes, and the finale was both satisfying and controversial.
The series gave viewers exactly what they love: watching rich people grapple with rich people's problems. From Kendall's desperate bids for approval to Shiv's calculated maneuvers and Roman's chaotic antics, the Roy family's drama produced some of the most meme-worthy moments in recent TV history. It also launched its cast into the stratosphere, turning actors like Jeremy Strong, Kieran Culkin, and Sarah Snook into household names.
What the Cast Is Doing Now
Since Succession ended, its stars have moved on to exciting new projects. Brian Cox is set to appear in the second season of Dexter: Resurrection as the main villain, The New York Reaper. Jeremy Strong will portray Mark Zuckerberg in Aaron Sorkin's upcoming film The Social Reckoning, a follow-up to The Social Network. Kieran Culkin is heading to Panem for The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, playing a role in the 50th annual games. Sarah Snook recently starred in Peacock's thriller All Her Fault, while Matthew Macfadyen appeared in The Miniature Wife for the same streamer and will next be seen in A Legacy of Spies for MGM+ and the BBC.
This June 2026 streaming surge on iTunes isn't an isolated phenomenon. Other titles have found new life on streaming platforms recently, like Channing Tatum's 'Roofman' becoming a sleeper hit on Paramount+ and Tom Hardy's 'Taboo' turning into a streaming sensation. It seems audiences are hungry for compelling, well-crafted stories—and Succession delivers that in spades.
All four seasons of Succession are available to stream on HBO Max in the U.S. Whether you're revisiting the Roys' power plays or discovering them for the first time, now is the perfect moment to binge one of HBO's greatest achievements. Stay tuned to ShowtimeSpot for more updates on your favorite shows and streaming trends.
