A dynamic crime thriller featuring the charismatic Anya Taylor-Joy. If you love stories about "the last job" and clever con artists — it's a must-watch.
The miniseries "Lucky" premiered on July 15, 2026, on Apple TV+: two episodes were released on the premiere day, followed by one each Wednesday until August 19. A total of seven episodes.
After a daring robbery, skilled con artist Lucky Armstrong decides to leave crime behind. Her plans fall apart due to a winning lottery ticket: to claim the millions, she must reveal her identity and risk arrest. She goes all in, devising a scheme that will allow her to get the money while staying in the shadows. This requires diving back into a world of deception, manipulation, and chases.
The atmosphere is dense, tense, with a constant feeling that the heroine is balancing on the edge. Action alternates with psychological tension, and Taylor-Joy's charisma keeps the pace even in quieter scenes.
The format is classic for a limited series: 45–50 minutes per episode, with a linear narrative but good rhythm and several parallel storylines.
If you enjoy smart crime stories with a strong female lead in the spirit of "Peaky Blinders" or "Fargo," it's worth a watch.
Seven episodes.
Apple TV+.
Yes, the novel by Marissa Stapley.
Reese Witherspoon and Anya Taylor-Joy.
Around 6.6–6.8 on major aggregators.