Argylle

Argylle has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available in Australia on Apple TV and Apple TV Amazon Channel, and in the US on Apple TV and Apple TV Amazon Channel. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. With 1,774 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Watch it for Henry Cavill — stay for everyone else around them. Start it on Apple TV whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Argylle is worth clearing space for. The jokes in Argylle land because the characters underneath them are worth caring about. When the plots of reclusive author Elly Conway's fictional espionage novels begin to mirror the covert actions of a real-life spy organization, quiet evenings at home become a thing of the past. Accompanied by her cat Alfie and Aidan, a cat-allergic spy, Elly races across the world to stay one step ahead of the killers as the line between Conway's fictional world and her real one begins to blur. Henry Cavill and Bryce Dallas Howard lead a cast that never overplays a joke. Argylle came out in 2024. What keeps Argylle from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

For viewers who want something light without wanting something stupid, Argylle respects your intelligence. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Henry Cavill sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.