### Apple’s Latest Psychological Crime Thriller: “Smoke”
If you’ve been wanting to explore Apple’s latest psychological crime thriller “[Smoke](https://apple.co/44cq2Y1),” you can now experience the show’s gripping opening scene, alongside Thom Yorke’s atmospheric theme song for the credits. Apple has shared the complete opening scene, providing potential viewers a glimpse of what this captivating series has to offer.
#### Summary of “Smoke”
Drawing inspiration from the podcast *Firebug* and brought to life by *Black Bird* showrunner Dennis Lehane, *Smoke* features Taron Egerton (*Tetris*, *Rocketman*) as a troubled arson investigator. He collaborates with detective Michelle Calderone, portrayed by Jurnee Smollett (*The Order*, *Lovecraft Country*), to hunt down a pair of serial arsonists in the Pacific Northwest. The cast also involves prominent actors such as Greg Kinnear (*As Good As It Gets*), John Leguizamo (*The Menu*), and Ashley Gudsen (*X-Men: Dark Phoenix*).
#### A Narrative Based on Real Events, Transforming from Podcast to Television
Apple outlines the series as:
> “Inspired by actual occurrences, ‘Smoke’ follows an arson investigator who reluctantly partners with a police detective as their pursuit to halt two arsonists sparks a twisted game of secrets and distrust.”
*Smoke* made its debut last week on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes. Fresh episodes will be released every Friday until August 15.
#### Stream “Smoke” Now
Have you seen the initial two episodes? Did the opening scene persuade you to give it a try? Share your thoughts in the comments.
*Watch [Smoke](https://apple.co/44cq2Y1) now on Apple TV+.*
Apple TV+ is [offered at $9.99 monthly](https://tv.apple.com/channel/tvs.sbd.4000?itscg=30200&itsct=tv%5C_box%5C_link&at=1000l3cvR) and showcases popular TV series and films like *Ted Lasso*, *Severance*, *The Studio*, *The Morning Show*, *Shrinking*, and *Silo*.
