
Apple TV+’s new series, “Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed,” has a title that hints at adult content, but at its heart, it’s a showcase for Tatiana Maslany’s talent. Maslany plays Paula, a soccer mom and fact-checker going through a messy divorce, who finds unexpected connection with someone online. When she witnesses an attack on this man during a video session, she starts investigating, quickly finding herself in a dangerous situation. She soon finds herself evading criminals and the police – particularly a standout detective played by Dolly De Leon – on a thrilling adventure. Paula is flawed and relatable, and Maslany excels at portraying complex characters. Overall, “Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed” looks like a darkly humorous and emotionally honest thriller that lives up to its name. — Mary McNamara