Chief of War premiered on Friday, August 1st on Apple TV+, and it’s already a massive hit. The historical drama is the number one show on Apple TV+ by quite a margin, according to FlixPatrol, even with the currently-running Foundation Season 3 right behind it.

The new Apple TV+ series “Chief of War,” starring Jason Momoa, is more than just a television show — it’s a breakthrough for Hawaiian storytelling and representation. For the first time, authentic Hawaiian history is being told on a major streaming platform,

Chief of War is one of the rare historical dramas shows that delves into the history of Hawaii. Created by Jason Momoa and Thomas Pa’a Sibbett, the show premiered on August 1, 2025 and has received rave reviews for exploring the hitherto unknown history of the beautiful island.