Jason Momoa is quickly becoming one of the defining faces of Apple TV. After See and Chief of War, reports say he’s gearing up for another major Apple original, a gritty new drama called Nomad.
And this time, it’s not post-apocalyptic futures or historical conquests, it’s outlaw biker gangs, loyalty, and identity in the violent underworld of New Zealand.
Nomad: The Next Big Apple TV Project
According to Deadline’s Mike Fleming Jr, Apple is now developing Nomad as Momoa’s next headlining project. The series is co-created by Kurt Sutter (Sons of Anarchy) and Chris Collins (John Wick: Chapter 3, The Wire, The Man in the High Castle).
That’s an absolutely stacked creative lineup and given their track records, it’s safe to expect a mix of high-stakes storytelling, moral gray zones, and jaw-dropping action.
Here’s the official premise:
“In the violent underworld of New Zealand’s outlaw bikers, a warrior torn between two lives, two callings, and two families must decide which path defines his true destiny.”
Collins will serve as showrunner, with Sutter and Momoa co-creating and executive producing.
No release date has been announced yet as it’s still early in development, but if everything stays on track, Nomad could hit Apple TV in late 2026 or early 2027.
Jason Momoa’s Apple TV Evolution
Momoa and Apple have built quite the partnership since 2019.
- 2019: Momoa headlined See, one of Apple TV’s very first originals. While it didn’t become a cultural phenomenon, the show earned a loyal fanbase and grew stronger with each season before ending in 2022.
- 2025: He returned in Chief of War, a sweeping historical epic that critics loved — currently sitting at 92% on Rotten Tomatoes and dominating Apple TV’s charts.
With Nomad, Momoa seems to be evolving from Apple’s action lead to something much bigger: the face of its most ambitious dramas.
It’s a smart move for both sides. Apple gets an actor who consistently draws attention and delivers intensity; Momoa gets the creative freedom that Apple TV is quickly becoming known for.
Why Nomad Could Be a Hit
Let’s be honest: a Jason Momoa series co-created by Sons of Anarchy’s Kurt Sutter already sounds like appointment viewing. But there’s more going for it than star power.
First, the New Zealand setting gives it a refreshing backdrop — far from Hollywood’s usual biker tropes. Second, the story setup screams internal conflict and redemption, something Momoa excels at.
And then there’s the team behind it. Chris Collins’ work on John Wick 3 and The Wire suggests that Nomad won’t just look stylish — it’ll have real grit and emotional weight. Expect a show that’s equal parts raw and cinematic.
If Apple plays it right, Nomad could become the streamer’s next Slow Horses, a mature, character-driven drama that balances violence with introspection.
My Take
Momoa’s collaboration streak with Apple feels like the platform finding its next signature star, the way HBO had Bryan Cranston or Netflix had Henry Cavill.
And Nomad fits perfectly into Apple’s broader strategy: elevate premium, auteur-driven series that feel cinematic but still emotionally grounded.
If See was about survival, and Chief of War was about legacy, Nomad sounds like it’s going to be about identity, who you are when you’re caught between two worlds. That’s the kind of story that could really showcase Momoa’s depth as an actor beyond the physical presence he’s known for.
The Bottom Line
Jason Momoa is coming back to Apple TV, and Nomad already sounds like his most intense role yet.
With Sons of Anarchy’s Kurt Sutter and John Wick’s Chris Collins steering the ship, the series promises motorcycles, moral battles, and maybe even Apple’s next major hit.
We’ll likely have to wait until 2026 or later to see it, but if you loved Chief of War or See, this one’s already worth keeping on your radar.
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