This week, Apple TV+ debuts the critically acclaimed third season of sci-fi saga . But the next new Apple show launching is similarly epic in scope, yet with a very different focus and heavy on Jason Momoa: is coming soon.

Jason Momoa is no stranger to Apple TV+, as he led one of the service’s signature launch series back in 2019: .

But with , the next big Apple TV+ show debuting, Momoa has taken on a much larger role.

The series is co-created by Momoa, but he also serves as its star, executive producer, and even writer.

Chief of War premieres on Friday, August 1 with its first two episodes, followed by weekly releases through September 19.

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Set amid the scenic backdrop of the islands of Hawai‘i, the nine-episode series, based on true events, follows warrior Ka‘iana, portrayed by Momoa, as he tries to unify the islands before Western colonization in the late 18th century.

The historical war epic looks broad in scope, but with a deeply personal connection to Momoa himself.

Apple notes: “Told from an indigenous perspective, “Chief of War” is a passion project for creators Momoa and Thomas Pa‘a Sibbett, who share native Hawaiian heritage.”

wasn’t necessarily the breakout series Apple was hoping for, but the audience and hit rate for Apple TV+ has grown significantly since Momoa’s first outing. As a result, Chief of War seems likely to find greater success.

Apple TV+ is and features hit TV shows and movies like , , , , and .