If you’re looking for something new to watch this weekend, here’s a great candidate: the first two episodes of one of Apple TV+’s most ambitious projects to date are now available, and they look awesome.

Last night, a few hours ahead of the official August 1 premiere date, Apple released the two first episodes of , its new action epic series starring Hawaiian actor Jason Momoa ( , ).

Here’s Apple’s spoiler-free pitch for the :

“Performed by a predominantly Polynesian cast led by Jason Momoa, “Chief of War” follows the epic and unprecedented telling of the unification and colonization of Hawai‘i at the turn of the 18th century. The ensemble cast includes Luciane Buchanan, Temuera Morrison, Te Ao o Hinepehinga, Cliff Curtis, newcomer Kaina Makua, Moses Goods, Siua Ikale‘o, Brandon Finn, James Udom, Mainei Kinimaka and Te Kohe Tuhaka.”

Apple has leaned heavily on the cultural aspect of in the last few days, posting messages written English and in Hawaiian, counting down to the premiere.

The series first made headlines in April 2022, when Momoa joined as an actor, writer, and executive producer. Soon after, Temuera Morrison ( ) joined the cast, adding to the expectation.

Following today’s premiere, the show will run through September 19, with episodes premiering every Friday.

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