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Sugar

"Who is Sugar?"

TV Show TV-MA 2024 7.3 /10 Returning
Apple TV A Apple TV Original
Created by Mark Protosevich

An enigmatic private investigator uses unorthodox methods to chase a missing granddaughter tied to a powerful Hollywood family. He wrestles with a troubled past while following a thread of clues that crosses glittering parties, hidden deals, and intimate betrayals. Each step reveals how the world... Read more

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Streaming availability last verified: February 01, 2026

About Sugar

An enigmatic private investigator uses unorthodox methods to chase a missing granddaughter tied to a powerful Hollywood family. He wrestles with a troubled past while following a thread of clues that crosses glittering parties, hidden deals, and intimate betrayals. Each step reveals how the world of filmmaking hides greed, devotion, and danger, and how his own scars complicate the hunt. As new suspects emerge and old loyalties shatter, the case grows personal, forcing him to confront what he’s willing to sacrifice to uncover the truth. The pursuit hints at fame's darker costs. The narrative keeps the audience guessing without melodrama, balancing procedural beats with character study. Visuals lean toward sunlit glamour and shadowy corridors that mirror Sugar's inner turmoil.

Created by Mark Protosevich, Sugar is a 2024 drama mystery led by Colin Farrell as John Sugar. The ensemble includes Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Amy Ryan, Dennis Boutsikaris, and Nate Corddry, with a tense, stylish sensibility.

The show has drawn a solid early response, earning a 7.3 out of 10 from 266 votes. Critics emphasize mood, character doubt, and a noir sensibility, with a focus on trauma, trust, and the price of secrets in pursuit of truth.

Details

Release Date
April 04, 2024
Rating
TV-MA
User Ratings
270 votes
Type
TV Series
Seasons
2
Episodes
16
Network
Apple TV
Status
Returning Series
Genres
Drama, Mystery
Country
United States
Studio
Genre Films +4 more
External Links
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Cast

Colin Farrell

Colin Farrell

John Sugar

Kirby Howell-Baptiste

Kirby Howell-Baptiste

Ruby

Amy Ryan

Amy Ryan

Melanie Matthews

Dennis Boutsikaris

Dennis Boutsikaris

Bernard 'Bernie' Siegel

Nate Corddry

Nate Corddry

David 'Davy' Siegel

Alex Hernandez

Alex Hernandez

Kenny

James Cromwell

James Cromwell

Jonathan Siegel

Created by: Mark Protosevich

Seasons (2 seasons, 16 episodes)

Season 1

Season 1

8 episodes - 2024

S2

Season 2

8 episodes - 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Sugar is available to stream on Apple TV+.

Yes, Sugar is available to stream on Apple TV+.

Sugar has 2 seasons with a total of 16 episodes.

With a rating of 7.3/10 from 270 viewers, Sugar is well-regarded and recommended by viewers.

An enigmatic private investigator uses unorthodox methods to chase a missing granddaughter tied to a powerful Hollywood family. He wrestles with a troubled past while following a thread of clues that crosses glittering parties, hidden deals, and intimate betrayals. Each step reveals how the world...

Sugar stars Colin Farrell, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Amy Ryan, Dennis Boutsikaris, and Nate Corddry.

Sugar was created by Mark Protosevich.

Sugar was released on April 04, 2024.

Sugar is a Drama and Mystery series.

Colin Farrell plays John Sugar, an enigmatic private detective who investigates the disappearance of a Hollywood producer's granddaughter. The series follows him as he wrestles with personal demons along the way.

Kirby Howell-Baptiste portrays Ruby, Amy Ryan plays Melanie Matthews, Dennis Boutsikaris is Bernard 'Bernie' Siegel, and Nate Corddry plays David 'Davy' Siegel, in addition to Colin Farrell as John Sugar. These are the central cast members for the show.

Sugar has 8 episodes in its first season. It premiered in 2024.

Sugar is listed as a returning series, which indicates plans for future seasons beyond the initial season. If renewal happens, a second season would align with that status.