Trying

2020 TV series

Started: May 1, 2020
Network: Apple TV
Seasons: 5
Episodes: 40(August 26, 2026)
Cast: Esther Smith
, Rafe Spall
, Siân Brooke
, Darren Boyd
+2 more
Country of origin: United Kingdom

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Trying is a British comedy television series created by Andy Wolton. A co-production between Apple TV+ and BBC, the first series premiered on 1 May 2020 on Apple TV+. The series stars Esther Smith and Rafe Spall as couple Nikki and Jason, respectively, and initially focuses on their desire to become parents. As of 2024, it has aired four series in total: the fourth series, which continues Trying after a six year time-jump, premiered on 22 May 2024. In 2025, the series was released on BBC iPlayer, as well as receiving a linear television broadcast on BBC One. In May 2025, Trying was renewed for a fifth series, which premiered on 8 July 2026.

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Distribution format: video on demand
Set in environment: island
Members / parts: Trying, season 1
Trying, season 2
Trying, season 3
Trying season 4
Trying season 5

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