Episode 1
Rollercoaster
27m
The fallout from Nikki's lie continues, as Kat's arrival threatens Nikki and Jason's family dynamic.
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Directed by Ollie ParsonsWritten by Andy Wolton
TV series
Trying
2020TV-145 seasons7.6 / 10
Together they're a family.
All Nikki and Jason want is a baby—the one thing they can't have. So they decide to adopt. With their dysfunctional friends, screwball families, and chaotic lives, will the adoption panel agree that they're ready to be parents?
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Not streaming in United States
Trying premiered May 1, 2020. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
All Nikki and Jason want is a baby—the one thing they can't have. So they decide to adopt. With their dysfunctional friends, screwball families, and chaotic lives, will the adoption panel agree that they're ready to be parents?
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Episode 2
First Days
28m
Nikki and Jason start new chapters in their lives. Karen makes a shocking discovery.
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Directed by Ollie ParsonsWritten by Andy Wolton
Episode 3
The Mousetrap
30m
While Jason recaptures his youth, Nikki meets a new coworker. Karen learns the cost of keeping a secret.
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Directed by Ollie ParsonsWritten by Andy Wolton
Episode 4
The Hurricane
28m
A natural disaster brings the family together.
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Directed by Ollie ParsonsWritten by Andy Wolton
Episode 6
Halloween
26m
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Directed by Ollie ParsonsWritten by Andy Wolton
Episode 7
Tuscany
32m
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Directed by Ollie ParsonsWritten by Andy Wolton
Episode 8
WoodScott
33mfinale
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Directed by Ollie ParsonsWritten by Andy Wolton
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Available now in United States
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Cast
Rafe SpallJason
Esther SmithNikki
Ophelia LovibondErica
Oliver ChrisFreddy
Yasmine Holness-DoveOlivia
Scarlett RaynerPrincessCooper TurnerTyler
Tarik MesfunEliazCredits
- Created by
- Andy Wolton
- Written by
- Andy Wolton, James Wood, Oriane Messina, Fay Rusling
Production details
- Status
- Returning Series
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 40
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
Apple TV
BBC StudiosUnited Kingdom
BBC Studios ComedyUnited Kingdom
Themes
adoptionaggressivearrogantauthoritariancheerfulcomfortingcynicalharsh