Episode 1
A Nice Boy
27m8.0 / 10
Nikki and Jason have been approved to adopt, but they're finding the matching process a challenge. Social worker Penny has a plan.
Episode credits
Directed by Jim O'HanlonWritten by Andy WoltonGuest stars Ava Talbot
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?
Availability
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
The Sun on Your Back
30m8.0 / 10
Penny sends Nikki and Jason to a fancy-dress party that could change their lives. Nikki helps her sister, Karen, choose a wedding dress.
Episode credits
Directed by Jim O'HanlonWritten by Andy WoltonGuest stars Phoenix Laroche
Episode 3
Big Heads
28m8.0 / 10
Jason's ex threatens to come between him and Nikki at a family funeral. Karen struggles to get Scott involved in their wedding planning.
Episode credits
Directed by Jim O'HanlonWritten by Andy Wolton
Episode 4
Helicopters
30m8.0 / 10
Nikki and Jason make a hopeful visit on their adoption journey. Nikki sets Erica up with Jason's friend. Karen is drawn to Deven, a single dad.
Episode credits
Directed by Jim O'HanlonWritten by Andy WoltonGuest stars Ava Talbot
Episode 5
Maddest Sweetest Thing
29m7.5 / 10
Nikki and Jason search for a bigger, child-friendly flat. Nikki fights for a promotion at work. Karen is tempted to cheat.
Episode credits
Directed by Jim O'HanlonWritten by Andy WoltonGuest stars James Doherty
Episode 6
A Long Way Down
27m7.5 / 10
Jason plays detective after a problem is revealed at Ben and Denise's party. Freddy struggles in his relationship.
Episode credits
Directed by Jim O'HanlonWritten by Andy WoltonGuest stars Ava Talbot
Episode 7
Lift Me Up
27m7.5 / 10
Planning Scott's stag night is a headache for Jason. Karen shares a secret with Nikki. Erica and Freddy's relationship begins to blur.
Episode credits
Directed by Jim O'HanlonWritten by Andy WoltonGuest stars Sian Brooke
Episode 8
I'm Scared
29m8.5 / 10finale
Nikki and Jason must make a huge decision in a small amount of time.
Episode credits
Directed by Jim O'HanlonWritten by Andy Wolton
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
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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