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Trying. Image shows from L to R: Nikki Newman (Esther Smith), Jason Ross (Rafe Spall)
Trying

Trying

  • TV sitcom
  • Apple TV+
  • 2020 - 2024
  • 32 episodes (4 series)

Comedy about a young couple planning to adopt a baby. Stars Rafe Spall, Esther Smith, Imelda Staunton, Darren Boyd, Phil Davis and more.

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Episode menu

- Series 3, Episode 5 - Pick A Side

Trying. Image shows from L to R: Nikki Newman (Esther Smith), Princess (Eden Togwell)
Jason makes a huge sacrifice for Tyler. Nikki attempts some tough love with Princess. Freddy tries a different sort of group therapy.

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 12th August 2022
Time
6am
Channel
Apple TV+
Length
29 minutes, 51 seconds

Cast & crew

Cast
Rafe Spall Jason Ross
Esther Smith Nikki Newman
Darren Boyd Scott Filbert
Oliver Chris Freddie
Robyn Cara Jen
Sian Brooke Karen Newman
Eden Togwell Princess
Mickey McAnulty Tyler
Guest cast
Clare Higgins Bev
Steven Meo Handyman
Annelle Olaleye Tiana
Elodie Blomfield Hazel
Sophie Fletcher Sam
Roxy Faridany Dr Amara
John Hopkins Lawrence
Margaret Cabourn-Smith Olivia
Somi De Souza Tamara
Will Chitty Tristan
Richard Teverson Richard
Brig Bennett Dee
Molly Harris Vanessa
Kate Copeland Michelle
Ekow Quartey Steve
John Motson Football Commentator (Voice)
Writing team
Andy Wolton Writer
Margaret Cabourn-Smith Writer (Additional Material)
Izzy Mant Writer (Additional Material)
Natasha Heliotis Script Editor
Izzy Mant Story Producer
Production team
Jim O'Hanlon Director
Sam Pinnell Producer
Andy Wolton Executive Producer
Jim O'Hanlon Executive Producer
Josh Cole Executive Producer
Tim Mannion Co-producer
Aden Turner Line Producer
Nick Ames Editor
Jonnie Mead Production Designer
Rachel Freck Casting Director
Elizabeth Healy Costume Designer
Greg Duffield Director of Photography
Jo Jenkins Make-up Designer
Paul Saunderson Composer
Tasha Island Graphics
Sam Smith 1st Assistant Director

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