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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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Series 4, Episode 5 - Mother's Day

Trying. Nikki Newman (Esther Smith)
A celebratory spa visit is surprisingly stressful. Jason's plan to bond his team spins out of control.

Broadcast details

Date
Wednesday 12th June 2024
Time
6am
Channel
Apple TV+
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Rafe Spall Jason Ross
Esther Smith Nikki Newman
Darren Boyd Scott Filbert
Sian Brooke Karen Newman
Marian McLoughlin Jilly Newman
Roderick Smith John Newman
Scarlett Rayner Princess
Cooper Turner Tyler
Guest cast
Javone Prince Anthony
David Kapfunde Theo
D'Angelou Osei-Kissiedu Michael
Alex Ranganathan Sam
Sienna Sayer Kelly
Oscar Wallwork Max
Rasmus Hardiker Gamesmaster
Emily Stott Shannon
Ruxandra Porojnicu Therapist
Carol Ball Marie
Lu Corfield Sally Trent
Alex Batareanu Russian Man
Donavan Imber Gareth
Vee Vimolmal Masseuse
Borislava Stratieva Svitlana
Oliver Chris Freddie (Voice)
Writing team
Andy Wolton Writer
Sam Pinnell Writer (Additional Material)
Lulu Baker Script Editor
Natasha Heliotis Story Producer
Oriane Messina Writer
Fay Rusling Writer
Gareth Gwynn Writer (Additional Material)
Production team
Ellie Heydon Director
Tim Mannion Producer
Andy Wolton Executive Producer
Josh Cole Executive Producer
Sam Pinnell Executive Producer
Chris Sussman Executive Producer
Aden Turner Line Producer
Nick Ames Editor
Charlotte Pearson Production Designer
Rachel Freck Casting Director
Elizabeth Healy Costume Designer
Greg Duffield Director of Photography
Jo Jenkins Make-up Designer
Paul Saunderson Composer
Beka Composer
Tobie Tripp Composer
Natalie Preston Graphics
Sam Smith 1st Assistant Director

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