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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 1, Episode 4 - Rainbow Castle People

Trying. Penny Wootton (Imelda Staunton)
After an exuberant night out for Freddie's birthday, Jason and Nikki face their first home visit assessment. But is their flat shabby-chic middle class enough?

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 1st May 2020
Channel
Apple TV+
Length
29 minutes, 10 seconds

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Cast & crew

Cast
Rafe Spall Jason Ross
Esther Smith Nikki Newman
Imelda Staunton Penny Wootton
Ophelia Lovibond Erica
Oliver Chris Freddie
Robyn Cara Jen
Marian McLoughlin Jilly Newman
Roderick Smith John Newman
Guest cast
Ava Talbot Lauren
Elmi Rashid Elmi Young Guy
Writing team
Andy Wolton Writer
Production team
Jim O'Hanlon Director
Chris Sussman Producer
Emma Lawson Producer
Andy Wolton Executive Producer
Jim O'Hanlon Associate Producer
Joel Stokes Line Producer
Mark Thornton Editor
John Stevenson Production Designer
Rachel Freck Casting Director
Arthur Mulhern Director of Photography
Ros Little Costume Designer
Jo Jenkins Make-up Designer
Guy Garvey Composer
Pete Jobson (as Peter Jobson) Composer
Paul Saunderson Composer
Jessica Sutton Graphics
Tim Mannion 1st Assistant Director

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