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Trying: Season 1

8 episodes Premiered May 1, 2020 Updated Jul 24, 2026

Trying is a British comedy television series created by Andy Wolton. The series is a co-production between Apple TV+ and BBC. The first series premiered on 1 May 2020. The show follows the lives of Nikki and Jason, who decide to adopt a child after being told they will never conceive naturally. The series explores their journey as they navigate the adoption process.

Season overview

Trying is a British comedy television series created by Andy Wolton. The series is a co-production between Apple TV+ and BBC. The first series premiered on 1 May 2020. The show follows the lives of Nikki and Jason, who decide to adopt a child after being told they will never conceive naturally. The series explores their journey as they navigate the adoption process.

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Episodes

S1·E1

Nikki and Jason

May 1, 2020 · 28 min

When they learn that another round of IVF would be too expensive and unlikely to succeed, Nikki and Jason start exploring

S1·E2

The Ex-Girlfriend

May 1, 2020 · 28 min

Jason gets in touch with an ex before social services interviews her. Nikki goes out with her sister, Karen, and her unpleasant boyfriend

S1·E3

Tickets for a Queue

May 1, 2020 · 29 min

Nikki and Jason go to a picnic with other potential adopters—and get intimidated by the quality of their competition.

S1·E4

Rainbow Castle People

May 1, 2020 · 29 min

After a wild night out with Erica and Freddy, Nikki and Jason are faced with potentially disastrous consequences the next morning.

S1·E5

Someone Else's Kids

May 1, 2020 · 26 min

Deciding that they need more hands-on experience looking after kids, Nikki and Jason agree to babysit their friends' children for a day.

S1·E6

Show Me the Love

May 1, 2020 · 27 min

Jason starts getting cold feet about the whole process after a mandatory training session. Karen tells Nikki some bad news.

S1·E7

Good Old Family Map

May 1, 2020 · 27 min

Nikki grows paranoid about Jason after reading a suspicious text on his phone. A family gathering takes a turn for the worse.

S1·E8

We Know the Way Out

May 1, 2020 · 30 min

Despite the added irritation of a new roommate, it's time for Nikki and Jason to face the adoption panel.