Trying

Trying

Together they're a family.

Created by Andy Wolton

On Apple TV

2020–5 seasons40 episodes7.6 / 10

A warm, character-driven comedy about the messy, funny path to parenthood, balancing cynical humour with genuine emotional stakes and found-family bonds.

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?

Essence

Ensemble

Like Trying

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Trying

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Trying, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Trying, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Trying, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.