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Trying

TV Series · 2020

Trying

Comedy · Returning Series

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8.8

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8.0 / 10

16,636 votes

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Synopsis

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?

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Seasons & episodes

Season 1 (8 ep)
  • 1. 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

  • 2. 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

  • 3. 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.

  • 4. 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.

  • 5. 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.

  • 6. 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.

  • 7. 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.

  • 8. 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.

Season 2 (8 ep)
  • 1. A Nice Boy

    May 21, 2021 · 27 min

    Nikki and Jason have been approved to adopt, but they're finding the matching process a challenge. Social worker Penny has a plan.

  • 2. The Sun on Your Back

    May 21, 2021 · 30 min

    Penny sends Nikki and Jason to a fancy-dress party that could change their lives. Nikki helps her sister, Karen, choose a wedding dress.

  • 3. Big Heads

    May 28, 2021 · 28 min

    Jason's ex threatens to come between him and Nikki at a family funeral. Karen struggles to get Scott involved in their wedding planning.

  • 4. Helicopters

    Jun 4, 2021 · 30 min

    Nikki and Jason make a hopeful visit on their adoption journey. Nikki sets Erica up with Jason's friend. Karen is drawn to Deven, a single dad.

  • 5. Maddest Sweetest Thing

    Jun 11, 2021 · 29 min

    Nikki and Jason search for a bigger, child-friendly flat. Nikki fights for a promotion at work. Karen is tempted to cheat.

  • 6. A Long Way Down

    Jun 18, 2021 · 27 min

    Jason plays detective after a problem is revealed at Ben and Denise's party. Freddy struggles in his relationship.

  • 7. Lift Me Up

    Jun 25, 2021 · 27 min

    Planning Scott's stag night is a headache for Jason. Karen shares a secret with Nikki. Erica and Freddy's relationship begins to blur.

  • 8. I'm Scared

    Jul 2, 2021 · 29 min

    Nikki and Jason must make a huge decision in a small amount of time.

Season 3 (8 ep)
  • 1. Home

    Jul 22, 2022 · 27 min

    Jason and Nikki wake up as the new parents of two kids they've barely met. But will they be able to keep both?

  • 2. The Circle

    Jul 22, 2022 · 26 min

    Jason worries that Tyler will be bullied at school. Nikki has to fire someone at work. Bad news from the landlord forces Jason to take a big gamble.

  • 3. Capture the Flag

    Jul 29, 2022 · 27 min

    On a camping weekend, Nikki and Jason try to bond with the kids. At home, Karen faces an existential crisis and Freddy realizes he's lonely.

  • 4. Little Steps

    Aug 5, 2022 · 28 min

    Planning Tyler's birthday party proves trickier than Nikki and Jason expected—especially when Karen shares some difficult news.

  • 5. Pick a Side

    Aug 12, 2022 · 29 min

    Jason makes a huge sacrifice for Tyler. Nikki attempts some tough love with Princess. Freddy tries a different sort of group therapy.

  • 6. Feelings Are the Worst

    Aug 19, 2022 · 30 min

    Jason and Nikki's future with the kids appears to be in jeopardy after a mistake. Tyler says goodbye to a friend. Scott lands a book deal.

  • 7. What a Banker

    Aug 26, 2022 · 28 min

    Scott's book launch doesn't go according to plan. Jason struggles with his new job. Nikki finally masters tough love.

  • 8. The End of the Beginning

    Sep 2, 2022 · 33 min

    As Nikki and Jason prepare to find out if they can keep the kids forever, they make an impulsive decision that requires their family's help.

Season 4 (8 ep)
  • 1. The Send-Off

    May 22, 2024 · 28 min

    A loss brings the family together—and also threatens to tear it apart.

  • 2. Ghosting

    May 22, 2024 · 27 min

    Nikki's impulsiveness sparks an unexpected night out with Jason and a mystery man.

  • 3. Murder at Slaughterbridge Manor

    May 29, 2024 · 27 min

    A family party leads to a life-changing decision for the birthday boy.

  • 4. Road Trip

    Jun 5, 2024 · 26 min

    On a mission to help Tyler fit in, Jason starts a junior soccer team. Nikki, Karen, and Princess travel to Brighton—and one of them has a secret.

  • 5. Mother's Day

    Jun 12, 2024 · 28 min

    A celebratory spa visit is surprisingly stressful. Jason's plan to bond his team spins out of control.

  • 6. Airport Run

    Jun 19, 2024 · 28 min

    Jason and Nikki's good intentions are derailed by old friends while, unbeknownst to them, their family is about to be rocked.

  • 7. White Lies

    Jun 26, 2024 · 31 min

    Nikki looks for answers in Spain. Back at home, Jason has to call in reinforcements to avert a disaster.

  • 8. Scott of the Atlantic

    Jul 3, 2024 · 30 min

    Scott reaches the point of no return. Jason and his team face a moment of truth. Princess makes a huge discovery.

Season 5 (1 ep)
  • 8. WoodScott

    Aug 26, 2026 · 33 min

    Truths begin to emerge at a family festival.

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