Season 1 – Margo's Got Money Troubles

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Apr 2026

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The daughter of a former Hooter's waitress and an ex-pro wrestler, Margo is a recent college dropout and aspiring writer; faced with a new baby, mounting pile of bills and dwindling number of ways to pay them, Margo must find a way forward.

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Critics Consensus

Rich in character and dramatic antics, Margo's Got Money Troubles succeeds because of its attention to emotional detail, authentic performances, and brilliant storytelling.

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Inkoo Kang

The New Yorker

Jun 3

The show stacks the deck in Margo’s favor, lending it a preaching-to-the-choir quality that’s well-meaning but never lets you forget its agenda.

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David Bianculli

NPR

May 6

There are so many strong performances here, and so many rich characters, that it's riveting from start to finish. And in between those two points is one wild, and brazen, emotional ride.

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Sophie Gilbert

The Atlantic

Apr 28

For a dully cynical take on the OnlyFans economy, there’s Euphoria, but for a more affirming consideration, "Margo" is well worth the subscription.

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Rachel Ho

Exclaim!

The series offers up laughs, poignancy and drama

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James Croot

The Post NZ

Jun 10

Adapting Rufi Thorpe’s 2024 novel of the same name, veteran screenwriter and showrunner David E. Kelley has crafted another addictive series filled with crazy colourful characters, memorable dialogue and a pitch-perfect mix of laughs and heart.

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Mini Anthikad-Chhibber

The Hindu

Jun 9

While there are some major deviations from Rufi Thorpe’s book, David E. Kelley and his stellar cast have created a tragic-comic slice of life shaped by the digital economy

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Andrei D

@RT74856639 1d

The shift is too sudden, the drama is overwrought, but Elle and Nick really work and the rest of the cast is decent

H H

@HHHHHH739 4d

Incredible cast. Love Ellie. Nick Offerman is great as usual. The show is mildly entertaining. Want to love it. But I'm finding it a bit dull. Maybe a show with wacky characters, mediocre writing, promoting online porn as a career path for desperate single mothers isn't that exciting after all?

Craig B

@Boundsy 4d

Absolutely fantastic series. Brilliant cast led by Elle Fanning, Nick Offerman and Michelle Pfeiffer.

Sara O

@sarolive 4d

Michelle Pfeiffer, Elle Fanning, and Nick Offerman were all fantastic in this. Very clever, entertaining, touching. Some really striking scenes between Margo and her parents.

Elma C

@ElmaCherry 5d

Elle Fanning is absoutely electric (as usual) and Nick Offerman is really showing his range, again. Also the show itself is doing a great job avoiding a bunch of cliché tropes.

Troy T

@Wurley Jun 16

Smart writing with complex characters. I am really not familiar with Elle Fanning's work and while she doesn't need my approval as an actress, she has it. Additional bonuses are seeing two powerhouse legends (Michelle Pfeiffer and Nicole Kidman) share the screen, as well as soon-to-be icons Nick Offerman, Greg Kinnear and Marcia Gay Harden. Also shout out to Thaddea Graham for standing out in this massive pool of talent. Great show!

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David E. Kelley

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Margo

Michelle Pfeiffer

Shyanne

Nick Offerman

Jinx

Nicole Kidman

Lace

Greg Kinnear

Kenny

Episode 1

Aired Apr 15, 2026

The Hungry Ghost

Margo is left reeling when her first year of college is derailed, forcing her to make a tough decision that changes everything.

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Episode 2

Aired Apr 15, 2026

You Got This

Margo brings baby Bodhi home; Shyanne bets on her future as Jinx re-enters the picture.

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Episode 3

Aired Apr 15, 2026

Jinxed

Margo explores a new line of work while Jinx settles in; Shyanne and Kenny find themselves at a creative crossroads.

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Episode 4

Aired Apr 22, 2026

Buddies

Worlds collide as Margo makes new friends; Jinx reunites with his wrestling roots.

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Episode 5

Aired Apr 29, 2026

Flamingoes

Vegas, baby.

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Episode 6

Aired May 6, 2026

Grudge Match

Plans to expand HungryGhost's digital empire are halted when secrets divide Margo's family.

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Episode 7

Aired May 13, 2026

Lariat Takedown

Margo goes head-to-head with Mark; Jinx and Susie have a rough day.

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Episode 8

Aired May 20, 2026

Lock and Load

Margo has her day in court.

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Director: Dearbhla Walsh
Creator: David E. Kelley
Executive Producer: Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Eva Anderson, Dakota Fanning, Dearbhla Walsh, Nicole Kidman, Per Saari, Matthew Tinker, Brittany Kahan Ward, Rufi Thorpe, Boo Killebrew
Screenwriter: Rufi Thorpe, Boo Killebrew, David E. Kelley, Keiko Green
Network: Apple TV
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date: Apr 15, 2026

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