BBC Acquires Apple TV+ Sitcom ‚Trying‘
The BBC has acquired the UK rights to the Apple TV+ comedy series Trying, securing the first three seasons to broadcast on BBC One and stream on iPlayer from 8 September 2025. The deal includes an option for the BBC to pick up additional seasons. Apple TV+ previously greenlit a fifth season earlier in 2025.
About the show: Trying stars Rafe Spall and Esther Smith and follows a couple navigating infertility and adoption with warmth and humour.
Why it matters: This marks the first time the BBC has acquired an Apple TV+ series for UK broadcast and streaming. It’s part of a growing trend where streamers and traditional broadcasters share content to reach wider audiences.
Sources & further reading:
- Deadline: BBC buys Apple TV+ sitcom Trying
- Broadcast Now: BBC buys Apple TV+ sitcom Trying
- Apple TV+ show page: Trying
- Search for ‚Trying‘ seasons on Amazon
Originally reported by multiple outlets; links above for more details.