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‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ Debuts on Apple TV With Three Episodes

The launch brings a star-driven look at sex work under economic strain to Apple TV's lineup.

Overview

  • Apple TV released the first three episodes Wednesday, with the remaining five arriving weekly through May 20.
  • The eight-episode limited series was created by David E. Kelley and stars Elle Fanning, with Michelle Pfeiffer, Nick Offerman and Nicole Kidman in key roles.
  • The story follows a college student who becomes a single mother and turns to OnlyFans, a subscription platform for adult content, to support her child.
  • Early reviews are broadly positive, including a 96% Rotten Tomatoes score at launch, though some critics question the show's tonal cohesion and portrayal of the OnlyFans arc.
  • Packaged quickly with A24 and marquee producers, the series is already prompting conversation about sex work, family pressure and personal agency as episodes roll out.