An acclaimed British sitcom fans say is the best comedy since Only Fools and Horses is returning for season five in just a few weeks
A trailer for the highly anticipated return of one of Britain’s finest comedy series has just been released, with fresh episodes landing in just a matter of weeks.
Starring real-life couple Rafe Spall and Esther Smith, Trying follows Camden pair Jason and Nikki as they strive to be the best parents they can to their adopted teenage daughter Princess (played by Scarlett Rayner) and son Tyler (Cooper Turner).
This series, Jason and Nikki’s comfortable family life is thrown into turmoil by the appearance of their children’s biological mother, Kat (Charlotte Riley), who is keen to grow closer to Princess but brings a whirlwind of chaos along with her.
A newly released trailer reveals Nikki’s conflicted emotions as Kat’s arrival pushes her to the fringes of the family, while Jason grapples with the demands of studying to become a social worker.
Celebrity Traitors icon Celia Imrie makes a guest appearance as a troubled resident whom Jason attempts to help during his training, while Nikki develops a crush on a new colleague portrayed by Colin Morgan (Belfast), reports the Express.
Returning cast members include Darren Boyd (The Outlaws), Siân Brooke (Blue Lights), and Phil Davis (Slow Horses), with BAFTA Award winner Gbemisola Ikumelo (Black Ops) also making a special appearance in season five.
Created and written by Andy Wolton, Trying has become a firm favourite amongst Apple TV subscribers since its premiere back in 2020. Season five will premiere on Wednesday, 8th July, with new episodes arriving weekly until 26th August. The series has garnered glowing reviews from viewers thus far, so make sure Trying is firmly on your watchlist ahead of its fifth season if you haven’t yet given it a chance.
One 10/10 IMDb review titled “Brilliant” makes a bold claim: “Without a doubt the best British sitcom since Only Fools and Horses.
“Not just great writing and fantastic acting (which in itself means great direction) but true to life, hilariously funny punch lines, and very touching as well. As I say, brilliant.”
Another enthusiastic viewer wrote: “This show gets me EVERY single time. It makes me laugh and it makes me cry. It’s real life stuff too.
“The families and friends go through things people go through daily on a daily basis, all around the globe. I keep wondering how they’ll outdo themselves but yet again they’ve done it.”
“This is fantastic,” a third fan said. “I binged the entire first season in only a few hours. Was so disappointed when I was out of new episodes!”
A further viewer added: “One of the best series I’ve seen in a long time! Brilliant from start to finish.”
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“Absolutely ADORABLE!! THE most heartwarming show I’ve seen in a LONG time!” a final fan gushed, having devoured the entire series from their “sick bed”.
“I’ve cried and laughed and almost spilled over with complete joy at watching this incredible couple on their journey,” they added.
Trying season 5 premieres Wednesday, 8th July on Apple TV.
