Apple TV’s new comedy-drama with Elle Fanning is one of the best new shows I’ve streamed so far this year
Apple TV is home to a slew of top TV shows, and the streamer has just bolstered its winning roster of exclusives with a new family comedy-drama that happens to be among the best shows I’ve streamed so far in 2026.
Tom’s Guide Verdict: Margo’s Got Money Troubles
- Rating: 4/5 stars
- Verdict: “Margo’s Got Money Troubles” is a warm, funny comedy/drama boasting emotion, heart, real stakes, and a great set of characters (and an ensemble to match).
- Premiere date/time: Three episodes available to stream now, new episodes premiere Wednesdays
- Where to watch: Apple TV
As of publication (April 15), the series just had its three-episode premiere on Apple TV, and having had the chance to stream the season in full ahead of release, I’d definitely recommend it. Intrigued? You can find a little more info about the show alongside my full “Margo’s Got Money Troubles” review below, to help you decide whether to add it to your watchlist or not.
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What is ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ about?
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Pitched as a “bold, heartwarming and comedic family drama” by Apple TV, the series follows Margo (Elle Fanning), a recent college dropout and aspiring writer, the daughter of ex-Hooters waitress Shyanne (Michelle Pfeiffer) and former professional wrestler Jinx (Nick Offerman). When she finds herself with a new baby, a mounting pile of bills, and dwindling amounts of ways to pay for them, Margo decides to strike out on a new career path as an OnlyFans content creator.
In addition to Fanning, Pfeiffer, and Offerman, “Margo’s Got Money Troubles” also stars Marcia Gay Harden, Greg Kinnear, Michael Angarano, Rico Nasty, and Lindsey Normington.
‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ is layered and laugh-out-loud funny
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Whether you’re looking for a funny or feel-good show, “Margo’s Got Money Troubles” will fit the bill. I’ve not read the original novel, but left the full season feeling thoroughly satisfied; this quirky, eight-part series touches on a range of topics sensitively, and it juggles its emotional depth, ideas, antics, and plot well. It’s also frequently hilarious.
I wouldn’t want to spoil the ups and downs of Margo’s journey, but this is a story of (among other things) survival, motherhood, respect, family, creative liberation, and yes, it does get raunchy, but it nevertheless feels sex-positive and open-minded about Margo’s decision and the path it takes her down.
Fresh off her “Sentimental Value” Oscar nomination, Elle Fanning impresses here. Margo goes through a lot in this show, and she meets every setback, every emotion, and every one of her wins with aplomb.
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The wider cast all deliver, too. Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning make for a great mother-daughter pairing as Shyanne and Margo, while Nick Offerman’s absent but now-supportive father is a welcome presence, too, offering stoicism, advice, and featuring in some downright adorable scenes with the baby at the heart of this story. All three are flawed and unconventional in their own way, and were all great characters to get to know.
Simply put, “Margo’s Got Money Troubles” is a dramedy with real heart. It’s off-beat and surprising, sure, but it never feels removed from the reality and stakes of the situation, either. It is comfortably one of the best new series I’ve streamed in 2026, and one that I’m more than happy to recommend.
Stream “Margo’s Got Money Troubles” on Apple TV now
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