Everything we know about Apple TV's 'Margo's Got Money Troubles'

Elle Fanning takes on Rufi Thorpe's novel.
 By 
Belen Edwards
 on 
All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission.
Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning in "Margo's Got Money Troubles."
Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning in "Margo's Got Money Troubles." Credit: Apple TV

If you love Rufi Thorpe's Margo's Got Money Troubles, you're in luck. Thorpe's novel is coming to the small screen thanks to Apple TV, A24, and David E. Kelley (Big Little Lies, Presumed Innocent).

Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming adaptation, from plot to cast to release date.

What's Margo's Got Money Troubles About?

Elle Fanning in "Margo's Got Money Troubles."
Elle Fanning in "Margo's Got Money Troubles." Credit: Apple TV

The title of the show is fairly self-explanatory: Margo (Elle Fanning), a single mother who dropped out of college, is having difficult time making ends meet.


You May Also Like

So how does Margo tackle her money troubles? By starting an OnlyFans account. With help from her father, former wrestler Jinx (Nick Offerman), she builds an online alien persona that finds great success — and a healthy helping of cash.

Who's in Margo's Got Money Troubles?

Nick Offerman and Thaddea Graham in "Margo's Got Money Troubles."
Nick Offerman and Thaddea Graham in "Margo's Got Money Troubles." Credit: Apple TV

Elle Fanning leads Margo's Got Money Troubles, while Nick Offerman and Michelle Pfeiffer play Margo's parents.

Nicole Kidman and Thaddea Graham also star, alongside Marcia Gay Harden, Greg Kinnear, Michael Angarano, Rico Nasty, and Lindsey Normington.

Is there a trailer for Margo's Got Money Troubles?

Margo's Got Money Troubles doesn't have a full trailer yet, but it does have a first-look teaser that you can check out here. It features a look at Margo in alien mode, as well as a very relatable crash out in Bloomingdale's.

When does Margo's Got Money Troubles premiere?

Margo's Got Money Troubles premieres April 15 on Apple TV. Before that, it will be the opening night TV premiere at SXSW, which kicks off March 12.

How to watch: Margo's Got Money Troubles premieres April 15 on Apple TV.

Topics Apple Streaming

A woman in a white sweater with shoulder-length brown hair.
Belen Edwards
Entertainment Reporter

Belen Edwards is an Entertainment Reporter at Mashable. She covers movies and TV with a focus on fantasy and science fiction, adaptations, animation, and more nerdy goodness. She is a member of the Critics Choice Association and the Television Critics Association, as well as a Tomatometer-approved critic.

Mashable Potato

Recommended For You


Elle Fanning embraces her inner alien in 'Margo's Got Money Troubles' teaser
Elle Fanning in an alien costume in "Margo's Got Money Troubles."

Apple WWDC 2026: Everything we know so far
Apple announces a new design language for its operating systems called "Liquid Glass" during the annual Apple "Worldwide Developers Conference"


More in Entertainment
How to watch Chelsea vs. Port Vale online for free
Alejandro Garnacho of Chelsea reacts

How to watch 'Wuthering Heights' at home: Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi's controversial romance now streaming
Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi embracing in still from "Wuthering Heights"

How to watch New York Islanders vs. Philadelphia Flyers online for free
Matthew Schaefer of the New York Islanders warms up

How to watch Mexico vs. Belgium online for free
Israel Reyes of Mexico reacts

How to watch Brazil vs. Croatia online for free
Vinicius Junior #10 of Brazil leaves

Trending on Mashable
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for April 3, 2026
Connections game on a smartphone

Wordle today: Answer, hints for April 3, 2026
Wordle game on a smartphone

The Earth is glowing in new Artemis II pictures of home
One half of the Earth is seen floating in space through the open door of the Orion spacecraft.

Google launches Gemma 4, a new open-source model: How to try it
Google Gemma

The biggest stories of the day delivered to your inbox.
These newsletters may contain advertising, deals, or affiliate links. By clicking Subscribe, you confirm you are 16+ and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Thanks for signing up. See you at your inbox!