Elle Fanning Embraces OnlyFans Role in Apple TV's Chaotic New Series
The first teaser for Apple TV's highly anticipated series Margo's Got Money Troubles has debuted, revealing Elle Fanning in a chaotic and compelling role as a pregnant college dropout who turns to OnlyFans to make ends meet. The trailer, released today, offers a glimpse into the wild journey of Margo, played by Fanning, as she navigates unexpected motherhood and financial desperation.
A Chaotic Premise with Stellar Cast
Based on Rufi Thorpe's bestselling 2024 novel, the eight-episode series follows Margo, an aspiring writer who finds herself pregnant and overwhelmed after dropping out of college. With mounting bills and limited resources, she discovers an unconventional solution: creating content for OnlyFans. The trailer opens with Margo's shocked reaction to three positive pregnancy tests, followed by scenes of her lying on the floor of Bloomingdale's while her mother, Shayanne, delivers tough love advice.
The series boasts an impressive ensemble cast including Nicole Kidman, Marcia Gay Harden, Greg Kinnear, and Nick Offerman as Margo's pro-wrestler father Jinx. In one humorous moment, Jinx questions Margo about her activities, to which she unconvincingly replies they're making "educational videos" – a clear reference to her OnlyFans enterprise.
Fanning's Personal Connection to the Project
Elle Fanning's production company, Lewellen Pictures, is behind the adaptation, and the actress fought to secure the rights after reading Thorpe's novel early. In a recent interview, Fanning expressed her enthusiasm for the project, stating she was "so taken with it" and could immediately visualize it as a fantastic television show. She praised the vividly drawn characters, predicting that an amazing group of actors would want to portray them.
Regarding the OnlyFans storyline, Fanning emphasized that the series offers a fresh perspective on the platform, moving beyond its seedy reputation. She described it as "a real creative outlet for Margo" that actually frees her and helps during her lowest point, presenting this aspect as "a beautiful thing."
Expanded Roles and Release Details
While Nicole Kidman appears briefly in the trailer, her character – an ex-pro wrestler, friend of Jinx, and custody lawyer – is expected to receive more screen time and development than in the original novel. This expansion suggests the television adaptation will delve deeper into supporting characters' backgrounds and relationships.
Margo's Got Money Troubles will premiere globally on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, with three initial episodes. New episodes will follow every Wednesday through May 20, 2026, offering viewers a weekly dose of Margo's unconventional journey through motherhood and financial survival.
The series promises to blend dark comedy with heartfelt drama as it explores contemporary issues of financial instability, creative entrepreneurship, and unconventional family dynamics through Margo's eyes.
