‘Trying’ Season 5 Episode 3 Release Date and Time

Apple’s beloved adoption comedy is rolling out its new season one week at a time, and fans eager for the next chapter of Nikki and Jason’s story finally have a concrete date to circle. ‘Trying‘ has become one of the platform’s quiet hits since it first launched in 2020, and season five is proving just as binge worthy as ever, even with the weekly wait.

The show follows Nikki and Jason, a couple whose journey toward parenthood has evolved dramatically since the series began. The series stars Esther Smith and Rafe Spall as the central couple, and initially focused on their desire to become parents, but the story has grown into something far messier and more emotionally layered heading into this new season.

‘Trying’ Season 5 Episode Schedule

Apple TV confirmed that the eight episode season made its global return with its first episode on Wednesday, July 8, followed by one episode weekly through Wednesday, August 26. That means episode three does not arrive on the same week as the premiere, since the show is following a traditional weekly rollout rather than dropping the whole season at once.

According to episode listings, episode three, titled The Mousetrap, has a premiere date of July 22, 2026. That lines up with the season’s overall weekly cadence, with new installments landing every Wednesday until the finale in late August.

For viewers checking exact timing, new episodes of ‘Trying’ have been continuing on Wednesdays with new installments landing on Apple TV at 6am. That early morning drop time means UK viewers can watch before heading into their day, while fans in other time zones will want to check how that 6am slot translates locally.

Nikki and Jason’s Adoption Story Heats Up

Season five picks up with real consequences from the choices made earlier in the run. This season finds Nikki and Jason dealing with the fallout of Princess and Tyler’s biological mother Kat turning up at their doorstep, bringing a whirlwind of chaos into their previously settled family life. That single plot thread has become the emotional engine driving the entire season.

Episode one set the tone for what is to come. The season opener dealt with the fallout from Nikki’s lie, as Kat’s arrival threatened Nikki and Jason’s family dynamic. It is the kind of slow burn tension that longtime fans of the show have come to expect from its more grounded, character driven storytelling.

Episode two kept pushing that momentum forward. The second episode saw Nikki and Jason starting new chapters in their lives, while Karen made a shocking discovery of her own. With Kat now firmly in the picture, episode three seems poised to dig even deeper into how her presence reshapes the family Nikki and Jason have built.

The overall premise of ‘Trying’ has always centered on the messy realities of building a nontraditional family. The eight episode new season continues to explore Nikki and Jason dealing with the consequences of Kat’s sudden reappearance and the disruption she causes, giving the show plenty of dramatic and comedic material to work with heading into its back half.

What to Expect from ‘Trying’ Season 5

The creative team behind the show has remained consistent, which fans of the earlier seasons will likely appreciate. ‘Trying’ is created, written, and executive produced by Andy Wolton, with additional executive producers Josh Cole and Sam Pinnell alongside Chris Sussman, Smith, and Spall. That continuity behind the camera has helped the show maintain its distinct voice across five seasons.

This season also brings a fresh sonic identity to the series. The soundtrack this season is helmed by Ivor Novello Award winning artist and producer Orla Gartland, with original songs debuting each episode, continuing a tradition of using original music to underscore the emotional beats of the show.

The ensemble surrounding Nikki and Jason has also expanded in meaningful ways. The cast for this season includes Darren Boyd, Siân Brooke, Celia Imrie, Phil Davis, Gbemisola Ikumelo, and Colin Morgan, adding fresh dynamics to the found family at the center of the show.

For those wondering how long the wait between seasons actually was, it has been substantial. The season four finale aired back on July 3, 2024, meaning fans waited just over two years for this new batch of episodes. That gap makes the weekly rollout feel especially rewarding for longtime viewers who have stuck with Nikki and Jason’s story from the beginning.

Where to Watch ‘Trying’ Season 5

Streaming access remains straightforward for fans wanting to catch up before episode three drops. As of July 8, 2026, ‘Trying’ season five is available to stream on Apple TV globally, including North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East wherever the service operates. That wide rollout means most fans around the world are watching on the same schedule.

Those who missed earlier seasons have a chance to catch up before diving into the new episodes. The complete first four seasons of ‘Trying’ are now streaming on Apple TV, giving newcomers a full runway to understand Nikki and Jason’s journey before jumping into the Kat storyline.

With Kat’s arrival throwing Nikki and Jason’s carefully built life into disarray, episode three looks set to raise the emotional stakes even further as the season heads toward its midpoint. What do you think Kat’s return means for Princess and Tyler’s future with Nikki and Jason, and how do you think that tension gets resolved by the time ‘Trying’ reaches its season five finale.