Trending Now - Apple Tv's New Series Dive Into the Onlyfans Phenomenon

WHO:

Variety - The show "Margo’s Got Money Troubles" stars Elle Fanning in the titular role.

The Verge - David J. Rosen is the creator and showrunner of "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed."

The Verge - Tatiana Maslany plays the character Paula in "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed."

The Verge - Brandon Flynn plays a cam boy in "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed."

WHAT:

Variety - "Margo’s Got Money Troubles" is a limited series about a single mother entering the world of virtual sex work via OnlyFans.

The Verge - "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed" is a crime comedy centered on a subscriber to a cam service.

The Verge - "Margo’s Got Money Troubles" has been renewed for a second season.

The Verge - The finale of "Margo’s Got Money Troubles" streams on May 20th.

The Verge - "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed" explores themes of companionship and loneliness through technology.

WHERE:

The Verge - The shows are available on Apple TV.

WHEN:

The Verge - The finale of "Margo’s Got Money Troubles" streams on May 20th.

WHY:

The Verge - David J. Rosen states that the timing of the two shows is indicative of a growing acceptance of finding companionship through technology.

The Verge - Rosen mentions the "epidemic of loneliness" brought on by technology as an inspiration for "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed."

HOW:

The Verge - "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed" was inspired by the increase in video calls and virtual relationships during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Verge - The show aims to humanize the characters involved in the story rather than demonize the sex work industry.

(UPDATED May 20, 2026 16:12 UTC)

The limited series "Margo’s Got Money Troubles," starring Elle Fanning, follows a single mother navigating the world of virtual sex work through OnlyFans and has already been renewed for a second season. Meanwhile, "Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed," created by David J. Rosen and featuring Tatiana Maslany and Brandon Flynn, is a crime comedy that delves into themes of companionship and loneliness in the digital age. Both shows are available on Apple TV, with the finale of "Margo’s Got Money Troubles" set to stream on May 20th.