Exclusive Preview of Apple TV's Margo's Got Money Troubles at SXSW: A Sneak Peek into the Family Dramedy
Audiences at the Paramount Theatre in Austin, Texas, were treated to an exclusive preview of Apple TV's new family dramedy, Margo's Got Money Troubles, during the opening night of SXSW. The festival showcased the first three out of eight episodes of the series, based on Rufi Thorpe's novel, followed by a Q&A session with series creator David E. Kelley, executive producer Eva Anderson, and stars Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfieffer, Thaddea Graham, and more.
In Margo's Got Money Troubles, Elle Fanning portrays Margo, a 20-year-old grappling with financial challenges after an unexpected pregnancy resulting from an affair with her college professor. To make ends meet, Margo turns to unconventional means, including creating an OnlyFans account. The series features colorful and endearing characters, as described by Fanning during the post-screening discussion.
Michelle Pfieffer, who plays Margo's mother Shyanne, expressed her fondness for the character's complex relationship with her daughter. The series marks a significant collaboration between Pfieffer and her husband, David E. Kelley, with Pfieffer humorously noting Kelley's preference for directing questions to the director.
Elle Fanning, along with her sister Dakota Fanning, executive produced the series under their banner Lewellen Pictures. Margo's Got Money Troubles is a production of Apple TV+ in partnership with A24, with Kelley serving as the writer and showrunner. The series is set to premiere on April 15, with three initial episodes followed by weekly releases until May 20.
Overall, Margo's Got Money Troubles promises a blend of humor, heart, and relatable characters that will captivate audiences as they follow Margo's journey through financial turmoil and personal growth.