Apple TV+: New series with Jennifer Aniston announced Apfelpatient

Apple TV+ continues to expand its original lineup and has announced a new series based on Jennette McCurdy's memoir "I'm Glad My Mom Died." Jennifer Aniston will star in the lead role and also produce the project. Described as a dramedy, the series explores the complex relationship between a young actress and her controlling mother.

Since its launch in 2019, Apple TV+ has consistently focused on original content – with considerable success. Series such as "Ted Lasso," "The Morning Show," and "Bad Sisters" have received multiple awards. Now comes a new production based on one of the most discussed books of recent years. Jennette McCurdy's memoir caused a stir not only because of its provocative title, but also because of its candor in dealing with mental stress, control, and life as a child star. These very topics are now the focus of the new Apple TV+ series.

What the series is about

The series is based on McCurdy's book of the same name, which spent over 80 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. The story sheds light on the emotional and psychological strain McCurdy experienced as a child actress under her domineering mother. The series fictionalizes this relationship: It centers on an 18-year-old actress who stars in a successful children's series and suffers under the control of her narcissistic mother. The mother, who basks in her role as "mom of a star," is played by Jennifer Aniston. It is a ten-part dramedy series. The script, production, and direction are by Jennette McCurdy herself and Ari Katcher, known from series such as "Ramy" and the "Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show."

Star-studded production team with strong Apple TV+ connection

Jennifer Aniston is not only a star, but also an executive producer through her company Echo Films. Also producing are Sharon Horgan and Stacy Greenberg for Merman, who already had success on Apple TV+ with the series "Bad Sisters." Other producers are Dani Gorin, Tom Ackerley and Josey McNamara for LuckyChap, as well as Jerrod Carmichael and Erica Kay, who have worked on "Fosse/Verdon," "Pose" and "Dead Ringers," among others. The new series is part of an expanded collaboration between Apple TV+ and Jennifer Aniston. The actress has starred in the Apple Original series "The Morning Show" since 2019, which won an Emmy, a SAG Award and a Critics' Choice Award. The series' fourth season premieres on September 17th.

Apple TV+ also continues to work with Sharon Horgan and Merman. "Bad Sisters" won Best Drama Series at the BAFTAs. Actress Anne-Marie Duff won Best Supporting Actress. Both seasons of the series are currently available on Apple TV+.

Apple TV+ – an overview of the offering

Apple TV+ is available in over 100 countries worldwide on more than a billion devices. The streaming service costs €9.99 per month, but offers a seven-day free trial for new subscribers. Anyone who buys and activates a new iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, or Mac gets three months of Apple TV+ free. This offer is one-time per Family Sharing group and is valid for three months after the first activation of an eligible device. Apple TV+ is available via the Apple TV app – on devices such as the iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro, Mac, on smart TVs from various brands, as well as on streaming devices from Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast with Google TV, PlayStation, and Xbox. Since its inception, the service has focused exclusively on original productions and has received numerous awards in a short space of time: Apple Originals have received a total of 578 awards and 2,644 nominations. The most well-known titles include the Emmy-winning series "Ted Lasso" and the Oscar-winning film "CODA."

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Apple TV+: Jennifer Aniston in a role with depth

The new Apple TV+ series based on "I'm Glad My Mom Died" brings a provocative yet important story to the screen – with a strong lead role for Jennifer Aniston and a team of creative minds with a wealth of experience. For anyone interested in topics such as mental health, family dynamics, and the price of fame, this series is a must-see. While an exact premiere date hasn't been set yet, expectations are high – and rightly so. (Image: Apple)