The financial reality of raising a child is daunting under the best of circumstances – but what happens when the safety net you’re supposed to rely on looks nothing like you expected? That’s the question behind Apple TV+’s Margo’s Got Money Troubles.
Elle Fanning plays Margo Millet, a young woman whose life pivots sharply after a fling with her college professor results in a baby. With job hunting tough and eviction closing in, Margo takes matters into her own hands by building an OnlyFans presence under the alias ‘Hungry Ghost.’ Along the way, a patchwork of people show up to help: her mother, her long-absent father, and her roommate.
Based on the book by Rufi Thorpe, Margo’s Got Money Troubles is already proving a hit with fans – and it’s as much for its stellar cast as the heartwarming story.
Watched the first few episodes and wondering where you’ve seen the cast before? Let’s meet the stars of Margo’s Got Money Troubles.
Who is in the cast of Margo’s Got Money Troubles?
Elle Fanning as Margo Millet
Elle stars as our titular Margo, a 20-year-old college dropout and aspiring writer who finds her life turned upside down after an unexpected pregnancy. If you’re wanting to spend more time with Margo, you can turn to the audiobook (which just so happens to be narrated by Elle too!)
Fan may recognise Elle from her work in Sentimental Value, The Great, and A Complete Unknown.
Michelle Pfeiffer as Shyanne Millet
Michelle stars as Margo’s mother, Shyanne, a former Hooters waitress who does her utmost best to try and support her daughter through motherhood. Fun fact: Margo’s Got Money Troubles is actually created and produced by Michelle’s husband, David E. Kelley!
The Golden-Globe winning actor is best known for appearing in Scarface, Batman Returns, Hairspray, and Ant-Man & The Wasp.
Nick Offerman as Jinx Millet
Nick appears as ex-wrestler Jinx, who re-enters his daughter Margo’s life fresh out of rehab with a request to move in and help with the childcare.
Fans may recognise Nick from playing Bill in The Last Of Us, as well as Ron in Parks and Recreation.
Thaddea Graham as Susie
Thaddea stars as Susie’s, Margo’s steadfast roommate and true supporter through everything that comes her way.
Thaddea’s screen credits include playing Bel in Doctor Who, Bea in The Irregulars, and Iona in Sex Education.
Greg Kinnear as Kenny
Greg joins the cast as Orange County youth minister Kenny, who is dating Margo’s mother Shyanne.
His previous acting credits include roles in As Good As It Gets, Black Bird, and Little Miss Sunshine.
Michael Angarano as Mark
Michael appears as Mark, a (yes, married) English professor at a local college who finds himself in hot water after Margo falls pregnant with his son following their fling.
Mark’s previously starred in This Is Us, and recently played Robert Serber in the hit film Oppenheimer.
Nicole Kidman as Lace
In the TV adaptation, it’s Lace that replaces the character of Linda. In the novel, Linda is a custody lawyer who supports Margo. In the series, she’s fused with the character of Lace: an ex-wrestler and lawyer, who just so happens to be a close friend of Jinx’s.
It’s award-winning actress Nicole Kidman who stars as Lace, known for her performances in the likes of Big Little Lies, Nine Perfect Strangers, Moulin Rouge, and Babygirl.
Marcia Gay Harden as Elizabeth
Marcia stars as Elizabeth, the protective mother of Mark who steps in to try and cover up her son’s affair.
Fans may recognise Marcia from her work in The Mist, as well as playing Maggie Brener in The Morning Show.
Rico Nasty and Lindsey Normington as KC and Rose as Rose
As Margo dives into the world of OnlyFans, she’s mentored by KC (played by Rico Nasty) and Rose (played by Lindsey Normington).
Rapper Nico Nasty (born Maria-Cecilia Simone Kelly) has built a following through projects including Nasty and Nightmare Vacation, with Margo’s Got Money Troubles marking her first major acting credit.
As for Lindsey, viewers may recognise her for playing Diamond in Anora, or from her cameo in Hacks as Cherry.
Michael Workéyè as JB
Initially introduced as one of Margo’s OnlyFans subscribed, JB soon becomes her business partner. While the novel sets the pair up under the guise of romance, the series keeps their relationship strictly professional.
JB is reportedly played by Michael Workéyè, who has previously starred in Dreaming Whilst Black, The Stolen Girl, Bookish, and Black Mirror.
Stream Margo’s Got Money Troubles on Apple TV+
This story first appeared on GRAZIA UK.
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