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Season 1 – Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed

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Newly divorced mom Paula falls down a rabbit hole of blackmail, murder and youth soccer; convinced she witnessed a crime, while struggling through a custody battle and an identity crisis, Paula begins her own investigation.

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Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed — Season 1

Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Tatiana Maslany boldly leads this twistedly thrilling whodunit, serving as a fascinating exploration of the unexpected through compelling storytelling, diverting escapades, and the undeniable assurance of Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed.

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Sophie Gilbert The Atlantic 3d
The overall effect is pleasantly unsettling, reminding us of all the many ways people might be watching. Go to Full Review
Kathryn VanArendonk New York Magazine/Vulture 3d
Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed can’t rely on one crucial piece of information to drive all of its suspense; instead, it goes the much more challenging route of giving everyone as much information as possible. Go to Full Review
Wenlei Ma The Nightly (AU) 4d
It’s chaos, but it’s managed chaos. Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed never loses the many threads it’s weaving. That confidence and competence is rare in a story with so many parts. Go to Full Review
David Opie Metro Weekly (Washington, DC) 9h
4/5
Maximum pleasure really is guaranteed for anyone willing to take a chance on such a strange little oddball story. Go to Full Review
Melody McCune Tell-Tale TV 2d
3.5/5
It’s a solid springboard for the remainder of the season, bolstered by compelling work from star Tatiana Maslany and Murray Bartlett. Go to Full Review
Weiting Liu Common Sense Media 4d
4/5
Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed succeeds as both an entertaining dramedy and a sharp reflection on digital intimacy, exploitation, and modern isolation, realized by a heroine whose messiness makes her all the more compelling. Go to Full Review
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Gaslight G @RT93163167 10h I am so disappointed. I really like Tatiana in other productions but the character she plays in this show is so unbelievable and poorly written it literally had me screaming obscenities at the TV. She has this thing happen to her and then for some reason d decides to make it worse for herself at every moment possible, even though the correct think to do is so obviously clear and simple (telling the truth about her situation to the police and her ex) and would mean she would have the support she needs to get through the situation without a hitch. I'm not sure why this show was greenlit. Does the American public actually think that choices such as hers are rational. As it is you dot feel sorry for the character and it feels like she deserves everything she gets. Watch this show if you find yourself lost when having a conversation with regular people or feel like you want to punish yourself. Seriously below par for an Apple TV Production. See more Pixeleyes T @RT67507652 3d I really don't understand the good reviews, the show is grating and obnoxious, with unlikable characters being motivated by nonsense. See more Sam S @Sammie33 3d I had not really heard of this show. Looking for something to watch and gave it a try. It hooked me immediately. By the 3rd episode, I realized I was holding my breath. It is full steam ahead. I normally don't like 30 min ish shows when I love them (looking at you Widow's Bay) but with this show, I don't know that I could take 1hr. There were so many surprises from the beginning that I can't imagine where it is going next. It's a very serious topic but you also have funny side characters. Acts like a palate cleanser. I don't know how many episodes it has but I hope that it doesn't fizzle out. It really is amazing-different. See more brent C @brenthospital14 5d Love this to the max! (Anyone do that one yet lol?) See more harris S @dandelion11 6d I had not heard about this at all and checked it out after this week's Widows. So good! The actors are all fun and it's shot interestingly. I will say it's not mellow, so if you don't like fast-paced, may not be for you. But I loved the ride! See more DJ S. @DJSmetana 6d Amazing production quality. Story keeps you guessing what’s next. Rosen manipulates the viewer like a DJ at Omnia! See more Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired May 20, 2026 Magnets Single mom Paula Sanders finds comfort and connection with a charming cam boy-until a shocking moment changes everything. Details Episode 2 Aired May 20, 2026 Grave danger and police interrogations overlap with the first day of youth soccer coaching. Details Episode 3 Aired May 27, 2026 Paula is tracked by a man; Karl and Mallory make Paula an offer she's advised not to refuse. Details Episode 4 Airs Jun 3 Raisins Newly divorced mom Paula falls down a rabbit hole of blackmail, murder and youth soccer; convinced she witnessed a crime, while struggling through a custody battle and an identity crisis, Paula begins her own investigation. Details Episode 5 Airs Jun 10 Scamboy Newly divorced mom Paula falls down a rabbit hole of blackmail, murder and youth soccer; convinced she witnessed a crime, while struggling through a custody battle and an identity crisis, Paula begins her own investigation. Details Episode 6 Airs Jun 17 Newly divorced mom Paula falls down a rabbit hole of blackmail, murder and youth soccer; convinced she witnessed a crime, while struggling through a custody battle and an identity crisis, Paula begins her own investigation. Details Episode 7 Airs Jun 24 Newly divorced mom Paula falls down a rabbit hole of blackmail, murder and youth soccer; convinced she witnessed a crime, while struggling through a custody battle and an identity crisis, Paula begins her own investigation. Details Episode 8 Airs Jul 1 Newly divorced mom Paula falls down a rabbit hole of blackmail, murder and youth soccer; convinced she witnessed a crime, while struggling through a custody battle and an identity crisis, Paula begins her own investigation. Details Episode 9 Airs Jul 8 Newly divorced mom Paula falls down a rabbit hole of blackmail, murder and youth soccer; convinced she witnessed a crime, while struggling through a custody battle and an identity crisis, Paula begins her own investigation. Details Episode 10 Airs Jul 15 Newly divorced mom Paula falls down a rabbit hole of blackmail, murder and youth soccer; convinced she witnessed a crime, while struggling through a custody battle and an identity crisis, Paula begins her own investigation. Details

Season Info

Director
David Gordon Green
Creator
David J. Rosen
Executive Producer
Audrey Chon, David J. Rosen, Bard Dorros, Simon Kinberg
Network
Apple TV
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
May 20, 2026