FX has released the official Dying for Sex trailer for its upcoming comedy drama series, which serves as Oscar nominee Michelle Williams‘ return to television after six years since her acclaimed performance in Fosse/Verdon. It is inspired by the true story of Molly Kochan, which was originally shared on a Wondery podcast created with her best friend, Nikki Boyer. The miniseries will debut on Friday, April 4 on Hulu in the U.S. with all eight episodes.
Check out the Dying for Sex trailer below (watch more trailers):
What happens in the Dying for Sex trailer?
The video introduces Williams as a woman who gets diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. With the support and help of her best friend, she finally tries out all the things she missed out on life, including having an orgasm for the first time. The cast also includes Jenny Slate, Rob Delaney, Jay Duplass, David Rasche, Kelvin Yu and Esco Jouléy.
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Dying for Sex is written and executive produced by showrunners Elizabeth Meriwether (The Dropout) and Kim Rosenstock (Only Murders In the Building). Executive producers are Williams, Leslye Headland, Katherine Pope, Nikki Boyer, Jen Sargent, Marshall Lewy, Aaron Hart, Kathy Ciric, and Hernan Lopez. It is a production by 20th Television.
“After Molly receives a diagnosis of Stage IV metastatic breast cancer, she decides to leave her husband, Steve and begins to explore the full breadth and complexity of her sexual desires for the first time in her life,” reads the official synopsis. “Gird yourself, Molly has a lot to accomplish in the little time she has left. There’s no time for pearl clutching or passing judgement, Molly has no interest in what you think about her proverbial bucket list (btw, this phrase will always provoke an eye roll). She gains the courage to embark on this adventure from her ride or die Nikki, a woman whose love and devotion will compel you to pick up the phone and call that friend already!”
