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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

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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 May 28, 2026
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 May 28, 2026
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) May 28, 2026
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 Tusing The National (UAE) Aug 13, 2026
4.5/5
Sharply written, consistently funny and packed with enough twists to keep viewers guessing, while never losing sight of the emotional stakes, Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed is a smart examination of modern anxieties. Go to Full Review
Ernesto Diezmartinez Letras Libres Aug 11, 2026
2.5/4
Even within the conventions of the most popular television genres, imagination is possible. This series is proof of that. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
David Knox TV Tonight AU Jul 22, 2026
4
While my pleasure wasn’t quite maintained at maximum levels, it was sufficiently high that I don’t need to draw upon the guarantee for a streaming refund. And neither will you. Go to Full Review
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Drew M @Stonehands211 Oct 5, 2026 What a nice surprise this was! See more Rick C @rickrotten Sep 29, 2026 The writing is absolutely atrocious and frustrating—contrived, unbelievable, and nonsensical. Paula repeatedly makes terrible decisions that serve no discernible purpose other than to place herself in greater danger and manufacture the next crisis. One moment she is portrayed as sensible and intelligent, the next she becomes irrational, delusional, and incapable of basic judgment. She is incapable of calling 911 like everyone else. Worse, nearly every plot development depends on characters being conveniently one step behind—one turn too late, one phone call missed, one obvious clue overlooked. Rather than allowing events to unfold naturally, the show relies on coincidence, incompetence, and inexplicable decision-making to force contrived twists. The result feels less like suspense arising organically from the story and more like the writers manipulating the characters into whatever behavior is necessary--often contrary to who they are--to reach the next predetermined plot point. See more Jazzmin H @jazzminbree Sep 29, 2026 Haven't even finished it but already loving it. I'm on episode 9 right now, writing this (of course) at the point of the climax of the entire story. But shoot, it's been a minute since I've watched a show and I've been equally enthralled, giggling, and on the edge of my seat. It really hits the head on the nail for a series where I've been craving some sort of mystery but it's quirky. Characters are spot on with clear antagonists that you actually want to hate. You're on the ride as soon as you get. But you have to definitely pay attention to the beginning cause if you don't you may get a little lost. I wasn't paying attention at the beginning cause of all the "sex" and I missed crucial things to the pot (what a rookie). Anyways, I will definitely rewatch this again. Just finished and I can't wait for Season 2. Hurry up now! See more Fred G @P-fred Sep 26, 2026 I absolutely love Tatiana Maslany, but I cannot cheer for this character. How am I supposed to root for someone so deeply flawed with so few redeeming qualities? She starts out as a victim, but she constantly makes matters worse through her own poor decision-making. The only reason we would get a second season is that the finale hinges on yet another terrible choice. I would say this is less thrilling and more frustrating. See more Albert W @CommonSenseAl Sep 14, 2026 This was pretty good... I thoroughly enjoyed it and kept looking forward to the next episode. See more Jeanine D @RT678905342698 Sep 14, 2026 It's super fun and Maslany rules as always! 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 Aired Jun 3, 2026 Raisins A secret is revealed in Portland; Danger, and the cops, close in on Paula in Queens. Details Episode 5 Aired Jun 10, 2026 Scamboy Paula's investigation leads her, Rudy and Geri into a standoff; Mallory crosses legal lines in the custody battle. Details Episode 6 Aired Jun 17, 2026 Rosebuds Paula scrambles to host a children's pizza party as the case intensifies. Details Episode 7 Aired Jun 24, 2026 Paranoia, packages and a painful parting. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 1, 2026 Paula hits rock bottom, but can't let the investigation go; Rudy suspects Geri is keeping secrets. Details Episode 9 Aired Jul 8, 2026 Custody hearings loom, conspiracy theories gel and an attack brings back the fact-checkers. Details Episode 10 Aired Jul 15, 2026 Everything everywhere all at once. Details
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Season Info

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