Apple TV+ is turning Jennette McCurdy’s bestselling memoir I’m Glad My Mom Died into a new scripted series, and Jennifer Aniston has signed on to star.
The 10-episode show will explore McCurdy’s real-life relationship with her mother, Debra McCurdy, who Jennette described in the memoir as emotionally abusive and controlling.
Aniston will portray a fictional version of Debra, a key figure in Jennette’s childhood and acting career. The story will follow a teenage actress trying to navigate Hollywood while dealing with a mother who micromanages her life.
The show blends drama and dark comedy, staying true to the tone of the memoir.
This marks Jennifer Aniston’s second major project with Apple TV+ after The Morning Show. McCurdy is also deeply involved in the series. She is co-writing, executive producing, and co-showrunning the show alongside Ari Katcher.
Other executive producers include Margot Robbie’s production company LuckyChap, Jerrod Carmichael, Sharon Horgan, and Erica Kay.
The series does not yet have a release date, but it is expected to begin production soon. With a high-profile cast and a powerful story, the show is already drawing attention from fans and critics alike.
Jennifer Aniston stars in a new series based on Jennette McCurdy's best-selling coming-of-age memoir.
— Apple TV (@AppleTV) July 1, 2025
Written, executive produced and showrun by McCurdy and Ari Katcher. Aniston, Sharon Horgan and Merman, LuckyChap, Jerrod Carmichael and Erica Kay to executive produce.… pic.twitter.com/vFipHTa1om
A Story Based on a Bestselling Memoir About Fame, Abuse, and Healing
I’m Glad My Mom Died became a publishing sensation when it was released in 2022, praised for its honesty and emotional depth. In the book, Jennette McCurdy opened up about the abuse she endured from her mother while growing up in the entertainment industry.
She described how her mother pushed her into acting, restricted her eating, and maintained tight control over her personal life.
The upcoming series will build on these revelations, offering viewers a scripted look at the emotional toll of fame at a young age. The show aims to explore serious themes like mental health, parent-child boundaries, and the hidden struggles behind public success.
The decision to adapt the book for television gives McCurdy a new platform to tell her story. With Jennifer Aniston leading the cast, the series is expected to reach a broad audience and spark important conversations about abuse and healing.
So far, no other casting has been announced, and no trailer or footage has been released. But the combination of McCurdy’s powerful memoir and a respected team of producers has already made this project one of the most anticipated upcoming releases on Apple TV+.
