After Molly Kochan receives a diagnosis of Stage IV metastatic breast cancer, she decides to leave her husband to explore the complexity of her sexual desires for the first time in her life, with her best friend Nikki by her side.
Dying for Sex
DETAILS
FX’s “Dying for Sex” is inspired by the story of Molly Kochan, originally shared on a Wondery podcast created with her best friend, Nikki Boyer. 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. She gets the courage and support to go on this adventure from her best friend Nikki, who stays by her side until the very end.
- Release Date:
- 2025
- Genre:
- Drama,
- Comedy
- Rating:
- Creator:
- Kim Rosenstock
- Elizabeth Meriwether
- Starring:
- Michelle Williams
- Jenny Slate
- Rob Delaney
- Jay Duplass
- Kelvin Yu
- Sissy Spacek
EPISODES
S1:E1 Good Value Diet Soda
Molly leans on her best friend Nikki after receiving a distressing diagnosis.
S1:E2 Masturbation is Important
Molly dodges her treatment plan and follows her own desires.
S1:E3 Feelings Can Become Amplified
Molly tries to maintain a positive attitude despite disturbances from her new neighbor.
S1:E4 Topping is a Sacred Skill
Molly and Nikki attend a sex party, and Molly’s desires lead her to unexpected places.
S1:E5 My Pet
Molly’s mother, Gail, comes for a visit.
S1:E6 Happy Holidays
Molly confronts her past, as Nikki struggles to find balance.
S1:E7 You're Killing Me, Ernie
Molly has a visitor at the hospital.
S1:E8 It's Not That Serious
Molly reflects on her life.
