What is the plot of Spent?

Part-inspired by her own experiences in the modelling industry (and the trials and tribulations that come along with it), stand-up comedian Michelle De Swarte stars as Mia, a former catwalk model who is on the run… from herself.

Despite her humble beginnings, she’s become accustomed – possibly even addicted – to the finer things in life. However, she is forced to face a stark reality: her career is over, she’s flat broke and she’s homeless. Pushing 40 and permanently sofa surfing, Mia finds herself with a world-class skincare regime but living on the breadline. Not that she’s prepared to admit that to anyone, not even herself.

Billed as a “high fashion, low funds” drama, the series will follow Mia’s journey of personal renewal, exploring what happens when life forces you to fall from grace – and how to drag yourself back up again.

Alongside Swarte, the six-episode series stars Juliet Cowan, Amanda Wilkin, Matt King, Jamali Maddix, Karl Collins, Eleanor Nawal and Racheal Ofori.

Watch the official trailer for yourself below:

Exclusive: watch the official trailer for Spent, the BBC’s new laugh-out-loud comedy series