MotherFatherSon

20191 seriesEntertainment / Drama
Available on
BBC Two

Richard Gere stars as media mogul Max, a US-born man who finds himself at the heart of British politics, and able to wield considerable power as the owner of various television stations and newspapers. Max's aristocratic ex-wife Kathryn works at a homeless shelter having been exiled from the family, while their struggling son Caden begins to crack under pressure as an editor for one of his father's newspapers. Catastrophic events force the family back together, and they begin to work through their issues.

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Episode 1. Tragedy strikes a fractured family at the heart of politics and power. Contains very strong language.

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Episode 2. With their son fighting for life, the story of Max and Kathryn’s relationship is revealed. Contains disturbing scenes.

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Episode 3. Kathryn dedicates herself to Caden’s recovery as Max looks to the future. Contains very strong language.

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Episode 4. As Caden spirals, Kathryn learns the dark secrets of Max’s media empire. Contains very strong language.

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Episode 5. Kathryn, Max and Caden gather at a remote rural house for a family reckoning. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 6. Kathryn and Caden plan to take on Max – who is working on a strategy of his own. Contains some upsetting scenes.

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Episode 7. While Max is thrust into the public eye, Caden prepares to sacrifice himself. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 8. Kathryn must make a decision on Max’s offer as the nation goes to the polls. Contains some strong language.

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