Motherland

20173 seriesEntertainment / Comedy
Available on
BBC Two

Written by a team that includes multiple award winners Sharon Horgan and Graham Linehan, this sitcom focuses on middle-class parents and the everyday challenges they encounter. From the competitiveness of the morning school run, to the sheer pandemonium of hosting a children's party, `Motherland' gives an honest and amusing depiction of life as a modern-day mother or father to small kids. Armed with their own individual parenting techniques, the leading characters try their best to carry out their responsibilities calmly, tackling each humour-filled situation as it arises.

No Mum Left Behind: Episode Image
Episode 1No Mum Left Behind

A new mum at the school gates attracts the attention of Julia, Liz and Kevin. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 2Soft Opening

Julia reluctantly agrees to help Amanda launch her new shop. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 3Mother's Load

Julia finds that working from home is impossible. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 4The Purge

Julia goes trick or treating in an attempt to meet a celebrity neighbour. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 5Le Weekend

The gang spend half term in the countryside, but it's not long before tempers fray. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 6Good Job

Kevin will stop at nothing to make it in time for the dads' race. Contains some strong language.

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