Cuckoo

20125 seriesEntertainment / Comedy
Available on
BBC Three

The Thompson family (dad Ken, mum Lorna, and children Rachel, Dylan, and Sid) are finally getting back to their quiet lives after a series of somewhat comical misadventures. Rachel's former husband, American hippie `Cuckoo', remains absent after going missing while climbing in the Himalayas several years earlier. His alleged long-lost son Dale has left the scene after things with Rachel didn't work out, and Ken and Lorna's unexpected baby Sid is growing up fast and getting ready for school. It seems like everything is getting back to normal, until Ken receives some news out of the blue: he has a sister, she is a billionaire, and she wants to meet him and the family.

A New Beginning: Episode Image
Episode 1A New Beginning

A painful operation and a mysterious stranger conspire to make life less simple for Ken. Contains some strong language.

Potato Party: Episode Image
Episode 2Potato Party

Dale is looking for a path in life - and alights on Cuckoo's potato van. Contains some strong language.

Tribunal: Episode Image
Episode 3Tribunal

Ken defends Steve for medical malpractice. Ben wants to set Dale up with Rachel's friend. Contains some strong language.

Funeral: Episode Image
Episode 4Funeral

When Ken's old professor's dying wish goes wrong, Dale and Ken turn up at the funeral. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 5Ken at Work

The senior partner at Ken's firm is retiring, and Ken is in line for succession. Contains some strong language.

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Episode 6Neighbourhood Watch

An intruder leaves Ken questioning his manliness. Rachel and Ben are moving in together. Contains strong language.

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Episode 7Christmas Special

Ben and Dale both want to make Rachel's holiday special, and Ken gets stuck in the middle. Contains some strong language.

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