The Family

Channel 4's The Family is a compelling and distinctive new observational documentary series which lifts the lid on British family life in the 21st Century. The eight part documentary presents a revealing portrait of a modern British family unit, documenting the everyday dilemmas and decisions that are typical of those faced by families up and down the country from teenagers testing the boundaries to simply maintaining a happy married life.

From arguments over bedtimes and curfews to stressful wedding plans and work issues, The Family captures the challenges faced every day by people up and down the country. The fly-on-the-wall series follows the family as they cope with everything that life throws at them, their day-to-day activities and the trials and tribulations involved in getting everyone round the dinner table at the same time. The predicaments they face, the choices they make and challenges of family dynamics and communication they meet will be familiar to millions.

Read our blog on the first episode.