Cuckoo 2012
What is Cuckoo?
Cuckoo is a television series that combines elements of comedy and drama. The show revolves around Ken, the over-protective father of a young woman who has made a significant decision.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2012
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 33
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 25, 2012
- Last aired
- Jan 4, 2019
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC Three
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Cuckoo is a television series that combines elements of comedy and drama. The show revolves around Ken, the over-protective father of a young woman who has made a significant decision. Ken is faced with the challenges of his daughter's unconventional choice, which stems from her marriage to an American individual who embodies outlandish, New Age ideas.
Should you watch it?
“A carefree hippie disrupts a protective father's world in a wild family comedy.”
- quirky clash of generations
- mix of humor and drama
- fresh take on New Age lifestyle
- mature content may deter younger viewers
- humor can be niche
Watch it if you enjoy irreverent family comedy with generational conflict.
The series is rated TV-MA and includes mature language and themes, unsuitable for children.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Homecoming Sep 25, 2012
- E2 Family Meeting Oct 2, 2012
- E3 Ken on E Oct 9, 2012
- E4 Grandfather's Cat Oct 16, 2012
- E5 Connie Sings Oct 23, 2012
- E6 The Wedding Oct 30, 2012
Season 2 · 7 episodes
- E1 A New Beginning Aug 7, 2014
- E2 Potato Party Aug 14, 2014
- E3 Tribunal Aug 21, 2014
- E4 Funeral Aug 28, 2014
- E5 Ken at Work Sep 4, 2014
- E6 Neighbourhood Watch Sep 11, 2014
- E7 Christmas Special Dec 24, 2014
Season 3 · 7 episodes
- E1 Birth Feb 15, 2016
- E2 The Application Feb 22, 2016
- E3 Mums' Group Feb 29, 2016
- E4 Life of Dale Mar 7, 2016
- E5 University Challenged Mar 14, 2016
- E6 Sid’s Big Day Mar 21, 2016
- E7 The Holiday Mar 28, 2016
Season 4 · 6 episodes
- E1 Lawyer of the Year Aug 6, 2018
- E2 The Licence Aug 13, 2018
- E3 Ken's New Friend Aug 20, 2018
- E4 Trapped Aug 27, 2018
- E5 Walkabout Sep 3, 2018
- E6 Opening Night Sep 10, 2018
Season 5 · 7 episodes
- E1 Ivy Arrives Jan 4, 2019
- E2 Ivy Nanny Jan 4, 2019
- E3 Weed Farm Jan 4, 2019
- E4 Macbeth Jan 4, 2019
- E5 Divorce Party Jan 4, 2019
- E6 Two Engagements and a Funeral Jan 4, 2019
- E7 Election Jan 4, 2019
Frequently asked questions
What genre does Cuckoo belong to?
Cuckoo is classified as a comedy-drama series.
When was Cuckoo first released?
The series premiered in 2012.
Who are the central characters?
The story focuses on Ken, an over-protective father, and his daughter's impulsive American hippie husband.
What is the series' rating?
Cuckoo carries a TV-MA rating, indicating mature content.
What is the main premise of the show?
It follows a slacker with outlandish New Age ideas who marries a protective father's daughter during her gap year.