The Family

9:00pm Tuesday, December 14 on C4

The Family , the BAFTA-nominated observational documentary series, returns for a new run, with a black British family filmed around the clock over eight turbulent weeks, documenting the universal themes of family life. This week, eldest son and aspiring rapper Ayo is feeling the heat as he prepares for his first major gig. Meanwhile, youngest child Ola’s summer holiday isn’t exactly going to plan.

9:00pm Tuesday, November 23 on C4

The BAFTA-nominated observational documentary series, returns for a new run, with a black British family filmed around the clock over eight turbulent weeks, documenting the universal themes of family life. This week, with Mum and Dad away, the kids are left home alone and plan a large house party. But first they must decide who rules the roost.

9:00pm Tuesday, November 16 on C4

The Family , the BAFTA-nominated observational documentary series, returns for a new run, with a black British family filmed around the clock over eight turbulent weeks, documenting the universal themes of family life. The Adesinas are a large family living in the heart of Hackney, East London. Vicky and her husband Sunday have been married for 30 years and are traditional Nigerian parents with strong views on God, love and family values, and with four British-born children from 15 to 27, all living at home. This is the first time in six years all adult children and parents have lived together and tensions simmer as the streetwise kids collide with their parents’ old fashioned ways.

Wednesday, December 23 on 4

In the last episode of the series, the wedding day arrives and preparations are well underway in the Grewal household. Among the chaos, Kaki and Jeet’s baby is still in hospital. He’s getting stronger but the anxious parents are still waiting for news on when they can bring him home. The big Indian wedding Shay always dreamed of is finally here but despite her happiness there are also some tears. After years of separation she still hasn’t heard from her mum and has no idea if she will turn up on the day.

Wednesday, December 16 on 4

In tonight’s episode, the family’s love for each other really shines through as Kaki’s health is getting worse and she is counting down the days until Jeet returns from India. Without him she’s been struggling with the pregnancy and she is worried he won’t be with her when she needs him. Her worst fears are realised when she is rushed into intensive care two months before her due date and is critically ill. As Jeet races back to be by her side the family must pull together as they face the most traumatic event in their lives.

Wednesday, December 9 on 4

The discovery of a rat in the kitchen means Arvinder turns DIY Dad as he grapples with the pest. He’s not impressed by spending his time off playing handyman, nor is Sarbjit with her “old man” under her feet all day. But who will prevail? The rat? Or Arvinder and his DIY? Meanwhile, Kaki’s baby is due in eight weeks but Jeet is off to India for a month to see his family. With news about the baby and the day of departure drawing closer, Jeet is left wondering if he is making the right decision.

Wednesday, November 25 on 4

In tonight’s episode family tensions are building. For Sarbjit and Arvinder, having all their children under one roof is all-important but as every parent knows it sometimes comes with a price. With a wedding on the horizon and a baby on the way the family is feeling the pressure. As the storm brews will news about the baby clear the air and heal the rift in the family?

Wednesday, November 18 on 4

Shay and Sunny’s wedding preparations are in full swing but Shay’s family are still the missing link. With no one to give her away on the big day, Shay is left questioning if blood really does run thicker than water. For the past five years Sarbjit has always been by Shay’s side to help pick up the pieces. So far Shay’s attempts at reaching out to her family have left her broken-hearted. Do you need to lose one family to gain another or will a phone call from her aunt change everything?

Wednesday, November 11 on 4

In this second episode, against the backdrop of Kaki and Jeet’s upcoming theatre production, a real-life drama begins to unfold. For Jeet, playing house-husband is a far cry from the film star days he has left behind in India. Meanwhile, pregnant Kaki is feeling hormonal and unhappy as her due date draws closer. The tensions are taking their toll on their relationship and, with the pressure mounting, Jeet announces he might go back to India: with or without Kaki. The theatre production, however, must go on.

Wednesday, November 4 on 4

A British Indian family opens its doors to viewers in a major new eight-part observational series, documenting the universal themes of family life. The Grewals are a fun-loving and lively family with three generations all living under one roof. For two months they were filmed by cameras placed in every part of their house during the most dramatic and exciting months of their lives. Highlights of the series include the birth of a new baby and a big wedding. In episode one, eldest son Sunny and Shay’s Indian wedding is fast approaching. But Shay’s own family don’t approve of her marriage to Sunny and her attempts to patch things up have so far not gone as planned.