Next of Kin

Seasons

1995

UK

8

When orphaned grandchildren become wards of retirees bound for France, the couple's plans change. The hostile, peculiar-eating children and resentful woman are met by the somewhat helpful housekeeper Liz.

Episode List

S1 • E1

Pilot

#1.1 Accidental Death - We are introduced to Maggie and Reggie Prentice and how reality hits them in a surprisingly way when their 3 grand-kids and a menagerie of pets arrive at their door and learning that their only, not-so-close-to son, Graham and his wife,have died in a car accident. Learning to adapt ensues for all involved.

S1 • E2

Episode #1.2

S1 • E3

Episode #1.3

Georgia threatens to leave home, feeling unappreciated.

S1 • E4

Episode #1.4

Maggie and Andrew are finding cramped living conditions with 3 grandchildren stressful. Maggie suggests an extension in the garage. Andrew will have to give up his much loved wine collection from the garage if the plan goes ahead.

S1 • E5

Episode #1.5

Maggie is looking forward to the three grand children returning to school, so she can enjoy the peace and quiet. Unfortunately one of the children develops chicken pox, and to make matters worse, Liz the housekeeper quits.

S1 • E6

The Anniversary

S1E6 Correct title "The Adoption ". Maggie and Andrew decide it is time to legally adopt their three grandchildren. The three children are not so keen.