The Cuckoo

A slow-burning, uneasy watch where a stranger's presence quietly poisons a family's fresh start, keeping you tense and suspicious throughout.

Created by

Barunka O'Shaughnessy

Genres

Drama

Starring

Jill Halfpenny, Claire Goose, Lee Ingleby

Tagline

Don't let her in.

Overview

A family's desire for a fresh start unravels when their lodger's true identity is revealed, sparking a perilous journey to uncover dark family secrets and the cost of maternal love.

How it feels

Tense, dark and melancholic. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Family, deception, identity, isolation

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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