Cuckoo — Season 1
The Thompson family adjusts to life with new American son-in-law Cuckoo, a self-appointed "spiritual ninja" who quickly settles into the household.
About this season
The Thompson family adjusts to life with new American son-in-law Cuckoo, a self-appointed "spiritual ninja" who quickly settles into the household.
Episodes (6)
1. The Homecoming
Aired 25 September 2012 • 30 min
Ken and Lorna are looking forward to seeing daughter Rachel again when she returns from her gap year, but are surprised when she introduces them to her new husband - travelling hippie and huge goon, Cuckoo. Ken struggles to find something to like about his new son-in-law before being pushed into a somewhat radical course of action.
2. Family Meeting
Aired 2 October 2012 • 29 min
Ken is keen to lay down some ground rules for Cuckoo in the Thompson house and proposes a family meeting, but getting his own way has knock-on effects.
3. Ken on E
9.0Aired 9 October 2012 • 30 min
Ken is delighted to be picked as a local councillor. Naturally, Cuckoo has some advice.
4. Grandfather's Cat
Aired 16 October 2012 • 27 min
Ken is afraid that Cuckoo will send his beloved father-in-law Tony to an early grave.
5. Connie Sings
Aired 23 October 2012 • 28 min
Self-appointed guru Cuckoo manages to motivate Lorna's best friend Connie to leave Steve and pursue her childhood dream of becoming a singer.
6. The Wedding
Aired 30 October 2012 • 30 min
The series comes to a close, and there's a shock in store for Rachel and Cuckoo. Ken, however, sees a big opportunity opening up.