THE MIDWICH CUCKOOS

Here for synopses

Episodes Directed by Jennifer

  • Episode 3 “The Hive”
  • Episode 4 “Hide and Seek”
  • Episode 5 “Why Are You Lying”

Production Company

Snowed In

Broadcaster

Sky

Main Cast

Keeley Hawes, Max Beesley.

VIDEOS

Selected Scenes
Episode 4

★★★★ (4 stars)

“The suburbs have never been scarier than in this fresh take on John Wyndham”

– Katie Rosseinsky, The Standard

Steel yourself for Creepy Keeley and the zombie kids ★★★★

“Keeley Hawes is standout in this adaptation of John Wyndham’s 1957 novel – but those of a nervous disposition should hide behind the sofa.”

– Michael Hogan, The Telegraph

A brilliantly compelling mystery

“Keeley Hawes drama Midwich Cuckoos is a chilling, thrilling tale of alien babies.”

– Laura Bullimore, The Daily Mirror

★★★★

“The show blossoms into a captivating conspiracy thriller with an enjoyably explosive finale. Arise, Creepy Keeley, queen of cuckooland.”

– Daily Telegraph

★★★★

“…a lush, bingeable treat.”

– The Times

“…the vital sense of malevolent synergy between the children – all superbly played – is conveyed in how they operate: wordlessly communicating, turning heads in unison, walking in lockstep.”

– The Guardian

“Hawes is remarkable as the sympathetic psychotherapist who tries to uncover what is really going on and, at the same time, navigate her relationship with her daughter who has her own set of issues, and a new grandchild with an entirely different selection of supernatural (and somewhat murderous) motivations.
The series does touch on current social issues – like bodily autonomy, maternity, governmental control and surveillance – but it’s the suspense and shock factor that will keep you tuning in. If you’re left with one thing after watching this series, it’s that the children of Midwich are definitely not to be trusted.”

– Morgan Cormack, Stylist

SYNOPSES

The Midwich Cuckoos is a British science fiction television series on Sky Max, created by David Farr. It is a reimagining of John Wyndham’s 1957 sci-fi classic starring Keeley Hawes and Max Beesley.

The Hive
Episode 3

Synopsis:

Three years after the blackout. The children are entering the second phase of their development. Susannah notices changes in their behaviour and makes a terrifying discovery. Her worst fears are realised when a forgotten mother emerges.

Hide and Seek
Episode 4

Synopsis:

Whilst investigating Amrita’s disappearance, Paul’s own attachment to Nathan is challenged. Susannah tries to understand the cause of the children’s violent instincts. The children now see Susannah as a threat and use their powers to neutralise her.

Why Are You Lying
Episode 5

Synopsis:

With Susannah ostracised, the children’s hold on Midwich strengthens. When Paul awakens to the children’s true nature, he pleads with Susannah to try to forge a truce with them. Meanwhile Zoe and Sam are galvanised into action by another miracle.

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