22 Kids and Counting

22 Kids and Counting

Continuing First aired 22/Feb/2021 United Kingdom English 9 season(s) 54 episode(s)
Series following Noel and Sue Radford as they cope with their supersized family, as well as grandchildren, dogs, teenage parties and home-schooling.

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Season 8 · Season 8
5 episode(s) · Air date: 01/Feb/2026
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S8E5
Family Trees
Air date: 08/Mar/2026 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 45 min
Summary

The ever-competitive Noel and Sue set out to uncover the family heritage of their supersized family on a journey that takes in South Wales, Bollington near Macclesfield, Manchester - and France!

Summary

The ever-competitive Noel and Sue set out to uncover the family heritage of their supersized family on a journey that takes in South Wales, Bollington near Macclesfield, Manchester - and France!

S8E4
Dreams Under Pressure
Air date: 01/Mar/2026 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 45 min
Summary

Sixteen-year-old Max's ambition is to work on vast engineering projects but first he must overcome a formidable obstacle. Meanwhile Ellie questions her relationship with boyfriend Steven.

Summary

Sixteen-year-old Max's ambition is to work on vast engineering projects but first he must overcome a formidable obstacle. Meanwhile Ellie questions her relationship with boyfriend Steven.

S8E3
Man's Best Friend
Air date: 15/Feb/2026 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 45 min
Summary

A new puppy brings a brief lift to Harley's spirits, but a devastating diagnosis soon puts Bella's life, and their hopes, at risk. Meanwhile, Sue and Noel's anniversary getaway takes an unexpected turn.

Summary

A new puppy brings a brief lift to Harley's spirits, but a devastating diagnosis soon puts Bella's life, and their hopes, at risk. Meanwhile, Sue and Noel's anniversary getaway takes an unexpected turn.

S8E2
Are You Okay Josh?
Air date: 08/Feb/2026 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 46 min
Summary

An episode unlike any before. Filmed over nine months, and made with the guidance of mental health professionals, it tells a story Josh never expected to share - ultimately moving, heartbreaking but uplifting.

Summary

An episode unlike any before. Filmed over nine months, and made with the guidance of mental health professionals, it tells a story Josh never expected to share - ultimately moving, heartbreaking but uplifting.

S8E1
Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
Air date: 01/Feb/2026 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 45 min
Summary

Britain's biggest family returns, but as Sue prepares for a party to celebrate Sophie and Joe's tenth wedding anniversary, unknown to her, cracks in their marriage have already appeared.

Summary

Britain's biggest family returns, but as Sue prepares for a party to celebrate Sophie and Joe's tenth wedding anniversary, unknown to her, cracks in their marriage have already appeared.

Season 7 · Season 7
6 episode(s) · Air date: 27/Jul/2025
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Season 6 · Season 6
5 episode(s) · Air date: 05/Jan/2025
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S6E5
Noel’s Long-Lost Mum
Air date: 20/Jul/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 48 min
Summary

Britain’s biggest family return in two emotional specials that change their lives forever as Sue hires an adoption specialist to help Noel contact his birth mother.

Summary

Britain’s biggest family return in two emotional specials that change their lives forever as Sue hires an adoption specialist to help Noel contact his birth mother.

S6E4
Look Out for the Quiet Ones
Air date: 26/Jan/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 48 min
Summary

As a new school term begins, the Radford house is in for a major upheaval. And when Sue becomes unusually distant, Noel becomes convinced she is hiding something from the family.

Summary

As a new school term begins, the Radford house is in for a major upheaval. And when Sue becomes unusually distant, Noel becomes convinced she is hiding something from the family.

S6E3
22 Kids & a Baby
Air date: 19/Jan/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 48 min
Summary

Noel finds a discarded positive pregnancy test. And if that wasn’t enough of a shock for him, then that’s nothing compared to the new mum-to-be… And Noel and Sue travel to Dubai.

Summary

Noel finds a discarded positive pregnancy test. And if that wasn’t enough of a shock for him, then that’s nothing compared to the new mum-to-be… And Noel and Sue travel to Dubai.

S6E2
22 Kids & a Wedding (2)
Air date: 12/Jan/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 48 min
Summary

As their big day gets closer, Harley and Millie are faced with unexpected challenges that threaten to derail the celebration - from lost wedding rings to devastating family feuds.

Summary

As their big day gets closer, Harley and Millie are faced with unexpected challenges that threaten to derail the celebration - from lost wedding rings to devastating family feuds.

S6E1
22 Kids & a Wedding (1)
Air date: 05/Jan/2025 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 48 min
Summary

We’re back with a brand-new series following the lives of Britain's Biggest Family, the Radfords. It’s been forever since a Radford wedding, but at long, long last, one is coming!

Summary

We’re back with a brand-new series following the lives of Britain's Biggest Family, the Radfords. It’s been forever since a Radford wedding, but at long, long last, one is coming!

Season 5 · Season 5
7 episode(s) · Air date: 21/Jul/2024
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S5E7
Special: 22 Lessons About Parenting
Air date: 01/Sep/2024 · Time: 20:00
Summary

In this special episode, Noel and Sue share their 22 most important lessons on raising a happy family, giving a masterclass in how they keep Britain's biggest family together.

Summary

In this special episode, Noel and Sue share their 22 most important lessons on raising a happy family, giving a masterclass in how they keep Britain's biggest family together.

S5E6
Episode 6
Air date: 25/Aug/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 47 min
Summary

Adoption Counselling. In the season finale, Noel tackles the most difficult dilemma of his adult life: should he or shouldn’t he find his birth mother? Plus, Harley wants to adopt Millie’s eldest child.

Summary

Adoption Counselling. In the season finale, Noel tackles the most difficult dilemma of his adult life: should he or shouldn’t he find his birth mother? Plus, Harley wants to adopt Millie’s eldest child.

S5E5
Episode 5
Air date: 18/Aug/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 47 min
Summary

The Radford’s discover that Tillie is being bullied at school because of her disability, which may affect whether she goes through with an operation. Plus, Sue turns bestselling author.

Summary

The Radford’s discover that Tillie is being bullied at school because of her disability, which may affect whether she goes through with an operation. Plus, Sue turns bestselling author.

S5E4
Episode 4
Air date: 11/Aug/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 47 min
Summary

Daniel’s move to Australia is under threat and Aimee’s hairdressing career could be over before it’s even started. How will Noel and Sue help their kids thrive in the face of adversity?

Summary

Daniel’s move to Australia is under threat and Aimee’s hairdressing career could be over before it’s even started. How will Noel and Sue help their kids thrive in the face of adversity?

S5E3
Episode 3
Air date: 04/Aug/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 47 min
Summary

Noel attempts to get James and Josh off their computers, and Sophie is taken on a trip to European party city Amsterdam in an attempt to take her mind off getting older.

Summary

Noel attempts to get James and Josh off their computers, and Sophie is taken on a trip to European party city Amsterdam in an attempt to take her mind off getting older.

S5E2
Episode 2
Air date: 28/Jul/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 47 min
Summary

Noel is acting very strangely, turning his back on work and family. Could a move to Australia be the tonic he needs? Plus, Luke’s relationship with sister Chloe comes under strain.

Summary

Noel is acting very strangely, turning his back on work and family. Could a move to Australia be the tonic he needs? Plus, Luke’s relationship with sister Chloe comes under strain.

S5E1
Episode 1
Air date: 21/Jul/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 47 min
Summary

The Radford’s are back! Excitement builds in Morecambe as Noel and Sue prepare to move to their dream home, and Casper lands a prestigious Premier League trial. Can he make the grade?

Summary

The Radford’s are back! Excitement builds in Morecambe as Noel and Sue prepare to move to their dream home, and Casper lands a prestigious Premier League trial. Can he make the grade?

Season 4 · Season 4
6 episode(s) · Air date: 17/Dec/2023
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S4E6
Episode 6
Air date: 04/Feb/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Noel and Sue are locked in a battle of wills to control their brood and their disagreements have Max and his 24/7 gaming at their centre. Younger brother Casper tries to entice Max into the garden, while Sue arranges for a fun half-term getaway, which goes disastrously wrong when Max plays his parents against each other and tricks Noel into believing he can stay at home. Sue rushes to Millie's aid when one-year-old Chester is proving a handful for Millie.

Summary

Noel and Sue are locked in a battle of wills to control their brood and their disagreements have Max and his 24/7 gaming at their centre. Younger brother Casper tries to entice Max into the garden, while Sue arranges for a fun half-term getaway, which goes disastrously wrong when Max plays his parents against each other and tricks Noel into believing he can stay at home. Sue rushes to Millie's aid when one-year-old Chester is proving a handful for Millie.

S4E5
Episode 5
Air date: 28/Jan/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Jake and Chloe are forced to face their relationship problems as they prepare to celebrate Mila's first birthday with a big party for family and friends at Radford HQ. Katie wants to squeeze an extra body into the home in the form of long-term boyfriend Connor - but can they pack him into an already bursting house?

Summary

Jake and Chloe are forced to face their relationship problems as they prepare to celebrate Mila's first birthday with a big party for family and friends at Radford HQ. Katie wants to squeeze an extra body into the home in the form of long-term boyfriend Connor - but can they pack him into an already bursting house?

S4E4
Episode 4
Air date: 21/Jan/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The Radfords are faced with devastating news from their closest friends the Walkers when their 16-year-old daughter Sophie's cancer returns and an expensive trip to America looks like her only chance for treatment. Noel and Sue rally the troops to raise life-saving funds, kicking off with an urgent video appeal to their half a million followers on social media.

Summary

The Radfords are faced with devastating news from their closest friends the Walkers when their 16-year-old daughter Sophie's cancer returns and an expensive trip to America looks like her only chance for treatment. Noel and Sue rally the troops to raise life-saving funds, kicking off with an urgent video appeal to their half a million followers on social media.

S4E3
Episode 3
Air date: 14/Jan/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Noel and Sue Radford make the biggest decision of their lives and decide to search for another house, but the older children soon realise there are more of them than there are rooms. So, who stays, and who goes? Meanwhile, Ellie is subjected to cruel online trolling during her 18th birthday celebrations, leading to Sue finding a way to boost her flailing confidence.

Summary

Noel and Sue Radford make the biggest decision of their lives and decide to search for another house, but the older children soon realise there are more of them than there are rooms. So, who stays, and who goes? Meanwhile, Ellie is subjected to cruel online trolling during her 18th birthday celebrations, leading to Sue finding a way to boost her flailing confidence.

S4E2
Episode 2
Air date: 07/Jan/2024 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Millie is rushed to hospital due to complications with her pregnancy, while a mistrustful and jealous Katie has packed her bags to follow long-term boyfriend Connor to Zante, where a worried-sick Noel and Sue also show up trying to track down their missing daughter.

Summary

Millie is rushed to hospital due to complications with her pregnancy, while a mistrustful and jealous Katie has packed her bags to follow long-term boyfriend Connor to Zante, where a worried-sick Noel and Sue also show up trying to track down their missing daughter.

S4E1
22 Kids and Counting at Christmas
Air date: 17/Dec/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Following Noel and Sue Radford and their children during the festive period, which might be the last one as a family of 22 with Daniel planning to move to Australia in the new year, but sibling rivalry leaves the clan at war with one another. Sue and Noel attempt to bring them back together with a variety of incentives including a surprise party at the bakery, a present reward chart (that goes horribly wrong), and team-building fun at the Christmas markets.

Summary

Following Noel and Sue Radford and their children during the festive period, which might be the last one as a family of 22 with Daniel planning to move to Australia in the new year, but sibling rivalry leaves the clan at war with one another. Sue and Noel attempt to bring them back together with a variety of incentives including a surprise party at the bakery, a present reward chart (that goes horribly wrong), and team-building fun at the Christmas markets.

Season 3 · Season 3
10 episode(s) · Air date: 08/Jan/2023
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S3E10
Episode 10
Air date: 12/Mar/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

In this final episode of 22 Kids & Counting, Noel and Sue address the question of why they have such a big family, confronting whether the answer lies in the fact that they were both adopted at birth. Noel decides it's the right time to discover more about his birth parents, leading to emotional discoveries with potentially life-changing consequences.

Summary

In this final episode of 22 Kids & Counting, Noel and Sue address the question of why they have such a big family, confronting whether the answer lies in the fact that they were both adopted at birth. Noel decides it's the right time to discover more about his birth parents, leading to emotional discoveries with potentially life-changing consequences.

S3E6
Episode 6
Air date: 12/Feb/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The family try to cope with blackouts as their pay-as-you-go meter continually runs out. So Max puts his maths skills to good use and comes up with some (extreme) energy saving tips.

Summary

The family try to cope with blackouts as their pay-as-you-go meter continually runs out. So Max puts his maths skills to good use and comes up with some (extreme) energy saving tips.

S3E5
Episode 5
Air date: 05/Feb/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

When teenager Josh starts to go off the rails, Noel and Sue decide to take the family on an adventure trip to the Ardeche Gorge in France to help get him back on track.

Summary

When teenager Josh starts to go off the rails, Noel and Sue decide to take the family on an adventure trip to the Ardeche Gorge in France to help get him back on track.

S3E4
Episode 4
Air date: 29/Jan/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Sue hatches a dramatic plan - a move to Florida! With news of an impending trip stateside, all the kids want to tag along - resulting in the biggest ever Radford family trip abroad.

Summary

Sue hatches a dramatic plan - a move to Florida! With news of an impending trip stateside, all the kids want to tag along - resulting in the biggest ever Radford family trip abroad.

S3E3
Episode 3
Air date: 22/Jan/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

After 18 years living in their ten-bedroom house in Morecambe, Noel and Sue Radford decide to find their dream home in the countryside.

Summary

After 18 years living in their ten-bedroom house in Morecambe, Noel and Sue Radford decide to find their dream home in the countryside.

S3E2
Episode 2
Air date: 15/Jan/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

After 18 years in their ten-bedroom house in Morecambe, Noel and Sue Radford decide to find their dream home in the countryside. And the family pie business is nominated for an award.

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After 18 years in their ten-bedroom house in Morecambe, Noel and Sue Radford decide to find their dream home in the countryside. And the family pie business is nominated for an award.

Season 2 · Season 2
10 episode(s) · Air date: 19/Dec/2021
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S2E10
Episode 10
Air date: 01/Jun/2022 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Sue gets the kids to help track lost socks. Noel is finally moving out of his old bakery after almost 20 years. He's sad to go, but pie sales are through the roof, so he needs new premises, and fast. Millie has big news for the family.

Summary

Sue gets the kids to help track lost socks. Noel is finally moving out of his old bakery after almost 20 years. He's sad to go, but pie sales are through the roof, so he needs new premises, and fast. Millie has big news for the family.

S2E9
Episode 9
Air date: 29/May/2022 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Return after a break of of the documentary series following Noel and Sue Radford's supersized family. Sue knows all about keeping unruly toddlers and rebellious teenagers in line but when it comes to her four dogs it's a different story.

Summary

Return after a break of of the documentary series following Noel and Sue Radford's supersized family. Sue knows all about keeping unruly toddlers and rebellious teenagers in line but when it comes to her four dogs it's a different story.

S2E8
Episode 8
Air date: 23/Feb/2022 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

A trip to a theme park goes wrong for the Radfords when Hallie and Phoebe go missing. Tilly is anxious about an upcoming hospital consultation and Noel formulates a new plan to divide up household chores between the kids.

Summary

A trip to a theme park goes wrong for the Radfords when Hallie and Phoebe go missing. Tilly is anxious about an upcoming hospital consultation and Noel formulates a new plan to divide up household chores between the kids.

S2E7
Episode 7
Air date: 16/Feb/2022 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

With half-term approaching, Sue and Noel pull out all the stops to keep the kids entertained, a "pie-off" on the seafront has Chloe and Noel fine-tuning their recipes before taking on the world. Ellie has a 16th birthday she won't forget.

Summary

With half-term approaching, Sue and Noel pull out all the stops to keep the kids entertained, a "pie-off" on the seafront has Chloe and Noel fine-tuning their recipes before taking on the world. Ellie has a 16th birthday she won't forget.

S2E6
Episode 6
Air date: 09/Feb/2022 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The Radford family is feeling the pressure when Noel has to fulfill delivery orders that add up to 6,500 pies and it seems like Luke is available to help, but Luke doesn't like taking orders.

Summary

The Radford family is feeling the pressure when Noel has to fulfill delivery orders that add up to 6,500 pies and it seems like Luke is available to help, but Luke doesn't like taking orders.

S2E5
Episode 5
Air date: 26/Jan/2022 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

It's all change at the Radford house as one child moves back home and another moves out, with Luke returning from the RAF and Chloe deciding to move in with Jake, prompting Luke and Katie both staking a claim for the room.

Summary

It's all change at the Radford house as one child moves back home and another moves out, with Luke returning from the RAF and Chloe deciding to move in with Jake, prompting Luke and Katie both staking a claim for the room.

S2E4
Episode 4
Air date: 19/Jan/2022 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The Radfords are going on their first holiday for almost two years, with Noel and Sue taking the kids on a tour of the Scottish Highlands, and they're going in convoy, with two camper vans needed to fit everyone in.

Summary

The Radfords are going on their first holiday for almost two years, with Noel and Sue taking the kids on a tour of the Scottish Highlands, and they're going in convoy, with two camper vans needed to fit everyone in.

S2E3
Episode 3
Air date: 12/Jan/2022 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

18-year-old Millie has a baby of her own. 25-year-old Chloe is house hunting with her new boyfriend. The whole extended brood come together for a double christening to welcome Bonnie and Heidie, the newest members of the family.

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18-year-old Millie has a baby of her own. 25-year-old Chloe is house hunting with her new boyfriend. The whole extended brood come together for a double christening to welcome Bonnie and Heidie, the newest members of the family.

S2E2
Episode 2
Air date: 05/Jan/2022 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Noel and Sue speak with the Walkers if they should have another child. Noel's pie-making business is booming and he has big plans for the future.

Summary

Noel and Sue speak with the Walkers if they should have another child. Noel's pie-making business is booming and he has big plans for the future.

Season 1 · Season 1
4 episode(s) · Air date: 22/Feb/2021
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S1E4
Episode 4
Air date: 15/Mar/2021 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

With ten teenagers now living in the Radford house, their laziness is driving Mum, Sue, to take up DIY projects, leaving the house in utter chaos as they drag on. There is another addition to the family - a new puppy.

Summary

With ten teenagers now living in the Radford house, their laziness is driving Mum, Sue, to take up DIY projects, leaving the house in utter chaos as they drag on. There is another addition to the family - a new puppy.

S1E3
Episode 3
Air date: 08/Mar/2021 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

There's another baby on the way but, for once, it's not Sue who's pregnant, but rather 18-year-old daughter Millie. Sister Chloe is put in charge of organising the baby-shower. Ten-year-old Tillie faces a crucial hospital visit.

Summary

There's another baby on the way but, for once, it's not Sue who's pregnant, but rather 18-year-old daughter Millie. Sister Chloe is put in charge of organising the baby-shower. Ten-year-old Tillie faces a crucial hospital visit.

S1E2
Episode 2
Air date: 01/Mar/2021 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

After months off school due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Radford kids return to school, with 11-year-old Max starting at a new high school. Dad, Noel, adopts a radical approach to device addiction.

Summary

After months off school due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Radford kids return to school, with 11-year-old Max starting at a new high school. Dad, Noel, adopts a radical approach to device addiction.

S1E1
Episode 1
Air date: 22/Feb/2021 · Time: 21:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The Radfords are facing a year like no other as they celebrate the birth of their 22nd baby Heidie just as the nation goes into lockdown. When the latest addition to the supersized family arrives home everyone has to help out.

Summary

The Radfords are facing a year like no other as they celebrate the birth of their 22nd baby Heidie just as the nation goes into lockdown. When the latest addition to the supersized family arrives home everyone has to help out.

Season 0 · Specials
1 episode(s) · Air date: 03/Jan/2019
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21 Kids and Counting
Air date: 03/Jan/2019 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 46 min
Summary

Follow the fascinating lives of Britain’s largest family, the Radfords, as they prepare for one of their biggest milestones yet - the birth of their 10th baby girl. With a new arrival on the way, Sue and Noel decide it’s the perfect time to take their ever-growing family on a package holiday to Benidorm. But travelling with such a large brood is never simple. From organising flights and accommodation to keeping the children entertained, every moment becomes an adventure of its own.

Summary

Follow the fascinating lives of Britain’s largest family, the Radfords, as they prepare for one of their biggest milestones yet - the birth of their 10th baby girl. With a new arrival on the way, Sue and Noel decide it’s the perfect time to take their ever-growing family on a package holiday to Benidorm. But travelling with such a large brood is never simple. From organising flights and accommodation to keeping the children entertained, every moment becomes an adventure of its own.

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