Series synopsis
The Kennedys is a British drama television series that premiered on BBC One on October 2, 2015. It ended on November 6, 2015. It was created by Emma Kennedy. It stars Lucy Hutchinson, Katherine Parkinson, Dan Renton Skinner and Emma Pierson.
Multi-generation family sitcom set in the 1970s, loosely based on Emma Kennedy's memoirs. The Kennedy family pursue every opportunity they can to climb the social ladder on their housing estate.
Premise
Multi-generation family sitcom set in the 1970s, loosely based on Emma Kennedy's memoirs. The Kennedy family pursue every opportunity they can to climb the social ladder on their housing estate.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Lucy Hutchinson as Emma Kennedy
- Katherine Parkinson as Brenda Kennedy
- Dan Renton Skinner as Tony Kennedy
- Emma Pierson as Jenny
- Harry Peacock as Tim
- Trixiebell Harrowell as Jane
- Shola Adewusi as Dee Palmer
Guest cast
- Shola Adewusi as Dee Palmer
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 7 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 1 | ||
| Season 1 | 6 | October 2, 2015 | November 6, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 101 | From Story to Film: The Making-of The Kennedys |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Secret Whisper Brenda holds Jessop Square's first dinner party. Emma has a clash with her rival Julie. |
October 2, 2015 |
| 2 |
Valentine Emma receives a Valentine's Day card for the first time. Brenda takes driving lessons. |
October 9, 2015 |
| 3 |
Vikings Tim has been given a book called So You're Going to Be a Dad and thinks it may be a hint. |
October 16, 2015 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC One |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 2, 2015 |
| Last aired | November 6, 2015 |
| Runtime | 30 minutes |
| Status | canceled |
| Schedule | Friday at 21:30:00 |