Series synopsis
The Larkins is a British comedy drama television series that premiered on ITV1 on October 10, 2021. It ended on November 27, 2022. It stars Bradley Walsh, Joanna Scanlan, Sabrina Bartlett and Liam Middleton.
Set in the late 1950’s, The Larkins follows the golden-hearted wheeler dealer Pop Larkin and his wife Ma, together with their six children, including the beautiful Mariette, as they bask in their idyllic and beautiful patch of paradise in Kent.
Premise
Set in the late 1950’s, The Larkins follows the golden-hearted wheeler dealer Pop Larkin and his wife Ma, together with their six children, including the beautiful Mariette, as they bask in their idyllic and beautiful patch of paradise in Kent.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Bradley Walsh as Pa Larkin
- Joanna Scanlan as Ma Larkin
- Sabrina Bartlett as Mariette Larkin
- Liam Middleton as Montgomery Larkin
- Lydia Page as Primrose Larkin
- Lola Shepelev as Victoria Larkin
- Francesca Wilson Waterworth as Libby Fothergill
- Davina Coleman as Zinnia Larkin
Supporting cast
- Rosie Coleman as Petunia Larkin
- Tok Stephen as Cedric 'Charley' Charlton
- Amelia Bullmore as Miss Edith Pilchester
- Peter Davison as Vicar
- Kriss Dosanjh as The Brigadier
- Tony Gardner as Alec Norman
- Selina Griffiths as Norma Norman
- Seeta Indrani as Miss Chand
- Barney Walsh as PC Harness
- Natalie Mitson as Pauline Molloy
- Joelle Rae as Mariette Larkin
- Morgana Robinson as Pinkie Jerebohm
Guest cast
- Karl Collins as Mr. Rance
- Louis Gaunt as Eddie
- Jasmine Raymond as Mrs. Rance
- Tom Xander as Brian
- George Hannigan as Jasper
- Matthew Ashforde as Wilf
- Dave Johns as Margate Porter
- Piper Nairn as Xanthe
- Richard Cunningham as Mr Geoff Potts
- Cathy Murphy as Glenda
- Rebecca Saire as Duchess
- Paul Tylak as Dr. Leagrave
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 14 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 1 | December 25, 2021 | December 25, 2021 |
| Season 1 | 7 | October 10, 2021 | December 25, 2021 |
| Season 2 | 6 | October 16, 2022 | November 27, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Larkins at Christmas The Larkins prepare for Christmas and are overjoyed to have Mariette and Charley back, but when Charley's parents arrive, chaos descends on the Larkins' farm. |
December 25, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
In Which We Meet the Larkin Family There is excitement at the approaching May Day Fair, but Mariette drops a bombshell and the tax man comes calling. |
October 10, 2021 |
| 2 |
In Which the Larkins Woo Charley the Tax Man With their wit, charm and a little bit of cunning, the Larkins woo Charley the Tax Man. Mariette agrees to put her plans on hold and stay for the summer. |
October 17, 2021 |
| 3 |
In Which Pop and Ma Go on holiday Ma is worried that Pop is working too hard and books a weekend in Margate, leaving Charley and Mariette to mind the kids. Margate, however, threatens to be a let-down. |
October 24, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Bad Neighbours Pop accepts a lucrative offer that he can't refuse, and the Larkins' new neighbours host a hilariously dire dinner party. |
October 16, 2022 |
| 2 |
The Trap It's BBQ weather, and no-one throws a party like the Larkins - everyone is welcome, including the dubious Jerebohms, but a trap is set for Pop... |
October 23, 2022 |
| 3 |
Love and Violence Ma issues Pop some tough love while playing Cupid between Primrose and the Reverend Candy, and an old friend of Pop's arrives in the village. |
October 30, 2022 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | ITV1 |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 10, 2021 |
| Last aired | November 27, 2022 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday at 20:00:00 |