The Midwich Cuckoos (2022–2022)
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The Midwich Cuckoos is set in Midwich, a small English commuter town that is liberal and aspirational, populated by nuclear families and affluent high streets. A place where nothing much happens – and for a very good reason. That is until the twilight hours of a summer's day when a sleepy corner of Midwich is plunged into panic. People pass out on their feet without warning, without reason.Anyone who tries to enter meets the same fate. And nobody can understand why. When the mysterious blackout is lifted, life for those affected returns to apparent normality – except every woman of child-bearing age inside the zone has suddenly and inexplicably fallen pregnant. As news spreads and tensions simmer, it is up to gifted psychotherapist Dr Susannah Zellaby to help support those affected through the emotional wilderness.
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- 01
Why Are You Lying?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. - 02
Hide and SeekWhilst 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. - 03
The HiveThree 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.
Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01
Bad ThingsJune 2, 2022May 6th begins like any other day in Midwich. But as dusk falls, the lives of its residents are profoundly altered forever. As family member - S01E02
In This TogetherJune 9, 2022Midwich is recovering from the blackout when a shocking discovery is made: every woman of child-bearing age inside the zone on May 6th has f - S01E03The HiveJune 16, 2022Three years after the blackout. The children are entering the second phase of their development. Susannah notices changes in their behaviour
- S01E04Hide and SeekJune 23, 2022Whilst investigating Amrita's disappearance, Paul's own attachment to Nathan is challenged. Susannah tries to understand the cause of the ch
- S01E05Season's bestWhy Are You Lying?June 30, 2022With Susannah ostracised, the children's hold on Midwich strengthens. When Paul awakens to the children's true nature, he pleads with Susann
- S01E06
Not an Ice CreamJuly 7, 2022Two years later. The children go behind Susannah's back to express their desire to leave Midwich and Susannah suspects ulterior motives at w - S01E07
DepartureJuly 14, 2022After more bloodshed, the children plan to leave. Susannah volunteers to go with them and strives to get Cassie to safety. It is evident now
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