# Where to watch The Family (2008) in the UK

> The Family (2008) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 16 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 2008  
**Runtime:** 60 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 5.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Reality, Family  
**Seasons:** 3  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 16 May 2026 (2026-05-16T21:10:55.802Z)  

## Synopsis

The Family is a British fly-on-the-wall documentary series that began airing 17 September 2008 on Channel 4. Each season follows a chosen family, consisting of parents and their children. The project aim was to gain a picture of everyday family life in the United Kingdom, as film-maker and director Jonathan Smith attempted to "condense four months of ordinary family life into eight films". The series is a revival of the original series of the same name that first aired in 1974.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Family in the UK?**

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**Are all seasons of The Family on the same service?**

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**Is The Family on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

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## Sources

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- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/20979/the-family-2008
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