

2018–2020 · Sky Go · Ended
The comedy, inspired by the childhood memories of Idris Elba follows the story of Walter and Agnes Easmon whose life is all about quiet routine. They arrived from Sierra Leone 13 years ago and work hard to pay the bills, raise son Kobna as well as support their family back home.But when Walter's brother, Valentine, comes to stay, his exuberance and lust for life changes everything. Looking to make a life for himself in the UK, he crashes into their lives bringing laughter, music and chaos. He quickly finds work, falls in love and ignites a passion for music in Kobna. He may frustrate Agnes and test Walter's patience but Kobna adores his "funcle" Valentine and after all, he is family.
Thursday at 22:00
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Last aired
S03E06 · Episode 6
2020-07-23
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Episode 1
2020-07-23 · 30 min
Episode 2
2020-07-23 · 30 min
Episode 3
2020-07-23 · 30 min
Episode 4
2020-07-23 · 30 min
Episode 5
2020-07-23 · 30 min
Episode 6
2020-07-23 · 30 min
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