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Netflix Standard with AdsThe A Word (2016) is a drama web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The A Word online in HD.
The A Word — Storyline
The various generations of the Hughes family, who all love, work and fight like any other clan, find they must learn to communicate all over again when the youngest member is diagnosed with autism.
Cast & Crew
- Created by: Keren Margalit
- Starring: Max Vento, Molly Wright, Morven Christie, Lee Ingleby, David Gyasi
The A Word — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2016-03-22 |
| Seasons | 3 |
| Episodes | 18 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | English |
| Network | BBC One |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 7.9/10 (26 votes) |
The A Word — Episode Guide
Series 1
- E1: Diagnosis (2016-03-22) — At Joe's birthday party, tensions rise when it's suggested he has communication problems.
- E2: Home School (2016-03-29) — Following Joe’s diagnosis, Alison wants to protect her son and takes him out of school without telling Paul. He and Rebecca believe that Joe shouldn’t have to change to fit into th
- E3: Therapy (2016-04-05) — Alison has to deal with a blast from her past after Maggie, a speech and language therapist, shows up to assess Joe.
- E4: Sleepover (2016-04-12) — An impromptu attempt to win Joe some friends leads to a breakthrough moment for Alison, but how long can it last? Maurice and Louise come to blows over Joe, while Rebecca turns to
- E5: Goodbye (2016-04-19) — Alison is hit hard when Joe's helper Maya looks set to be deported. As Paul and Eddie discover their wives both want different things, Maurice is left kicking himself for letting L
- E6: Lost (2016-04-26) — Alison brokers a peace with Paul in time for the gastropub opening, but Joe goes missing.
Series 2
- E1: Naming Day (2017-11-07) — When Joe says the A word for the first time, Paul and Alison know they must talk to him about his autism. Maurice is catapulted back into the life of Louise, and Eddie and Nicola h
- E2: Get Away (2017-11-14) — Life for the Hughes family turns upside down as Joe starts at a specialist school in Manchester. Rebecca halts her plans with James, and Louise confides in a stunned Maurice.
- E3: Are We Still Here? (2017-11-21) — Maurice and Louise clash. Paul makes an unexpected connection with Sophie. Eddie gears up for date night with his Manchester girlfriend, Holly.
- E4: Falling (2017-11-28) — Paul and Alison reconnect. Maurice has an existential crisis. Eddie teaches Joe to ride bikes.
- E5: Family Album (2017-12-05) — Nicola makes a 'film' of Joe's behaviors. Maurice makes a shocking proposal.
- E6: Same Deep Water (2017-12-12) — An "End of Year Show" at Joe's old school brings his family members together. Paul’s deepest feelings about his son’s autism emerge when Nicola makes a film of Joe’s behaviours. Ed
Series 3
- E1: Episode 1 (2020-05-05) — Unsettled by a change in his life, Joe rejects his headphones. Maurice tries to solve all his family’s problems, Alison clashes with a stranger, and Rebecca has some big news.
- E2: Episode 2 (2020-05-12) — Joe causes concern at school as he becomes fixated on his teacher, Heather. Paul helps Mark in his bid to join the army, and Rebecca sets the family straight about her pregnancy.
- E3: Episode 3 (2020-05-19) — Maurice and Eddie lock horns on a kids camping trip. Paul tries to forge a connection with Joe. Rebecca interrupts Alison’s date with Ben to confront her about motherhood.
- E4: Episode 4 (2020-05-26) — Alison brings the family together when she organises a sponsored walk for Joe. Paul gets a surprise from Sarah, and Maurice feels rejected by Ralph.
- E5: Episode 5 (2020-06-02) — Louise and Maurice are shaken when an unwelcome visitor arrives on the eve of Ralph’s wedding. Mark and Joe test Paul and Sarah’s liberalism when they strike out on their own.
- E6: Episode 6 (2020-06-09) — When Rebecca goes into labour, it falls to Joe to help his sister. Alison makes a decision about Ben, Paul makes Mark an offer, and Maurice has a big question for Louise.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The A Word have? 3 season(s) with 18 episodes.
Who created The A Word? Keren Margalit.
Where can I watch The A Word? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
