TV series
Sitcom about navigating the trials and traumas of middle-class motherhood, looking at the competitive and unromantic side of parenting.
Streaming, rental and purchase options
Checked Sep 1, 2026
Motherland is available to stream on AMC+ Amazon Channel, Britbox, Britbox (Via Amazon Prime), Lionsgate+ (Via Amazon Prime), Spectrum On Demand, and Prime Video in United States. You can also buy it from Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Sitcom about navigating the trials and traumas of middle-class motherhood, looking at the competitive and unromantic side of parenting.
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Episode 1
Julia throws a birthday party for Ivy, but with her mom refusing to help, Julia must rely on Liz and Kevin's party skills along with her own event-organizing savvy to make it a success.
Directed by Juliet MayWritten by Holly Walsh, Graham Linehan, Helen Serafinowicz, Sharon HorganGuest stars Oliver Chris, Ellie Haddington, Ben Crompton, Barnaby Ferris, Peter Singh, Connie Wilkins
Episode 2
Julia gets involved in a school fundraiser, where she hopes to impress a former colleague. Kevin has a battle with the cloakroom, and despite Anne's protests, Liz takes care of the bar.
Directed by Juliet MayWritten by Holly Walsh, Graham Linehan, Helen Serafinowicz, Sharon HorganGuest stars Oliver Chris, Himesh Patel, Kirsty Bushell, Vilma Hollingbery
Episode 3
A pool party ruins Julia's plans right before an important event at work. Liz looks for a date, and Kevin gets annoyed by a new dad on the scene, who goes way back with Amanda.
Directed by Juliet MayWritten by Holly Walsh, Graham Linehan, Helen Serafinowicz, Sharon HorganGuest stars Ellie Haddington, Toyin Ayedun-Alase, Elizabeth Chan, Sharon Gavin, Richard Pepple, Ryan Pope, Orlando Seale
Episode 4
Julia's in-laws arrive to help while her husband Paul is away. Luckily, Kevin is around and loves old people. Amanda reluctantly gives Liz her old coat, which has a surprising effect on Liz.
Directed by Juliet MayWritten by Holly Walsh, Graham Linehan, Helen Serafinowicz, Sharon HorganGuest stars Oliver Chris, Jackie Clune, Nick Nevern, David Calder, Penny Ryder, Vilma Hollingbery, Lolly Adefope, Ross Armstrong
Episode 5
Anne's carpool propels her into the limelight. Kevin finds himself in the role of confidant for Amanda, who shares a deep secret with him. Liz and Julia's friendship teeters on the brink.
Directed by Juliet MayWritten by Holly Walsh, Graham Linehan, Helen Serafinowicz, Sharon HorganGuest stars Nick Nevern, Terry Mynott, Roger Walker, Pearl Chanda, Jessica Fostekew
Episode 6
Julia's childcare woes are over when she finds the perfect nanny, but her friendship with Liz becomes strained. Amanda keeps a low profile after Kevin blurts out her secret.
Directed by Juliet MayWritten by Holly Walsh, Graham Linehan, Helen Serafinowicz, Sharon HorganGuest stars Ellie Haddington, Jackie Clune, Nick Nevern, Peter Singh, Roger Walker, Pearl Chanda, Sabine Crossen, Sarah Kendall
Episode information updated Sep 15, 2026
Anna Maxwell MartinJulia
Diane MorganLiz
Paul ReadyKevin
Lucy PunchAmanda
Phillipa DunneAnne
Oliver ChrisPaul
Ellie HaddingtonMarion
Tanya MoodieMeg
BBC TwoUnited Kingdom
MermanUnited Kingdom
