TV series
A small fictional village in England is completely subdued by an alien presence for an entire day. Upon waking, it is discovered that numerous women in the town are pregnant.
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The Midwich Cuckoos premiered June 2, 2022. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
A small fictional village in England is completely subdued by an alien presence for an entire day. Upon waking, it is discovered that numerous women in the town are pregnant.
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Episode 1
May 6th begins like any other day in Midwich. But as dusk falls, the lives of its residents are profoundly altered forever. As family members fight to save their loved ones from an unknown fate, a community is forged in a way nobody thought possible.
Directed by Alice TroughtonWritten by David FarrGuest stars Darcie Smith, Jade Harrison, Hannah Tointon, Laura Doddington, Anneika Rose, Cherrelle Skeete, India Ria Amarteifio, Amy Cudden
Episode 2
Midwich is recovering from the blackout when a shocking discovery is made: every woman of child-bearing age inside the zone on May 6th has fallen pregnant. But of graver concern to Dr Susannah Zellaby is the unnerving responses of the pregnant women.
Directed by Alice TroughtonWritten by David FarrGuest stars Darcie Smith, Jade Harrison, Hannah Tointon, Laura Doddington, Marianne Oldham, Cherrelle Skeete, Lewis Reeves, India Ria Amarteifio
Episode 3
Three 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.
Directed by Jennifer PerrottWritten by Sasha HailsGuest stars Dexter Sol Ansell, Jade Harrison, Aditi Pothuganti, Evan Scott, Hannah Tointon, Anneika Rose, Marianne Oldham, Cherrelle Skeete
Episode 4
Whilst 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.
Directed by Jennifer PerrottWritten by Laura LomasGuest stars Dexter Sol Ansell, Aditi Pothuganti, Hannah Tointon, Laura Doddington, Anneika Rose, Marianne Oldham, Cherrelle Skeete, Lewis Reeves
Episode 5
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.
Directed by Jennifer PerrottWritten by Namsi KhanGuest stars Dexter Sol Ansell, Natalia Harris, Aditi Pothuganti, Evan Scott, Hannah Tointon, Marianne Oldham, Cherrelle Skeete, Lewis Reeves
Episode 6
Two years later. The children go behind Susannah's back to express their desire to leave Midwich and Susannah suspects ulterior motives at work. Meanwhile, tragedy strikes one of the families. Paul and Susannah work together to uncover the truth.
Directed by Börkur SigthorssonWritten by David FarrGuest stars Dexter Sol Ansell, Marshall Hawkes, Kimia Lamour, Georgia Thorne, Indica Watson, Natalia Harris, Jude Muir, Hannah Tointon
Episode 7
After more bloodshed, the children plan to leave. Susannah volunteers to go with them and strives to get Cassie to safety. It is evident now that they must be stopped. And there's no easy way out.
Directed by Börkur SigthorssonWritten by David FarrGuest stars Dexter Sol Ansell, Marshall Hawkes, Kimia Lamour, Georgia Thorne, Indica Watson, Natalia Harris, Jude Muir, Marianne Oldham
Episode information updated Jul 25, 2026
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