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The A Word

Series Overview

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.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedScripted
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

3 Seasons • 18 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

2016 – 2020

Premiered: Tue, Mar 22, 2016

Created By
Keren Margalit

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Jun 9, 2020

Season 3, Episode 6: “Episode 6”

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.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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THE A WORD | Official Trailer | SundanceTVOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2016-06-17

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Keren Margalit

Producers

Marcus Wilson, Patrick Spence, Avi Nir

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-14

TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

Germany (FSK)18

FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.

Australia (ACB)PG

Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

France (CNC)18

Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.

United States (MPAA)TV-14

Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The A Word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The A Word

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What is The A Word about?

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.

How many seasons does The A Word have?

The A Word comprises 3 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The A Word?

Key cast members in The A Word include Max Vento, Molly Wright, Morven Christie, Lee Ingleby, David Gyasi.

Who created or directed The A Word?

The A Word was developed and directed by Keren Margalit.