# Where to watch The Family (1974) in the UK

> The Family (1974) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 13 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1974  
**Runtime:** 30 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 8.0/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Reality  
**Seasons:** 1  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 13 May 2026 (2026-05-13T03:19:36.039Z)  

## Synopsis

The Family was a 1974 BBC television series made by producer Paul Watson, and directed by Franc Roddam. It was a fly-on-the-wall documentary series, seen by many as the precursor to reality television. It was similar to an American documentary which had aired the previous year in 1973, called An American Family. It followed the working-class Wilkins family of six of Reading, through their daily lives, warts and all, and culminated in the marriage of one of the daughters, which was plagued by fans and paparazzi alike.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Family in the UK?**

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## Sources

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- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/tv/19061/the-family-1974
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