Family (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 1994, Family is a notable film directed by Michael Winterbottom, running about 190 minutes.
What it’s about. This four-part made-for-TV drama focuses up close on a Dublin couple with four children. Charlo is a hustler, a head-first footballer, a thief, abusive. Paula drinks, objects to Charlie's thievery and adultery without the will to chuck him out. John Paul worships his father who's initiating him into the world of beer and football but recoils at Charlo's treatment of mum; asthma and misbehavior at school follow. Daughter Nicola is a young woman, starting work in a garment factory. When Charlo begins to stare at her, she's frightened and Paula's furious.
Who’s in it. Family stars Sean McGinley as Charlo Spencer, Ger Ryan as Paula Spencer, Neilí Conroy as Nicola Spencer and Barry Ward as John Paul Spencer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Family sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Family page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Family (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Family change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Family worth watching?
- Family holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Family?
- Family stars Sean McGinley, Ger Ryan, Neilí Conroy, Barry Ward and Gemma Butterly.
- When was Family released?
- Family was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 190 minutes.