Nuclear Family (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Series · ★ 7.3
Released in 2021, Nuclear Family is a documentary series.
What it’s about. Ry Russo-Young turns the camera on her own past to explore the meaning of family. In the late 70s/early 80s, when the concept of a gay family was inconceivable to most, Ry and her sister Cade were born to two lesbian mothers through sperm donors. Ry’s idyllic childhood was threatened by an unexpected lawsuit which sent shockwaves through her family’s lives and continues to reverberate today.
Who’s in it. Nuclear Family stars Sandy Russo as Self, Robin Young as Self, Ry Russo-Young as Self and Cade Russo-Young as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Nuclear Family has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nuclear Family page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nuclear Family tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nuclear Family (2021)?
- In US, Nuclear Family is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Nuclear Family worth watching?
- Nuclear Family holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Nuclear Family?
- Nuclear Family stars Sandy Russo, Robin Young, Ry Russo-Young, Cade Russo-Young and Tom Steel.
- When was Nuclear Family released?
- Nuclear Family was released in 2021.