Based on the book of the same name by English author David Nicholls and adapted by him for the screen, “Us” is a British four-part television comedy-drama series starring Tom Hollander and Saskia Reeves as a married couple, the Petersens, the first season of which aired on September 20, 2020, on BBC, and premiered in the US onSunday, June 20, 2021, on PBS.
The series is directed by Geoffrey Sax and has original music composed by Oli Julian.
The poignant and hilarious story of the Petersens during their vacation across Europe where the father Douglas tries to win back the love of his wife Connie and become reconciled with their son Albie.
In a drama tinged with humor and heartbreak, Tom Hollander (Baptiste, The Night Manager) and Saskia Reeves (Luther) play a couple who embark on a long-planned grand tour of Europe, despite the wife’s wrenching proclamation that she wants to leave the marriage. The miniseries is based on a novel by best-selling author David Nicholls.
The Daily Telegraph (UK) called it a “brilliantly witty and heartfelt drama about a family on the edge.”
Where can I watch “Us”?
Exclusively available for streaming on BBC, and PBS.