Motherland - Season 01 Apr 2026

Reviewers from The Guardian called it a "no-holds-barred glimpse" into the future of parenting. It currently holds high scores on Rotten Tomatoes (89% critic score).

Julia tries to impress a former colleague at a school fundraiser while Liz handles a very strong sangria bar. The Pool Party Motherland - Season 01

(Lucy Punch): The self-centered, image-obsessed leader of the "Alpha Mums." She maintains a facade of perfect parenting while treating others with thinly veiled contempt. Reviewers from The Guardian called it a "no-holds-barred

(Diane Morgan): A blunt, sardonic single mother who prioritizes efficiency and "party hacks" over social niceties. Season 01 Episode Guide Julia hosts a massive

(Philippa Dunne): Amanda’s timid, perpetually pregnant "sidekick" who is often exploited by the group. Season 01 Episode Guide

Julia hosts a massive party for her daughter to gain "reciprocal childcare" points with other parents. Auction of Promises

The show was written by a "comedy supergroup" including Sharon Horgan ( Catastrophe ), Graham Linehan ( The IT Crowd ), Helen Serafinowicz , and Holly Walsh .