Outnumbered Christmas Special
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The Outnumbered Christmas Special 2024 returned to BBC One, reuniting the Brockman family eight years after the show's last episode. In this special, parents Pete (Hugh Dennis) and Sue (Claire Skinner) face a significant challenge as Pete reveals he has cancer, which many viewers found too serious for a comedy Christmas special
Key Highlights:
- The grown-up Brockman children - Jake, Ben, and Karen - are now in their twenties
- The family gathers in a smaller house to celebrate Christmas
- Pete's cancer diagnosis became a focal point of the episode, with Prostate Cancer UK praising the show for raising awareness
Tyger Drew-Honey (Jake) was particularly emotional about the reunion, saying he "cried of happiness" when he learned about the special
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. However, audience reactions were mixed, with many finding the episode too sad and departing from the show's original lighthearted tone.The special aims to showcase the family's dynamics as the children navigate adult life, including Jake working from home with a toddler, Ben planning adventures, and Karen dealing with workplace and relationship challenges.
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