Uncle
Created by Oliver Refson
On BBC Three
A darkly comedic character study of an unlikely bond between a self-destructive adult and a child, where humour and genuine affection coexist with real emotional damage.
Andy is a dissolute out-of work musician who forges an unlikely alliance with his 12-year-old nephew Errol after being morally blackmailed into looking after him by his chaotic sister Sam - all on the day Andy was planning to kill himself. Not a natural with either kids or responsibility, he tries to keep his new charge out of trouble while being knee-deep in it himself.
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Like Uncle
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Uncle
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Uncle, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Uncle, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Uncle, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
