The A Word Season 3 Episode 4
The A Word
Season 3

Ep 4. Episode 4

  • November 25, 2020
  • 58 min
  •   (39)

Adam, a little boy with autism, has brought his family closer together through the challenges that come with his diagnosis, but in season 3 episode 4 of The A Word, tensions reach a boiling point when Joe's father Maurice reveals a secret that has been weighing on him for years.

While out for a walk, Maurice confides in his son that he had a brief affair decades ago with a woman named Rita, resulting in a son that he never knew about until recently. The news rocks Joe and his brother Eddie, who are disappointed in their father's infidelity and the way he kept the secret from them for so long.

Meanwhile, Adam's parents Paul and Alison are dealing with their own issues. Alison is struggling to cope with her brother's newfound sobriety, which is causing him to act distant and uninterested in her life. Paul, on the other hand, is having difficulties at work and is feeling insecure about his place in the family.

As Adam's family prepares for a big community event, tensions run high between them. Alison is stressed out about the details of the event and is struggling to keep up with Adam's needs. Paul is feeling alienated from his wife and son, and Maurice is feeling guilty and ashamed about his past mistakes.

The event is a success, but it only serves to highlight the fractures within the family. After a heated argument between Alison and Paul, they both realize that they need to work on their communication and find a way to come together as a team for Adam's sake.

As the episode comes to a close, the family is forced to confront their demons and secrets. Alison decides to confront her brother and ask for his help in understanding her own issues with addiction, while Paul seeks therapy to deal with his work-related anxieties. Maurice takes steps to make amends with his other son, and Joe and Eddie come to terms with their father's mistakes and find a new way forward as a family.

Overall, The A Word season 3 episode 4 is an emotional rollercoaster that explores the complexities and challenges of family dynamics and the importance of honesty and forgiveness in the face of adversity.

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Description
  • First Aired
    November 25, 2020
  • Runtime
    58 min
  • Language
    English