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Just Act Normal

Just Act Normal

2025•40m•5.8/10
DramaComedy

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5.8/10(4)

Three stubbornly optimistic siblings have a dark secret. When their mum disappears, they will do anything to keep it quiet so they can stay together as a family, but – as feistily resilient and fiercely loyal as they are - can they really outwit the authorities and carry on with life under the radar?

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Production

The Forge Entertainment, BBC

Language

EN

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

April 16, 2025

Last Aired

April 30, 2025

Networks

BBC Three

Created By

Janice Okoh

Trailers & Videos

Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
Episode 1
E1
Episode 1
Air date: 2025-04-16
Tiana, Tionne and Tanika try to live life under the radar after their mum seemingly disappears, but when her drug dealer arrives demanding money, their secret risks being exposed.
Episode 2
E2
Episode 2
Air date: 2025-04-16
The siblings’ secret’s exposed. Tiana plans their escape but fails and is forced to confront their estranged dad. Feelgood offers to help, but there's a catch - he wants to move in.
Episode 3
E3
Episode 3
Air date: 2025-04-23
The siblings navigate life with Feelgood whilst dodging Leo's suspicions. Jamie takes Tiana on an impromptu date, while Ms Jenkins grows worried about Tanika’s home life.
Episode 4
E4
Episode 4
Air date: 2025-04-23
The siblings hire a fake Jackie to fool Ms Jenkins. Tiana juggles work, studies and family, clashing with Shanice. Feelgood tries to leave drug dealing behind.
Episode 5
E5
Episode 5
Air date: 2025-04-30
Tanika encounters a police officer who raises concerns about their mother. Escaping the pressure, Tiana enjoys a night out with Shanice, but at home, things begin to fall apart.
Episode 6
E6
Episode 6
Air date: 2025-04-30
When Tanika goes missing, Tiana, Tionne and Feelgood rally to find her. The siblings are finally forced to confront their situation, leaving Tiana with a big decision.

Cast

Chenée Taylor

Chenée Taylor

Tiana

Kaydrah Walker-Wilkie

Kaydrah Walker-Wilkie

Tanika

Akins Subair

Akins Subair

Tionne

Sam Buchanan

Sam Buchanan

Dr. Feelgood

Romola Garai

Romola Garai

Ms. Jenkins

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