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Weekend Family
FrenchWeek-End Family
GenreComedy
Created byBaptiste Filleul
Written by
  • Géraldine de Margerie
  • Nour Ben Salem
  • Cécile Lugiez
  • Julie-Anna Grignon
  • Marion Carnel
  • Paul Madillo
Directed by
Country of originFrance
Original languageFrench
No. of seasons2
No. of episodes16
Production
Producers
  • Sandra Ouaiss
  • Dorothée Woillez
  • Nathalie Majdar
Running time24–46 minutes
Production companyElephant International
Original release
NetworkDisney+
ReleaseFebruary 23, 2022 (2022-02-23) –
present

Weekend Family (French: Week-End Family) is a French comedy television series for children and teenagers, which is produced by Elephant International for the Walt Disney Company.[1] The series premiered on February 23, 2022, on Disney+ in select countries.

In July 2022, the series was renewed for a second season.[2][3][4] Season 2 premiered on April 5, 2023.[5]

Plot

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Fred is the fun and irresistible father of a very diverse family. As a perpetual joker, he tries to be a good father to his daughters Clara (15 years), Victoire (12 years) and Romy (9 years), for whom he only takes custody on weekends. Although his daughters' mothers love Fred, Laurence, Marie-Ange and Helena all had good reasons to leave him. The mothers are never far away, and neither is Stan, Fred's best friend. When Fred falls madly in love with Emmanuelle, a Québécois woman living in Paris who studied child psychology and is doing her doctorate, a new phase in life begins for both of them. Emmanuelle, who cannot always rely on the advice of her best friend Cora, has to break away from books and theory every weekend in order to get along with her new family, including Fred's ex-partners.

Cast

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Character Actor Voice actor
Fred Éric Judor Evan Arnold
Emmanuelle „Emma“ Daphnée Côté Hallé Jessie Hendricks
Clara Liona Bordonaro Victoria Washington
Romy Roxane Barrazuol Lila Karp-Ziring
Victoire „Vic“ Midie Dreyfus Lily Sanfelippo
Marie-Ange Jeanne Bournaud Liza Seneca
Helena Annabel Lopez Presciliana Esparolini
Laurence Annelise Hesme Robyn Cohen
Stan Hafid F. Benamar Matt Flynn
Cora Séphora Pondi Aurelia Michael

Episodes

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Series overview
SeasonEpisodesOriginally released
18February 23, 2022 (2022-02-23)
Special1December 9, 2022 (2022-12-09)
28April 5, 2023 (2023-04-05)

Season 1 (2022)

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No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
11"Fresh Start"
"Nouveau départ"		Pierre-François Martin-LavalGéraldine de Margerie & Nour Ben SalemFebruary 23, 2022 (2022-02-23)
Fred and Emma are madly in love but since Emma is due back to Canada to finish her thesis, Fred hasn’t told his kids. When they find out, Romy plots to keep Emma and Fred apart. Which means that neither Fred nor Emma know that the other wants to stay together.
22"Zero Waste"
"Zéro conso"		Pierre-François Martin-LavalGéraldine de Margerie & Nour Ben SalemFebruary 23, 2022 (2022-02-23)
As they drop off the girls on Friday night, the three exes invite themselves at Fred’s for Sunday Brunch in order to get to know Emma. Clara imposes a “zero waste” challenge on the family: no one is allowed to buy anything for the whole weekend. Romy is beside herself because she’s lost her binky and Emma is convinced it’s her fault.
33"Double Axel"
"Double axel"		Pierre-François Martin-LavalCécile Lugiez & Julie-Anna GrignonFebruary 23, 2022 (2022-02-23)
Marie-Ange gets the family a virtual assistant, which Vic and Romy are delighted about. Clara learns to respect Emma’s privacy. Romy, completely addicted to an online game, is furious when she finds out Emma mentions her in her thesis. The tension is at its height when Fred inadvertently spills water all over Emma’s computer.
44"The Deep End"
"Sous l'eau"		Pierre-François Martin-LavalCécile Lugiez & Julie-Anna GrignonFebruary 23, 2022 (2022-02-23)
This weekend, Fred is ill so Emma has to take care of the girls all by herself. Vic has a synchronized swimming competition this Sunday and is nervous because of her tyrannical coach, Clara insists on going to an environmental protest on Saturday night, and Romy plays nurse at her father’s bedside.
55"The Neighbor's Get Together"
"La fête des voisins"		Sophie ReineMarion Carnel & Paul MadilloFebruary 23, 2022 (2022-02-23)
At the neighbors’ get-together, Emma realizes that her new thesis advisor is none other than the rigid president of the freeholder’s association, who’s also not a fan of Fred’s annoying and noisy family. The girls come up with a plan to make sure he takes a liking to Emma. Clara gets a letter from Alexis.
66"The Ranch's Farewell"
"Adieu au ranch"		Sophie ReineMarion Carnel & Paul MadilloFebruary 23, 2022 (2022-02-23)
Clara wants to get rid of her childhood things and sell them at the flea market this Sunday. Romy struggles to welcome changes in her family dynamic. Vic gets help from Emma to help her little sister express her feelings. Emma has doubts about her career path. Fred must accept that his eldest is growing up.
77"Back to Nature"
"Le retour à la nature"		Sophie ReineGéraldine de Margerie & Nour Ben SalemFebruary 23, 2022 (2022-02-23)
The family, Alexis, Stan and Marie Ange go on an adventure in the Fontainebleau forest for Vic’s birthday. The program: a Treasure Trail and then back to the lodge for a “truth or dare” party. Emma gets a phone call with a tempting offer that could change everything...
88"Do-Over"
"Tout recommence"		Sophie ReineGéraldine de Margerie & Nour Ben SalemFebruary 23, 2022 (2022-02-23)
It’s Mothers’ Day weekend. Emma has doubts about the new life she’s embarking upon. The girls are worried that their father and Emma are breaking up and surprise them to rekindle the flame. Clara sends a text to Alexis by mistake and Emma gives her piece of advice to give her the courage she needs.

Special (2022)

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TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
"Weekend Family Christmas Special"
"Week-end Family : Un Noël gagnant-gagnant"		Pierre-François Martin-LavalÉric Judor, Baptiste Nicolaï & Hafid F. BenamarDecember 9, 2022 (2022-12-09)

Season 2 (2023)

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No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
91"Operation Venice"
"Opération Venise"		Julien GuettaUnknownApril 5, 2023 (2023-04-05)
Fred and Emma are celebrating one year of living together. Even though Emma is very busy with work and says she wants to celebrate with a good movie and a pizza, Fred lets himself be convinced by Stan that he needs to wow her. So Fred decides to recreate Venice for Emma, but without leaving Paris! Quite an ambitious plan, and the timing could be better. Romy, moody because her pregnant mom won’t stop talking about her future baby, decides that she wants to live at Fred and Emma’s during the week. Vic is in a phase where she showers… very rarely. And to top it off, Clara imposes drastic measures on the family to consume less.
102"Surprise Surprise"
UnknownUnknownApril 5, 2023 (2023-04-05)
Grandma Jo, Fred’s mother, shows up by surprise at her son’s. Fred is certain that she is going to ask him to move in with the family for good. In a panic, Fred drowns himself in unbelievable lies. On her end, Clara tries by any means possible to hide from her father the fact that she has been kicked out of school for two days. And the icing on the cake: Vic and Romy put Helena’s “gender reveal” party in jeopardy.
113"The Party"
"La Boum"		UnknownUnknownApril 5, 2023 (2023-04-05)
For her birthday, Romy is organizing her first party and really wants to impress her friend Sarah-Jane. She pulls out all the stops: Clara is in charge of getting the cake and Vic is in charge of entrances and exits and most importantly of making sure that Fred and Emma stay away from the living room, as the party is kids-only! But Fred is panicking at the thought of his youngest having her first party without any adults and is afraid things will get out of hand. While Emma has a very important meeting during the party, Fred has a hard time staying put.
124"Who Framed Fred"
"Qui veut la peau de Fred"		UnknownUnknownApril 5, 2023 (2023-04-05)
Between Vic who has not started reading for a test taking place the following Monday, Romy who was caught cheating at school and Clara who is setting the record for most mistakes on her drivers’ test, the weekend is off to a pretty bad start. But when Fred discovers online that a certain Coconut12 has not only given him a zero as a physio, but also left a slanderous comment, it’s the last drop. Fred vows to expose Coconut12. Emma, the girls and even Stan are going to help him in his quest by coming up with questionable stratagems.
135"Your Mothers and Me"
"Vos mères et moi"		UnknownUnknownApril 5, 2023 (2023-04-05)
Outside school, Nolan whispers something to Vic who does not manage to hear everything. Back home, she asks Romy and Clara for some advice in order to understand whether or not Nolan likes her. Since Emma is away at a seminar, Fred cannot help himself from meddling in Vic’s love life and he proposes to tell her all about how he met Laurence, Marie-Ange and Helena. We dive into the past to discover Fred’s flirting techniques, which are not always efficient!
146"All Aboard!"
"Attention au départ"		UnknownUnknownApril 5, 2023 (2023-04-05)
Like every year, the entire family gets together at Marie-Ange’s to organize the summer holidays by taking into account everyone’s constraints. But this time, there is too much pressure on Marie-Ange and Emma accepts to take over the schedule. She quickly realizes that it is quite the head-scratcher! Clara has her own secret plan for the holidays, much to Fred’s dismay. Fred plans on dissuading her by making her go through a series of impossible tests. Vic, on the contrary, does not have the courage to tell Fred that she does not want to go to basketball camp anymore. While Fred spends the weekend trying to discourage the girls from changing their plans, Romy busies herself. As for Emma, she makes a surprising discovery, one she cannot tell anyone about.
157"Radio Caroline"
Hafid F. BenamarUnknownApril 5, 2023 (2023-04-05)
Fred pokes fun at Emma laying around in her pajamas and calls her a ‘granny’. Slightly hurt, Emma fights back by pointing out that Fred never finishes what he started. Fred is wounded and tries by any means possible to finish putting together the piece of furniture that they plan to gift to Jean and Helena for their baby’s birth. Meanwhile, Emma pushes herself to get out of the house and runs into an old college friend, the very chatty Caroline. Unable to get a sentence in, Emma gets stuck in a quid pro quo leaving Caroline to believe that Clara is her neighbor. Thanks to Caroline, Clara gets a job in an art gallery displaying the work of her favorite artist, but will quickly realize he’s not as admirable as she thought he was”.
168"Home Sweet Home"Hafid F. BenamarUnknownApril 5, 2023 (2023-04-05)
When a real estate agent knocks on the door to tell the family that the owner of the apartment has decided to sell, panic ensues. Fred, committed to staying in the home where his daughters grew up, calls a war council. They have to come up with a strategy to discourage any potential buyer. But not everyone is as determined: Emma can see herself living in a new apartment and Vic dreams of having her own room. In the mix of it all, Clara tries to choose her options for the upcoming baccalaureate.

Release

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The series premiered on February 23, 2022, on Disney+ in France, Canada, Benelux, Scandinavia, Spain, Portugal, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Hong Kong and Taiwan (including Disney+ Hotstar in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand). The series debuted in the US, UK, Ireland and Italy on March 9, 2022.[6][7]

The second season premiered in France on April 5, 2023.[8][9]

Reception

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Joel Keller of Decider found the chemistry between the characters uplifting across their relationships, stating that it succeeds to avoid the portrayal of excessive and trite responses provided by other sitcoms, while complimenting the humor and the character development.[10] Joly Herman of Common Sense Media rated the series 4 out of 5 stars, praised the show for its promotion of love and acceptance, found that the series depicts different positive role models, and complimented the diversity of the characters.[11]

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Weekend Family

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Weekend Family (French: Week-End Family) is a French family comedy television series that premiered on Disney+ in 2022, centering on the humorous challenges faced by a divorced father who reunites with his three daughters every weekend while adjusting to a new romantic relationship. The show explores themes of blended families, co-parenting, and everyday chaos in a lighthearted manner. The series follows Fred, an osteopath portrayed by , who has custody of his daughters—Clara (16), Victoire (13), and Romy (10)—each from a different ex-wife, during weekends in . When Fred falls in love with Emma (Daphnée Côté-Hallé), a Canadian PhD in child psychology, she integrates into their dynamic, forming a makeshift "weekend " that leads to comedic interactions with the children's mothers and among the kids themselves. Created by Baptiste Filleul with head writers Géraldine de Margerie and Nour Ben Salem, the program was directed by Pierre-François Martin-Laval and Sophie Reine. Produced by and serving as Disney+'s first original French-language series, Weekend Family ran for two seasons from 2022 to 2023, with each season consisting of eight episodes. It received positive attention for its relatable portrayal of life, blending humor with heartfelt moments about acceptance and growth.

Premise and production

Premise

Weekend Family is a French family comedy series that centers on Fred, an osteopath and divorced father who has custody of his three daughters—Clara (16), Victoire (13), and (10)—every weekend. Each daughter lives during the week with a different mother, reflecting the complexities of Fred's past relationships with three ex-partners. The core storyline revolves around these weekend gatherings in their home, where the family navigates daily life amid the daughters' distinct personalities and the lingering influences of their mothers. The narrative introduces significant change when Fred begins a relationship with Emma, a Canadian PhD student in child psychology, who becomes a potential to the girls. This development heightens the family dynamics, as Emma's theoretical expertise in psychology clashes with the practical chaos of blending into an already fragmented household, leading to humorous misunderstandings and emotional growth. Key conflicts arise from integrating ex-partners into shared spaces, managing rivalries, and balancing new romantic elements with parental responsibilities, all set against the vibrant, bustling backdrop of . The series adopts a heartwarming tone, emphasizing the joys and challenges of blended families through comedic situations that appeal to children and teenagers. Episodes are structured around the weekend custody arrangement, with each installment focusing on self-contained adventures that highlight themes of , , and familial bonding, while avoiding deeper serialization beyond the evolving integration.

Production

Weekend Family (French: Week-End Family) was created by Baptiste Filleul as Disney+'s first original family comedy series produced in . The series was developed to deliver a global streaming experience rooted in French cultural nuances of blended dynamics. It was announced on February 16, 2021, as part of Disney's expanded slate of European originals, with production handled by Elephant International. The first season was filmed in the region during 2021, emphasizing practical sets and locations to authentically depict everyday family scenarios in an urban French setting. Head writers Géraldine de Margerie and Nour Ben Salem, alongside creator Filleul, crafted the scripts to highlight lighthearted, relatable humor centered on multicultural family interactions. Directing duties were split between Pierre-François Martin-Laval for episodes 1–4 and Sophie Reine for episodes 5–8, focusing on comedic timing and ensemble performances without reliance on extensive visual effects. Producers Sandra Ouaiss, Dorothée Woillez, and Nathalie Mazdar oversaw the project, targeting a broad family audience through straightforward production techniques that prioritized character-driven comedy. In July 2022, Disney+ renewed the series for a second season, which premiered in on April 5, 2023, maintaining the same production approach. As of November 2025, no third season has been announced, though the show's positive reception has sparked ongoing discussions among fans and industry observers.

Cast and characters

Main cast

The main cast of Weekend Family centers on the blended family dynamics, led by as Fred, a charismatic and fun-loving divorced father in his forties who juggles weekend custody of his three daughters while navigating his new relationship. Judor, a veteran French comedian known for his work in the iconic duo Éric et Ramzy—where he co-starred in sketch shows and films like Double Zéro (2004)—brings his signature absurd humor and improvisational style to the role, drawing from his prior television successes such as the satirical series H (1998–2002) and Platane (2011–2019). Daphnée Côté-Hallé portrays Fred's optimistic new partner and a PhD student in from who serves as the figure, often applying theoretical knowledge to real-life family challenges with mixed results. At around 30 years old in the series, Emma's character highlights cultural contrasts in the household, and Côté-Hallé, a Canadian with theater training, was cast to emphasize the show's theme of multicultural blending. The daughters form the emotional core of the ensemble, each with distinct personalities tied to their relationships with Fred and their respective mothers. Liona Bordonaro plays Clara, the 16-year-old eldest daughter, a rebellious and sarcastic teen dealing with and independence issues while living weekdays with her mother, , who runs a . Midie Dreyfus stars as Victoire "Vic," the 13-year-old middle child, an energetic and adventurous whose structured life with her high-powered CEO mother, Marie-Ange, contrasts with her weekend freedoms. Roxane Barazzuol depicts , the 10-year-old youngest, a whimsical and imaginative girl influenced by her Spanish actress mother, Helena, bringing creativity and playfulness to the family interactions. The young actresses were selected for their ability to convey authentic sibling dynamics and diversity, reflecting the series' representation of a modern, multi-ethnic French family.

Recurring cast

The recurring cast of Weekend Family features supporting characters who appear across multiple episodes, primarily the three ex-partners of Fred—each the mother of one of his daughters—and his best friend Stan, whose presence amplifies the comedic tensions and co-parenting challenges central to the series' blended family dynamics. Laurence, portrayed by Annelise Hesme, is Clara's mother and Fred's first ex-wife; she runs a vintage café alongside her current wife and stepson, often intersecting with the weekend gatherings to negotiate custody and family events, which sparks humorous conflicts over differing parenting styles and introduces themes of evolving queer family structures. Her appearances highlight the complexities of post-divorce cooperation, as her bohemian lifestyle clashes with Fred's more chaotic household, fostering pivotal moments of reconciliation and boundary-setting across seasons. Marie-Ange, played by Jeanne Bournaud, serves as Victoire's mother and a high-powered CEO whose structured, no-nonsense approach frequently disrupts the relaxed weekend vibe, leading to comedic escalations during shared activities like holiday planning or school-related issues. Her character underscores tensions in co-parenting with high-achieving dynamics, evolving from rigid interactions to more collaborative efforts that enrich the family's growth. Helena, enacted by Anabel Lopez, is Romy's mother and a vibrant Spanish actress whose free-spirited, theatrical personality injects flair and unpredictability into family interactions, often resulting in lively but chaotic visits that blend cultural elements and emotional depth. Her recurring role contributes to arcs exploring artistic influences on parenting and the blending of international backgrounds, adding layers of humor through exaggerated expressions and spontaneous decisions. Stan, Fred's loyal best friend played by Hafid F. Benamar, recurs as a comic foil who is constantly present during weekends, offering misguided advice on relationships and parenting that heightens the frenzy and provides relief through his bumbling yet supportive nature. Featured in numerous episodes, Stan's involvement enhances the show's ensemble feel by facilitating , such as mediating ex-wife disputes or joining family outings, while his subtly develops through deeper friendships amid the chaos. The casting draws on established French and international comedic talent to ensure authentic portrayals of modern family tensions; for instance, Hesme and Bournaud bring nuanced timing from their prior roles in French cinema, while Lopez infuses Helena with genuine cultural vibrancy, and Benamar leverages his stand-up background for Stan's relatable humor. These performers appear in guest spots during the 2022 Christmas special, further emphasizing their roles in seasonal family blending.

Episodes

Season 1 (2022)

The first season of Weekend Family consists of eight episodes, which premiered on Disney+ on February 23, 2022. It introduces the core dynamic, centering on Fred, an osteopath who shares custody of —Clara, Victoire, and —with their respective mothers during weekdays, while managing weekend gatherings that become more complex with the arrival of his new partner, Emma, a Canadian child psychologist completing her PhD. The episodes, each approximately 25-29 minutes in length, blend humor with heartfelt moments as the family navigates integration challenges.
EpisodeTitleOriginal Air DateSynopsis
1Fresh StartFebruary 23, 2022The daughters discover Fred's hidden relationship with Emma, who is preparing to return to Canada to complete her thesis, forcing an abrupt introduction to their potential new stepmother.
2Zero WasteFebruary 23, 2022The girls' mothers arrange a Sunday brunch to meet Emma, but the weekend spirals into chaos due to an unexpected zero-waste challenge imposed on the family.
3Double AxelFebruary 23, 2022The family receives a virtual assistant named Axel as a gift, leading to comedic privacy invasions and discussions about boundaries in their blended household.
4The Deep EndFebruary 23, 2022With Fred falling ill, Emma must handle the daughters solo for the weekend, testing her ability to manage their individual personalities and needs.
5The Neighbors' Get TogetherFebruary 23, 2022During a neighborhood party, family secrets surface, and Emma unexpectedly encounters her new thesis advisor, complicating her professional and personal life.
6The Ranch's FarewellFebruary 23, 2022Participating in a flea market, the family confronts minimalism by deciding what possessions to part with, sparking reflections on change and attachment.
7Return to NatureFebruary 23, 2022To celebrate Victoire's birthday, the group embarks on a treasure hunt in the Fontainebleau forest, fostering teamwork amid outdoor mishaps.
8Everything Starts AgainFebruary 23, 2022As Emma grapples with doubts about uprooting her life in France, the daughters organize a heartfelt surprise to affirm their growing bond.
The season's overarching arc traces the gradual formation of a blended family unit, highlighted by comedic disruptions like surprise visits and gadget mishaps, which underscore themes of adaptation, communication, and unconditional support among Fred, Emma, and the girls. Production for the season took place primarily in and its surrounding areas, capturing authentic French urban and suburban settings to mirror the everyday realities of a modern recomposed family.

Special (2022)

The Weekend Family Christmas Special is a standalone 46-minute episode released exclusively on Disney+ on December 9, 2022, centering on a -themed exploration of blended holiday traditions. As the first holiday installment in the series, it captures the chaotic joy of Fred's super-blended coming together for festive celebrations, highlighting contrasts in holiday customs. In the plot, Fred eagerly prepares a traditional feast complete with gourmet food and gifts for his daughters Clara, Victoire, and , marking their inaugural holiday with stepmother Emma. However, Emma, a Canadian child psychologist missing her own , prioritizes charitable acts and organizes a for the homeless, reflecting her cultural aversion to lavish celebrations. When Emma plans to spend the day at the , the daughters devise a scheme—faking the loss of Fred's —to prevent the couple from leaving, ensuring a unified gathering. Their efforts culminate in festive mayhem as surprise guests arrive unannounced, forcing everyone to navigate clashing traditions and ultimately embrace themes of unity, generosity, and familial bonds during the holidays. The special reunites the full main cast, with reprising his role as the jovial father Fred, Daphnée Côté-Hallé as the idealistic Emma, Liona Bordonaro as teenager Clara, Midie Dreyfus as rebellious Victoire, and Roxane Barazzuol as youngest . Recurring actors portraying the ex-wives—Jeanne Bournaud as Marie-Ange, Annabel Lopez as Helena, and Annelise Hesme as Laurence—return to amplify the blended family dynamics, while unspecified holiday-specific surprise guests add to the comedic surprises. Production occurred after the completion of Season 1 in 2022, utilizing seasonal sets adorned with holiday decorations in to evoke a cozy, wintry atmosphere that ties into the series' urban French setting. Directed by Pierre-François Martin-Laval, the episode was crafted as a lighthearted interlude to maintain momentum toward Season 2, blending humor with heartfelt moments without advancing major serialized arcs.

Season 2 (2023)

Season 2 of Weekend Family consists of eight episodes, all released simultaneously on Disney+ on April 5, 2023, continuing the story of the blended family formed by divorced Fred, his daughters Clara, Victoire, and , and his partner Emma. The season builds on the post-special dynamics by emphasizing deeper integration challenges, such as balancing individual family histories with collective milestones, while introducing external pressures from school, work, and social expectations. It portrays the family's evolution through humorous everyday scenarios, highlighting themes of resilience and unity in a recomposed household.

Episode List

EpisodeTitleSynopsis
1Operation To mark their one-year anniversary, Fred attempts to recreate a getaway within for Emma, but the family's involvement leads to chaotic mishaps and tests their coordination.
2Surprise SurpriseGrandmother Jo arrives with surprising news, prompting and Victoire to rally the family to salvage Helena's amid unexpected twists.
3The PartyAs turns ten, the family scrambles to organize her birthday celebration, with Fred struggling to maintain distance while ensuring everything goes smoothly.
4Who Framed FredFred grapples with a damaging online review of his practice and enlists family help to identify the culprit, uncovering deeper interpersonal tensions.
5Your Mothers and MeWhile counseling Victoire on her budding romance, Fred reflects on his past relationships with the girls' mothers, fostering moments of emotional bonding across the family.
6All Aboard!Holiday planning sessions reveal Emma's hesitations, as Fred assigns challenges to Clara and the group navigates compromises to align their summer visions.
7Emma conceals her family life from an old friend, Caroline, during a visit, while Fred tackles assembling baby furniture as a gift for Helena, blending secrecy and support.
8The announcement of their apartment's sale forces Fred and the girls into desperate schemes to dissuade potential buyers, ultimately reinforcing their attachment to their shared home.
The season's arc centers on the daughters' maturation—Clara navigating independence, Victoire exploring teen romances, and embracing childhood transitions—while the blended unit strengthens through resolved conflicts like anniversary surprises and housing threats. Minor subplots, such as Victoire's love interests and intergenerational advice, add layers to the family's growth, culminating in a reaffirmed commitment to their unconventional structure.

Release and distribution

Broadcast history

Weekend Family, known in French as Week-End Family, premiered exclusively on Disney+ in on February 23, 2022, marking it as the platform's first original French series. All eight episodes of the first season were released simultaneously, adopting Disney+'s binge-release model to allow viewers immediate access to the full arc of the blended family comedy. This streaming-only approach bypassed traditional linear television broadcasting, positioning the series firmly within the on-demand viewing ecosystem targeted at French households. Following the success of the initial season, a Christmas special episode was made available on Disney+ starting December 9, 2022, capitalizing on the holiday season for family-oriented content. The 46-minute special brought back the core cast to depict festive challenges within the weekend family dynamic, released again in full for immediate streaming. The second season, consisting of eight episodes, debuted on April 5, 2023, maintaining the all-at-once release strategy and continuing the series' exclusive availability on the platform without any linear TV airings. Disney+ promoted Week-End Family through targeted campaigns aimed at family demographics, featuring trailers that emphasized the humorous portrayal of modern blended families and themes of diversity and unity. Character-specific posters and behind-the-scenes content were unveiled to build anticipation, with announcements highlighting the relatable chaos of co-parenting. In , promotional efforts included presentations at industry events like the Series Mania festival in , where the series was showcased alongside other Disney+ originals to engage media and potential viewers. in multiple languages were provided from launch to enhance accessibility for non-native French speakers within the domestic market.

International distribution

"Weekend Family," known internationally by its English title, premiered on Disney+ in dubbed and subtitled versions across numerous markets starting February 23, 2022, with Season 1 available in countries including , , , , , , , , and . The rollout expanded to the and on March 9, 2022, making the full eight-episode season accessible exclusively on the platform. By 2025, the series has been distributed to over 100 countries where Disney+ operates, primarily through streaming subscriptions without traditional broadcast television agreements. The show is available in regions across , , and , featuring localized audio dubs in languages such as English and Spanish to accommodate diverse audiences. Season 1 initially offered dubs in over 15 languages, though subsequent seasons reduced this to around eight, while remain widely available. No significant content alterations for have been reported in these versions, preserving the original French narrative structure. Season 2 followed a similar global distribution pattern, launching on Disney+ in on April 5, 2023, and rolling out internationally shortly thereafter. The special, released on December 9, 2022, was integrated into programming lineups on the platform worldwide. As of 2025, all content remains exclusive to Disney+ with no licensed broadcast deals in international markets.

Reception

Critical response

Weekend Family has received generally positive reviews from critics, who have praised its authentic depiction of blended family dynamics and its lighthearted approach to contemporary parenting challenges. On , the series holds an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 based on 10,285 user votes as of November 2025, reflecting a solid reception among viewers, though professional critiques emphasize its appeal to families. In , where the series originated, reports an average score of 3.6 out of 5 from 40 spectator critiques for season 1 and an overall score of 3.7 out of 5 from 297 spectator reviews as of 2025, with reviewers highlighting the show's relatability and emotional warmth for audiences navigating modern family structures. Critics have lauded the series for its genuine portrayal of a "super-blended" family, featuring a single father managing three daughters from different mothers, which underscores themes of diversity and inclusion in casting and storytelling. Éric Judor's performance as the harried yet loving Fred has been a standout, with reviewers commending his impeccable comedic timing and ability to blend humor with heartfelt moments, making the character a relatable for parents. The show's appeal to young audiences is frequently noted, as it balances frenetic family antics with lessons on and cooperation, avoiding the over-the-top corniness common in children's sitcoms. However, some critiques point to occasional predictability in episode plots, where familiar sitcom tropes dominate the narrative, potentially limiting replay value. For adult viewers seeking deeper character exploration, the series has been described as offering limited psychological depth, prioritizing accessible family entertainment over complex . Pacing issues in later episodes, particularly in season 2, have drawn mild , with some French reviewers noting a shift toward heavier humor that feels less light and accessible than the first season's more emotive and breezy tone. Notable reviews include Common Sense Media's 4-out-of-5-star assessment, which applauds the positive father figure and diverse representation suitable for ages 8 and up, while acknowledging decent for international audiences despite the original French dialogue's rapid pace. In , the series is characterized as a gentle akin to a children's version of Fais pas ci, fais pas ça, carried effectively by Judor's charm in portraying an overwhelmed dad. Internationally, Decider recommends streaming it for its refreshing warmth and realistic apartment life, positioning it as a charming entry in Disney+'s original content.

Viewership and awards

Weekend Family experienced solid initial reception in upon its debut as Disney+'s first original French series, topping the platform's family content charts in its premiere week and leading to a swift renewal for a second season announced in July 2022. The show's performance underscored strong local engagement with family comedies, sustaining interest into season 2, which premiered in April 2023, though with a slight decline in peak metrics compared to the first season's launch. Globally, the series has seen more tempered viewership, particularly outside . In markets like the and , audience demand measures less than one tenth of the average for TV series, per analytics data. In the United States, it maintains moderate performance within Disney+'s family programming slate as of late 2025, bolstered by the platform's overall subscriber growth to 9.5 million in alone. Regarding awards, Weekend Family has not garnered any major nominations or wins from prestigious bodies such as the Emmys or Canneseries as of November 2025. While praised for promoting themes of inclusivity in blended families, it has received no notable recognitions in French children's media categories.

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