Historical/Period Drama★ New
Duration
60 minutes
Series Info
Season 3 Episode 15 of 25

Quick Summary

The family's anxiety spikes when the grandfather experiences a heart attack, leaving everyone deeply worried. The incident forces the family to confront their fears and consider the implications of his health crisis. They gather around him, seeking reassurance while grappling with the sudden seriousness of the situation.

About This Program

The Birthday is a television programme presented as a single episode. It falls within the episode genre and centres on a family gathering, with the narrative unfolding around a pivotal event that disrupts the usual celebrations. In this instalment, the family's patriarch experiences a heart attack. The sudden medical emergency throws the household into alarm, and the older man's condition becomes the source of genuine worry for everyone present. The episode follows the family as they grapple with the shock of the heart attack. Their concern is palpable, and the storyline concentrates on how each member reacts to the unexpected crisis, highlighting the strain that such a health scare can place on familial bonds. By the close of the episode, the family's anxiety remains evident, underscoring the lasting impact of the grandpa’s heart attack on their collective peace of mind. The narrative leaves viewers with a clear sense of the lingering unease that follows such a frightening incident.

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The Waltons broadcasts on Great! TV +1 at 3:00pm, Thursday, 12 February 2026.

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Production Details

Runtime60 mins