Outnumbered fans concerned about one star ahead of dramatic BBC Christmas special

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Fans of Outnumbered are in for an emotional rollercoaster this Christmas as the holiday special delivers a poignant storyline, with dad Peter Brockman, portrayed by Hugh Dennis, disclosing his prostate cancer diagnosis.

Returning after an eight-year hiatus, the upcoming Boxing Day episode of the acclaimed BBC comedy-drama will see the Brockmans coping with the news during their festive celebrations.The treasured family sitcom welcomes back beloved characters Peter and Sue, played by Claire Skinner, as they await their adult children's homecoming.

As they navigate the sensitive timing to share Peter's condition with Jake, Ben, and Karen, the narrative unfolds in the authentic, touching manner that has endeared the series to audiences.

Echoing the plot's heartfelt theme, Hugh, who is 62 and also a patron of Prostate Cancer UK, spoke recently at a screening about the personal resonance of the story.