Maarten Nulens

Although they form one big family, each house still has its own cross. From single parenthood to big dreams, from hidden secrets to unfulfilled desires. Behind every front door lies a unique story in which everyone fights their own battle. As the families waver between their ambitions and the harsh reality, they discover that the pursuit of 'the perfect picture' is not without consequences. The constant pressure takes its toll.

25-year-old medical student Tristan Devriendt's life is turned upside down when he suddenly develops cancer and thus becomes a patient himself. Ambitious dreams are abruptly interrupted and give way to a life-and-death struggle. Tristan, his family and friends find themselves in a confusing mix of emotions with humour and love as an unexpected side effect.

'Familie' is the longest running Belgian soap opera. The Van den Bossches originally had an electronics company, later a holding company that included a clothing chain and a sandwich shop. In the meantime, we closely follow the personal lives of the Van den Bossches and their entourage. Grandma Anna and all her children and grandchildren have been through a lot over time and it doesn't look like their lives will become calmer any time soon.