'Cuckoo' revolves around the lives of the Lumba family, particularly the eccentric and unconventional matriarch, Rachel (played by Taylor Schilling), her husband, Dave (played by Andy Samberg), and their three children. The family's dynamics are turned upside down by the arrival of Rachel's eccentric and free-spirited mother, Doreen (played by Christine Baranski), and her husband, Kenneth (played by Ken Jeong). Rachel's mother is a hippie who has a deep-seated distrust of modern technology and societal norms, which often clashes with her more conventional husband.Throughout the series, Rachel struggles to balance her own identity and values with the influence of her mother, who often descends upon the family unannounced and disrupts their lives. Meanwhile, Dave tries to navigate the complexities of family life, often finding himself caught in the middle of his wife's conflicting desires and her mother's outlandish behavior. The family's three children, Dylan, Rachel, and Lorna, must also learn to adapt to their new dynamic, often finding themselves caught in the crossfire of their parents' disagreements.As the series progresses, the family faces numerous challenges, including Doreen's increasing instability, Dave's growing frustration with his mother-in-law's antics, and Rachel's struggle to maintain her own sense of self. The show also explores themes of identity, family, and the challenges of maintaining relationships in the face of adversity.One of the central conflicts of the series is Doreen's growing disdain for modern technology, particularly smartphones and social media. Her rejection of these technologies often leads to comedic misunderstandings and conflicts with the rest of the family, who are deeply entrenched in the digital world. Meanwhile, Rachel's own struggles with motherhood and her identity are often reflected in her interactions with her mother, who represents a kind of primal, unbridled freedom that Rachel feels she has lost.As the series reaches its climax, the family must come together to support each other through a series of dramatic events, including a family road trip that spirals
out of control, a disastrous
family dinner party, and a confrontation with Doreen's own dark past. Through it all, the series maintains a tone that is both humorous and poignant, offering a nuanced and empathetic portrayal of a family in crisis.