The Illustrated Mum

Two sisters cope with the unpredictable behaviour of their depressed, alcoholic mother. Based on the novel by Jacqueline Wilson.

Cast

Michelle Collins

as Marigold Westward

Con O'Neill

as Micky

Holliday Grainger

as Star Westward

Alice Connor

as Dolphin Westward

Luke Bailey

as Mark

Sacha Parkinson

as Tasha

Henry Cox

as Oliver Morris

John Elkington

as Mr Harrison

Ryan Bruce

as Ronnie

Sophie Grainger

as Star's School Friend

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