How many episodes are in Son of a Donkey?

Son of a Donkey has 6 episodes in this listed season.

When does Son of a Donkey premiere?

Son of a Donkey premieres on 2025-10-30.

Is Son of a Donkey a new series?

Son of a Donkey is a new series (Season 1).

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Son of a Donkey(2025)

Archived · Netflix

MA15+6 eps

S01

Comedy

ON AIR: OCT 30Season 1Archived listing

What to Expect

PremiereLens read

Son of a Donkey turns the less glamorous parts of independence into breezy comedy: parking fines, shady scams, and the awkward lessons that follow a bad decision. Theo’s big-city mishaps build into an ongoing story rather than isolated disasters, with his best friend Johnny alongside him for the easy, silly antics. Adult life is troublesome, but the tone stays light and warm.

Theo’s unresolved relationship with his dad gives those everyday problems a more personal edge. His wish to stand on his own keeps running up against family ties, bringing a tender, funny undercurrent to the misadventures. The father-son thread lets the comedy move beyond practical blunders into the messier business of growing up without leaving everyone behind.

Best for

warm family comedy, coming-of-age comedy and Comedy

Story lane

Comedy

Commitment

Season 1 · 6 episodes

Where

Netflix

Official Premise

Theo leaves home seeking independence but faces adulting challenges: fines, daddy issues, scams. With best friend Johnny, he learns through mishaps that family matters most.

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