Sorry We Missed You

Ricky is hired to run a franchise as a self-employed delivery driver under Maloney, a tough, no-nonsense supervisor. This opportunity comes after years of struggling with debt and limited education. The job promises steady work but binds him to Maloney's strict oversight.

To afford the van, Ricky convinces Abby to sell the family car. Abby uses the car for her demanding work as a home care nurse, making the sacrifice painful for both of them. The sale marks a hard financial turning point for the family.

With the new job, Ricky faces constant pressure to deliver on time and avoid fines. The relentless schedule erodes his sense of control and happiness. He begins to feel the job may be more stressful than rewarding.

Without the car, Abby's work becomes harder and more time-consuming, leaving less room for her patients and her family. The transportation gap causes emotional strain at home. The couple worries about how long they can keep up the demands.

Seb begins skipping school and getting into trouble through graffiti. The behavior signals growing tension as the family tries to cope with financial stress. Ricky and Abby worry about his future and the impact on the household.

Following a heated fight with his parents, Seb angrily tags over the family portraits during the night. The act deepens the rift within the household and becomes a painful symbol of their fraying bonds.

Ricky can't find the van keys the next morning and immediately blames Seb, who denies wrongdoing. The confrontation escalates into a heated argument and ends with Ricky striking his son. The incident leaves everyone shaken and resentful.

Liza Jane tearfully admits she hid the keys to punish Ricky's demanding job. She blames Ricky's work for their problems and reveals a hidden motive behind the morning chaos. The confession shifts the family's blame and blame them in new ways.

Back at work, Ricky is robbed and brutally assaulted while making deliveries. The attack leaves him physically injured and fearful, underscoring the risks of the high-pressure job. The incident marks a dramatic turning point for the family.

While Ricky recovers, Maloney calls to inform him that the destroyed barcode scanner will lead to fines exceeding £1,000. The news adds financial fear to the physical trauma, intensifying the family's anxiety. The hospital visit becomes a focal point of the crisis.

Seb gradually warms up and re-joins the family, hinting at a fragile reconciliation. The moment offers a small beacon of hope amid ongoing hardship. It signals a potential shift in the family dynamics toward healing.

Despite the hospital trauma and recent reconciliation, Ricky drives off to continue delivering, tears streaming as his family begs him not to go. He remains committed to the job that disrupted their lives, even as it threatens their stability. The cycle of work and worry continues.