‘Unlocked: Family Secrets’ Shines A Light On Hidden Truths In Powerful OWN Docuseries

Promotional key art for “Unlocked: Family Secrets”, OWN’s six-part documentary series exploring emotional family revelations and healing journeys.

What Is ‘Unlocked: Family Secrets‘ About?

“Unlocked: Family Secrets” is the type of raw, honest, and emotionally gripping docuseries that OWN consistently delivers.

Premiering Saturday, September 27 at 9pm ET/PT, this six-part documentary series dives deep into the personal lives of six different families, each carrying emotional burdens, unresolved questions, and long-hidden truths.

Beginning October 4, the series moves to its regular timeslot at 8pm ET/PT, inviting viewers to join these families on a courageous journey of self-discovery, healing, and forgiveness.

Every Family Has A Story, And These Will Leave You Speechless

Each episode of “Unlocked: Family Secrets” focuses on one family peeling back the layers of secrecy that have weighed them down for years, sometimes decades.

These aren’t just stories, they’re lifetimes of emotion packed into each revealing hour:

  • A loving husband and devoted father finds the courage to speak his truth about his sexual identity
  • A seemingly upstanding family man has a criminal history that comes to light
  • A woman reconnects with her birth mother, only to uncover a life-altering revelation that stirs the entire family

From heartbreak to healing, each story is delivered with raw vulnerability and a deep commitment to truth-telling.

Whether the secrets are shocking, painful, or unexpectedly redemptive, the series promises an emotional rollercoaster rooted in real-life resilience.

Why This Series Matters

By spotlighting real people and their deeply personal truths, “Unlocked: Family Secrets” does more than tell stories.

It gives viewers permission to face their own family dynamics with compassion and honesty.

OWN President Tina Perry said it best:

‘Unlocked: Family Secrets’ is a courageous and deeply human series that invites families to confront the past, speak their truths, and begin the healing process.”

Produced by Lion TV, an All3Media company, the series aligns perfectly with OWN’s mission to create content that fosters authenticity, connection, and growth.

Watch The Trailer

Will You Be Watching?

Frens, this is the kind of storytelling that sticks with you long after the credits roll.

If you’re ready for a docuseries that’s heartfelt, eye-opening, and 100% human, “Unlocked: Family Secrets” is your next must-watch.

🗓 Mark your calendars for September 27 at 9pm ET/PT.

Then, catch the rest of the series every Saturday in its regular time slot at 8pm ET/PT starting October 4.


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