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The Passing Bells

7.620141 seasonTV SeriesDramaWar & Politics

At the outbreak of World War I, two teenage boys - one German and one British - defy their parents to sign up. An epic historical drama spanning the five years of the First World War, as seen through the eyes of two ordinary young soldiers.

DirectorBrendan Maher
WriterTony Jordan
ProducersNick Pitt·Andrew Chapman

Where to watch

Britbox Apple TV Channel Britbox Apple TV Channel
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Nov 3, 2014 2.0
E2
Episode 2
Nov 4, 2014
E3
Episode 3
Nov 5, 2014
E4
Episode 4
Nov 6, 2014
E5
Episode 5
Nov 7, 2014

Cast · Directed by Brendan Maher

PGPatrick Gibson
Patrick Gibson
Thomas
JLJack Lowden
Jack Lowden
Michael
FA
Felix Auer
Lanzo
ALAdam Long
Adam Long
Anthony
WSWilf Scolding
Wilf Scolding
Freddie
CF
Charles Furness
Stefan
JGJohnny Gibbon
Johnny Gibbon
Rudi
SBSabrina Bartlett
Sabrina Bartlett
Katie
JHJennifer Hennessy
Jennifer Hennessy
Susan
BFBrian Fletcher
Brian Fletcher
Derek

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The Passing Bells — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Passing Bells?

The Passing Bells is streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Passing Bells on Netflix?

No, The Passing Bells is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Britbox Apple TV Channel.

Is The Passing Bells on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Passing Bells isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Britbox Apple TV Channel instead.

Where can I watch The Passing Bells for free?

The Passing Bells is available on Britbox Apple TV Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in The Passing Bells?

The Passing Bells has 1 season in total (5 episodes). The series concluded in 2014.

Are all episodes of The Passing Bells out yet?

Yes — all 5 episodes across 1 season of The Passing Bells are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Passing Bells?

No — The Passing Bells ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.