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The Cinder Path

6.619941 seasonTV SeriesDrama

In a heroic journey of epic proportions, everyman Charlie McFell wrestles with his demons — including a coldhearted wife, economic hardship, the horror of the world's first Great War, and a painful secret he'd rather forget.

DirectorSimon Langton
WriterAlan Seymour
ProducersRay Marshall·Ray Townsend

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Part 1
Apr 17, 1994
E2
Part 2
Apr 24, 1994
E3
Part 3
May 1, 1994

Cast · Directed by Simon Langton

Lloyd Owen
Lloyd Owen
Charlie MacFell
Catherine Zeta-Jones
Catherine Zeta-Jones
Victoria Chapman
Ralph Ineson
Ralph Ineson
Arthur Benton
Victoria Scarborough
Victoria Scarborough
Betty MacFell
Antony Byrne
Antony Byrne
Ginger Slater
Polly Adams
Polly Adams
Florence Chapman
Maria Miles
Maria Miles
Nellie Chapman

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The Cinder Path — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Cinder Path?

The Cinder Path is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Britbox Apple TV Channel and BritBox in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Cinder Path on Netflix?

No, The Cinder Path is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Britbox Apple TV Channel.

Is The Cinder Path on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Cinder Path is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of August 2026.

Where can I watch The Cinder Path for free?

The Cinder Path is available to stream free (with ads) on Fawesome and Pluto TV in United States.

How many seasons are in The Cinder Path?

The Cinder Path has 1 season in total (3 episodes). The series concluded in 1994.

Are all episodes of The Cinder Path out yet?

Yes — all 3 episodes across 1 season of The Cinder Path are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Cinder Path?

No — The Cinder Path ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

What book is The Cinder Path based on?

The Cinder Path is based on The Cinder Path by Catherine Cookson.