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A Dance to the Music of Time

5.919971 season15TV SeriesComedyDrama

A Dance to the Music of Time is a four-part adaptation of Anthony Powell's 12-volume novel sequence that aired on Channel 4 in 1997. The series is a sharp, comic portrait of upper-class and bohemian England, spanning almost a century, from the early 1920s to modern times.

DirectorAlvin Rakoff

WriterHugh Whitemore

ProducersHugh Whitemore·Alvin Rakoff

Where to watch

Channel 4

Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1

The Twenties

Oct 9, 1997 5.5

E2

The Thirties

Oct 16, 1997 5.5

E3

The War

Oct 23, 1997 5.5

E4

Post War

Oct 30, 1997 10.0

Cast · Directed by Alvin Rakoff

Simon Russell Beale

Simon Russell Beale

James Purefoy

Nicholas Jenkins

James Fleet

Jonathan Cake

Paul Rhys

Charles Stringham

Claire Skinner

Miranda Richardson

Miranda Richardson

Adrian Scarborough

Adrian Scarborough

Edward Fox

John Standing

Nicholas Jenkins (older)

Annabel Mullion

Annabel Mullion

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A Dance to the Music of Time — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A Dance to the Music of Time?

A Dance to the Music of Time is streaming on Channel 4 in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is A Dance to the Music of Time on Netflix?

No, A Dance to the Music of Time is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Channel 4.

Is A Dance to the Music of Time on Amazon Prime Video?

No, A Dance to the Music of Time isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Channel 4 instead.

Where can I watch A Dance to the Music of Time for free?

A Dance to the Music of Time is available to stream free (with ads) on Channel 4 in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in A Dance to the Music of Time?

A Dance to the Music of Time has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 1997.

Are all episodes of A Dance to the Music of Time out yet?

Yes — all 4 episodes across 1 season of A Dance to the Music of Time are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of A Dance to the Music of Time?

No — A Dance to the Music of Time ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

What book is A Dance to the Music of Time based on?

A Dance to the Music of Time is based on A Dance to the Music of Time by Anthony Powell.