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Four Lives

6.520221 season15TV SeriesCrimeDrama

The true story of the courageous families of four young gay men who lost their lives to killer Stephen Port. Facing police failings, they fought for justice for their loved ones.

ProducerNeil McKay

Where to watch

Sky GoSky GoBBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Jan 3, 2022 5.5
E2
Episode 2
Jan 4, 2022 4.2
E3
Episode 3
Jan 5, 2022 4.5

Cast

SMStephen Merchant
Stephen Merchant
Stephen Port
SSSheridan Smith
Sheridan Smith
Sarah Sak
LBLeanne Best
Leanne Best
Kate
SBSamuel Barnett
Samuel Barnett
Ryan Edwards
KHKris Hitchen
Kris Hitchen
Tom Walgate
RERobert Emms
Robert Emms
Ricky
MJMichael Jibson
Michael Jibson
DC Slaymaker
BCBen Cartwright
Ben Cartwright
Det. Sqt. O'Donnell
MAMemet Ali Alabora
Memet Ali Alabora
Sami Sak
RJRufus Jones
Rufus Jones
John Pape
ILIsabella Laughland
Isabella Laughland
China
ADAlexa Davies
Alexa Davies
Kiera

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Four Lives — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Four Lives?

Four Lives is streaming on Sky Go and BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Four Lives on Netflix?

No, Four Lives is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Sky Go and BBC iPlayer.

Is Four Lives on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Four Lives isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Sky Go and BBC iPlayer instead.

Where can I watch Four Lives for free?

Four Lives is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in Four Lives?

Four Lives has 1 season in total (3 episodes). The series concluded in 2022.

Are all episodes of Four Lives out yet?

Yes — all 3 episodes across 1 season of Four Lives are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Four Lives?

No — Four Lives ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

Is Four Lives based on a true story?

Yes — Four Lives is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).