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The Fades

7.220111 season15TV SeriesDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy

Seventeen-year old Paul can see the spirits of the dead. When one of these restless spirits crosses back into the living world, he is forced into a fight to prevent the apocalypse.

WriterJack Thorne
ProducersSusan Hogg·Caroline Skinner

Where to watch

BBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Sep 21, 2011 7.2
E2
Episode 2
Sep 28, 2011 7.7
E3
Episode 3
Oct 5, 2011 5.0
E4
Episode 4
Oct 12, 2011 5.4
E5
Episode 5
Oct 19, 2011 5.2
E6
Episode 6
Oct 26, 2011 8.3

Cast

ICIain De Caestecker
Iain De Caestecker
Paul Roberts
DKDaniel Kaluuya
Daniel Kaluuya
Mac Armstrong
JHJohnny Harris
Johnny Harris
Neil Valentine
NDNatalie Dormer
Natalie Dormer
Sarah Etches
TETom Ellis
Tom Ellis
Mark Etches
LLLily Loveless
Lily Loveless
Anna Roberts
SWSophie Wu
Sophie Wu
Jay
CRClaire Rushbrook
Claire Rushbrook
Meg Roberts
RGRobbie Gee
Robbie Gee
DCI Armstrong
JDJoe Dempsie
Joe Dempsie
John

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The Fades — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Fades?

The Fades is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Fades on Netflix?

No, The Fades is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is The Fades on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Fades isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on BBC iPlayer instead.

Where can I watch The Fades for free?

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

How many seasons are in The Fades?

The Fades has 1 season in total (6 episodes). The series concluded in 2011.

Are all episodes of The Fades out yet?

Yes — all 6 episodes across 1 season of The Fades are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Fades?

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