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The Secret

7.020001 season15TV SeriesDrama

As a boy, Freddie Musgrave ran contraband on the Tyne, but now, as a successful businessman, he seems to have it all. However, his troubled past comes back to haunt him, threatening his newfound security.

DirectorAlan Grint
WriterT.R. Bowen
ProducersKeith Richardson·Ray Marshall

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UKTV PlayUKTV Play
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Jan 21, 2000
E2
Episode 2
Jan 28, 2000
E3
Episode 3
Feb 4, 2000

Cast · Directed by Alan Grint

CBColin Buchanan
Colin Buchanan
Freddie Musgrave
JWJune Whitfield
June Whitfield
Mrs Birkstead
HYHannah Yelland
Hannah Yelland
Belle Hewitt
CHClare Higgins
Clare Higgins
Maggie Hewitt
SMStephen Moyer
Stephen Moyer
Marcel Birkstead
ECElizabeth Carling
Elizabeth Carling
Connie Wheatley
MSMichael Simkins
Michael Simkins
Roderick Gallagher
MSMarlene Sidaway
Marlene Sidaway
Jinny Musgrave

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The Secret — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Secret?

The Secret is streaming on UKTV Play in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Secret on Netflix?

No, The Secret is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on UKTV Play.

Is The Secret on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Secret isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on UKTV Play instead.

Where can I watch The Secret for free?

The Secret is available to stream free (with ads) on UKTV Play in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in The Secret?

The Secret has 1 season in total (3 episodes). The series concluded in 2000.

Are all episodes of The Secret out yet?

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

Is there a Season 2 of The Secret?

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

Is The Secret based on a book?

Yes — The Secret is based on a book or novel.