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Series · 2011 · Drama

The Fades

★7.2 2011 1 Season Jack Thorne TV-MA

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.

Seasons & episodes

1 season · 6 episodes

Episode 1

Episode 01

Episode 1

Sep 21, 2011 · 55 min

Paul struggles with home and sixth-form life as apocalyptic visions haunt his dreams and a supernatural creature stalks his home town. When he crosses paths with an outcast loner called Neil who can explain what Paul is seeing, his life is transformed.

Episode 2

Episode 02

Episode 2

Sep 28, 2011 · 55 min

Neil takes Paul to see an ancient Fade, who foresees his importance in the looming battle.

Episode 3

Episode 03

Episode 3

Oct 5, 2011 · 55 min

As Paul's powers manifest themselves, his friendship with Mac and relationship with Jay are pushed to breaking point. Meanwhile, a host of new Angelics arrive in town just as the Fades' plans evolve in a chilling new direction.

Episode 4

Episode 04

Episode 4

Oct 12, 2011 · 55 min

Up is down and black is white as Paul's family and friends struggle to cope in the aftermath of his accident. Meanwhile, the Angelics are torn apart by moral compromises and a strange new man with deadly intentions moves relentlessly through town.

Episode 5

Episode 05

Episode 5

Oct 19, 2011 · 55 min

Paul came back to life for a reason, but he's just not sure what that reason might be. Meanwhile, more Fades are being reborn and nothing can stop them. As they infiltrate the town, Paul's home life and Angelic life are put on a collision course.

Episode 6

Episode 06

Episode 6

Oct 26, 2011 · 55 min

A town left deserted. An Angelic on the edge of desperation. A Fade on the cusp of victory. And a reluctant 17 year old boy with visions of the apocalypse - it all comes down to this final showdown. People will die. Ash will fall. It is inevitable.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 7.2 /10

based on 98 votes

Synopsis

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.

DramaSci-Fi & Fantasy

Cast

8 principal cast

Iain De Caestecker

Iain De Caestecker

Paul Roberts

Daniel Kaluuya

Daniel Kaluuya

Mac Armstrong

Johnny Harris

Johnny Harris

Neil Valentine

Natalie Dormer

Natalie Dormer

Sarah Etches

Tom Ellis

Tom Ellis

Mark Etches

Lily Loveless

Lily Loveless

Anna Roberts

Sophie Wu

Sophie Wu

Jay

Claire Rushbrook

Claire Rushbrook

Meg Roberts

Where to watch The Fades

The Fades is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The drama from Jack Thorne has 1 season and 6 total episodes, rated 7.2/10 by 98 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does The Fades have?

The Fades has 1 season with 6 episodes in total.

Is The Fades still on the air?

The Fades has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs The Fades?

The Fades airs on BBC Three.

When did The Fades first air?

The Fades first aired on September 21, 2011.

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