Series synopsis
The Fades is a British drama sci-fi & fantasy television series that premiered on BBC Three on September 21, 2011. It ended on October 26, 2011. It was created by Jack Thorne. It stars Iain De Caestecker, Daniel Kaluuya, Johnny Harris and Natalie Dormer.
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.
Premise
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.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Iain De Caestecker as Paul Roberts
- Daniel Kaluuya as Mac Armstrong
- Johnny Harris as Neil Valentine
- Natalie Dormer as Sarah Etches
- Tom Ellis as Mark Etches
- Lily Loveless as Anna Roberts
- Sophie Wu as Jay
- Claire Rushbrook as Meg Roberts
Supporting cast
- Robbie Gee as DCI Armstrong
- Joe Dempsie as John
Guest cast
- Daniela Nardini as Helen
- Zack Morris as Sam
- Brandon Robinson as Fred
- Philip Bird as Mr. Peterson
- Jenn Murray as Natalie
- James Greene as Eric
- Chris Mason as Steve
- Sophia La Porta as Tracy
- Eleanor Matsuura as Vicky
- Ian Hanmore as Polus
- Lloyd Hutchinson as Supt. Clement
- Theo Barklem-Biggs as DC Firth
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | September 21, 2011 | October 26, 2011 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 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. |
September 21, 2011 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Neil takes Paul to see an ancient Fade, who foresees his importance in the looming battle. |
September 28, 2011 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 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. |
October 5, 2011 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC Three |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 21, 2011 |
| Last aired | October 26, 2011 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Wednesday at 21:00:00 |