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Edge of Darkness: all seasons, episodes and where to watch

BBC (U.K.) drama and crime series (1985–1985), 1 season.

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Quick answer · Season 1

Edge of Darkness is a drama and crime series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 1985 with 1 season and 6 episodes. Edge of Darkness has ended. Its final episode aired on December 9, 1985.

U.S. premiere: November 4, 1985
Where: BBC (U.K.)
Time: Varies by station
Episodes: 6
Finale: December 9, 1985

Where to watch Edge of Darkness season 1 in the U.S.

Where to watch Edge of Darkness season 1 in the U.S.
Where	How	When	Notes
BBC (U.K.)	Broadcast (free)Antenna / cable	November 4, 1985 – December 9, 1985	Original U.K. run on BBC Two. [1]

Season 1 episode schedule

Edge of Darkness season 1 U.S. episode schedule
Ep.	Title	U.S. date	Time	Status
1	Compassionate Leave	Mon, Nov 4, 1985 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
2	Into the Shadows	Mon, Nov 11, 1985 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
3	Burden of Proof	Mon, Nov 18, 1985 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
4	Breakthrough	Mon, Nov 25, 1985 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
5	Northmoor	Mon, Dec 2, 1985 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
6	Fusion	Mon, Dec 9, 1985 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed

Dates are U.S. dates. Broadcast times are the network's national slot; your local station may differ.

About Edge of Darkness

Edge of Darkness is a drama and crime series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 1985 with 1 season and 6 episodes. Edge of Darkness has ended. Its final episode aired on December 9, 1985.

Season 1: Season 1 of Edge of Darkness aired from November 4, 1985 to December 9, 1985 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).

Network / service: BBC Two (first aired November 4, 1985)
Official site: bbc.co.uk
Main cast over the series (TVmaze): Bob Peck (Ronald Craven), Joe Don Baker (Darius Jedburgh), Charles Kay (Pendleton), Joanne Whalley (Emma Craven), Ian McNeice (Harcourt)

Common questions

How many seasons of Edge of Darkness are there?

Edge of Darkness has 1 season and 6 episodes listed, airing from November 4, 1985 to December 9, 1985.

Is Edge of Darkness cancelled or ended?

Edge of Darkness has ended. Its final episode aired on December 9, 1985.

Where can I watch Edge of Darkness?

Edge of Darkness originally aired on BBC (U.K.) in the U.S. Streaming rights for older seasons change over time, so check BBC (U.K.)'s own app and the major streaming services for the current home.