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Last Tango in Halifax: all seasons, episodes and where to watch

BBC (U.K.) drama and comedy series (2012–2020), 5 seasons.

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Quick answer · Season 5

Last Tango in Halifax is a drama and comedy series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 2012 to 2020 with 5 seasons and 24 episodes. Last Tango in Halifax has ended. Its final episode aired on March 15, 2020.

U.S. premiere: February 23, 2020
Where: BBC (U.K.)
Time: Varies by station
Episodes: 4
Finale: March 15, 2020

Where to watch Last Tango in Halifax season 5 in the U.S.

Where to watch Last Tango in Halifax season 5 in the U.S.
Where	How	When	Notes
BBC (U.K.)	Broadcast (free)Antenna / cable	February 23, 2020 – March 15, 2020	Original U.K. run on BBC One. [1]

Season 5 episode schedule

Last Tango in Halifax season 5 U.S. episode schedule
Ep.	U.S. date	Time	Status
1	Sun, Feb 23, 2020 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
2	Sun, Mar 1, 2020 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
3	Sun, Mar 8, 2020 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
4	Sun, Mar 15, 2020 ^[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 Last Tango in Halifax

Season 5: Season 5 of Last Tango in Halifax aired from February 23, 2020 to March 15, 2020 on BBC (U.K.) (4 episodes).

Network / service: BBC One (first aired November 20, 2012)
Official site: bbc.co.uk
Main cast over the series (TVmaze): Anne Reid (Celia Dawson), Derek Jacobi (Alan Buttershaw), Sarah Lancashire (Caroline), Nicola Walker (Gillian), Tony Gardner (John)

All seasons

Season 5

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Season 5 of Last Tango in Halifax aired from February 23, 2020 to March 15, 2020 on BBC (U.K.) (4 episodes).

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Season 4

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Season 4 of Last Tango in Halifax aired from December 19, 2016 to December 20, 2016 on BBC (U.K.) (2 episodes).

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Season 3

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Season 3 of Last Tango in Halifax aired from December 28, 2014 to February 1, 2015 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).

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Season 2

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Season 2 of Last Tango in Halifax aired from November 19, 2013 to December 24, 2013 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).

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Season 1

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Season 1 of Last Tango in Halifax aired from November 20, 2012 to December 19, 2012 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).

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Common questions

How many seasons of Last Tango in Halifax are there?

Last Tango in Halifax has 5 seasons and 24 episodes listed, airing from November 20, 2012 to March 15, 2020.

Is Last Tango in Halifax cancelled or ended?

Last Tango in Halifax has ended. Its final episode aired on March 15, 2020.

Where can I watch Last Tango in Halifax?

Last Tango in Halifax 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.