Drama · Romance

Tess of the D'Urbervilles: all seasons, episodes and where to watch

BBC (U.K.) drama and romance series (2008–2008), 1 season.

Season complete BBC (U.K.) Listings updated November 10, 2026 Listings

Quick answer · Season 1

Tess of the D'Urbervilles is a drama and romance series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 2008 with 1 season and 4 episodes. Tess of the D'Urbervilles has ended. Its final episode aired on October 5, 2008.

U.S. premiere: September 14, 2008
Where: BBC (U.K.)
Time: Varies by station
Episodes: 4
Finale: October 5, 2008

Based on a book? YesTess of the D'Urbervilles is based on Tess of the d'Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy.See the book and reading order →

Where to watch Tess of the D'Urbervilles season 1 in the U.S.

Where to watch Tess of the D'Urbervilles season 1 in the U.S.
Where	How	When	Notes
BBC (U.K.)	Broadcast (free)Antenna / cable	September 14, 2008 – October 5, 2008	Original U.K. run on BBC One. [1]

Season 1 episode schedule

Tess of the D'Urbervilles season 1 U.S. episode schedule
Ep.	U.S. date	Time	Status
1	Sun, Sep 14, 2008 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
2	Sun, Sep 21, 2008 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
3	Sun, Sep 28, 2008 ^[1]	Check local listings national slot	Listed
4	Sun, Oct 5, 2008 ^[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 Tess of the D'Urbervilles

Season 1: Season 1 of Tess of the D'Urbervilles aired from September 14, 2008 to October 5, 2008 on BBC (U.K.) (4 episodes).

Network / service: BBC One (first aired September 14, 2008)
Official site: bbc.co.uk
Main cast over the series (TVmaze): Gemma Arterton (Tess Durbeyfield), Hans Matheson (Alec D'Urberville), Eddie Redmayne (Angel Clare), Jodie Whittaker (Izz Huett), Ruth Jones (Joan Durbeyfield)

Common questions

How many seasons of Tess of the D'Urbervilles are there?

Tess of the D'Urbervilles has 1 season and 4 episodes listed, airing from September 14, 2008 to October 5, 2008.

Is Tess of the D'Urbervilles cancelled or ended?

Tess of the D'Urbervilles has ended. Its final episode aired on October 5, 2008.

Where can I watch Tess of the D'Urbervilles?

Tess of the D'Urbervilles 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.