Quick answer · Season 3
The A Word is a drama series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 2016 to 2020 with 3 seasons and 18 episodes. The A Word has ended. Its final episode aired on June 9, 2020.
- U.S. premiere
- May 5, 2020
- Where
- BBC (U.K.)
- Time
- Varies by station
- Episodes
- 6
- Finale
- June 9, 2020
Where to watch The A Word season 3 in the U.S.
| Where | How | When | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC (U.K.) | Broadcast (free)Antenna / cable | – | Original U.K. run on BBC One. [1] |
Season 3 episode schedule
| Ep. | U.S. date | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 2 | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 3 | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 4 | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 5 | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 6 | [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 The A Word
The A Word is a drama series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 2016 to 2020 with 3 seasons and 18 episodes. The A Word has ended. Its final episode aired on June 9, 2020.
Season 3: Season 3 of The A Word aired from May 5, 2020 to June 9, 2020 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
- Network / service: BBC One (first aired March 22, 2016)
- Official site: bbc.co.uk
- Main cast over the series (TVmaze): Lee Ingleby (Paul Hughes), Max Vento (Joe Hughes), Christopher Eccleston (Maurice Scott), Molly Wright (Rebecca Hughes), Pooky Quesnel (Louise Wilson)
All seasons
Season 3
Season completeSeason 3 of The A Word aired from May 5, 2020 to June 9, 2020 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
Season 2
Season completeSeason 2 of The A Word aired from November 7, 2017 to December 12, 2017 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
Season 1
Season completeSeason 1 of The A Word aired from March 22, 2016 to April 26, 2016 on BBC (U.K.) (6 episodes).
Common questions
How many seasons of The A Word are there?
The A Word has 3 seasons and 18 episodes listed, airing from March 22, 2016 to June 9, 2020.
Is The A Word cancelled or ended?
The A Word has ended. Its final episode aired on June 9, 2020.
Where can I watch The A Word?
The A Word 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.
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