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By the Sword Divided: how many seasons and episodes, and where it airs in the UK

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By the Sword Divided has 2 seasons and 20 episodes on BBC One (1983–1985).

By the Sword Divided is a UK drama and war series on BBC One, which ran from 1983 to 1985, with 2 seasons and 20 episodes. By the Sword Divided has ended; its final episode aired on Sunday, March 10, 1985.

By the Sword Divided seasons (2 seasons, 20 episodes)

SeasonEpisodesFirst airedLast aired
Season 110October 16, 1983December 18, 1983
Season 210January 6, 1985March 10, 1985

Original UK air dates on BBC One.

Common questions

How many seasons of By the Sword Divided are there?

By the Sword Divided has 2 seasons and 20 episodes, first airing on Sunday, October 16, 1983.

Has By the Sword Divided ended?

By the Sword Divided has ended; its final episode aired on Sunday, March 10, 1985.

What channel is By the Sword Divided on in the UK?

By the Sword Divided aired on BBC One. Past episodes are often available on the broadcaster's own catch-up app.

Who stars in By the Sword Divided?

The main cast includes Julian Glover, Sharon Maughan, Andrew MacLachlan, Tim Bentinck.

Source: TVmaze (CC BY-SA), retrieved November 4, 2026.