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The Day of the Triffids: all seasons, episodes and where it airs in the UK
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The Day of the Triffids is a UK drama and fantasy series on BBC One, which ran from 1981, with 1 season and 6 episodes.
The Day of the Triffids has ended; its final episode aired on Thursday, October 15, 1981.
The Day of the Triffids seasons (1 season, 6 episodes)
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | September 10, 1981 | October 15, 1981 |
Original UK air dates on BBC One.
Common questions
How many seasons of The Day of the Triffids are there?
The Day of the Triffids has 1 season and 6 episodes, first airing on Thursday, September 10, 1981.
Has The Day of the Triffids ended?
The Day of the Triffids has ended; its final episode aired on Thursday, October 15, 1981.
What channel is The Day of the Triffids on in the UK?
The Day of the Triffids aired on BBC One. Past episodes are often available on the broadcaster's own catch-up app.
Who stars in The Day of the Triffids?
The main cast includes John Duttine, Emma Relph, Maurice Colbourne, Jonathan Newth.
Source: TVmaze (CC BY-SA), retrieved October 11, 2026.