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The Thick of It: all seasons, episodes and where it airs in the UK
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The Thick of It is a UK comedy series on BBC Four, which ran from 2005 to 2012, with 4 seasons and 21 episodes.
The Thick of It has ended; its final episode aired on Saturday, October 27, 2012.
The Thick of It seasons (4 seasons, 21 episodes)
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 3 | May 19, 2005 | June 2, 2005 |
| Season 2 | 3 | October 20, 2005 | November 3, 2005 |
| Season 3 | 8 | October 24, 2009 | December 12, 2009 |
| Season 4 | 7 | September 8, 2012 | October 27, 2012 |
Original UK air dates on BBC Four.
Common questions
How many seasons of The Thick of It are there?
The Thick of It has 4 seasons and 21 episodes, first airing on Thursday, May 19, 2005.
Has The Thick of It ended?
The Thick of It has ended; its final episode aired on Saturday, October 27, 2012.
What channel is The Thick of It on in the UK?
The Thick of It aired on BBC Four. Past episodes are often available on the broadcaster's own catch-up app.
Who stars in The Thick of It?
The main cast includes Chris Addison, James Smith, Peter Capaldi, Joanna Scanlan.
Source: TVmaze (CC BY-SA), retrieved October 11, 2026.