The Fades

20111 seriesEntertainment / Drama
Available on
BBC Three

Paul is a geeky teenager who pretty much keeps to himself and, except to his best friend, Mac, only talks when he needs to. He has never tried to fit in because he knows that he is different - he has visions of a terrifying apocalypse and can see the spirits of dead people, called Fades, and he becomes embroiled in a battle between the living and the dead. When one Fade crosses over into the `real' world, he goes on a rampage, killing humans and causing damage to the world around them. Paul and his companions, including Mac and Paul's twin sister Anna, must find a way to stop the rest of the Fades from destroying the world.

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Episode 1The Fades

Episode 1. Paul is haunted by apocalyptic visions as a supernatural creature stalks his home town. Contains some upsetting scenes.

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Episode 2The Fades

Episode 2. Neil takes Paul to see an ancient Fade, who foresees his importance in the looming battle. Contains disturbing scenes.

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Episode 3The Fades

Episode 3. Paul's friendship with Mac and relationship with Jay are pushed to breaking point. Contains disturbing scenes.

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Episode 4The Fades

Episode 4. Paul's loved ones struggle in the aftermath of his accident. A stranger menaces the town. Contains disturbing scenes.

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Episode 5The Fades

Episode 5. Paul searches for meaning to his resurrection while more reborn Fades infiltrate the town. Contains disturbing scenes.

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Episode 6The Fades

Episode 6. The end of the world is coming, and all that stands in its way is Paul. It is inevitable. Contains disturbing scenes.

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