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Last Tango in Halifax

2012 – 2020Show5 seasons24 episodesTV-14

ComedyDrama
83
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.4Metacritic777.8Rotten Tomatoes95%90%

A deeply romantic, wholesome drama series about everyday modern life and family, with standout performances and dialogue.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not for scares, brutality or adrenaline.

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Episodes

5 seasons · 24 episodes · best: S1E6 "Episode #1.6" 8.7

Episodes

8.3
8.1
8.0
7.8
7.9

Story

Celia and Alan are both widowed and in their seventies. When their respective grandsons put their details on Facebook, they rediscover a passionate relationship that started over sixty years ago.

Feels like

  • British Dramedy
  • Mature Romance
  • Family Dynamics
  • Heartwarming
  • Witty Dialogue
  • Exceptional Acting
  • Contemporary Realism
  • Life Affirming
  • Intergenerational
  • Poignant Storytelling

Cast

22 of 22 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Gareth Bryn, Euros Lyn, Sam Donovan
Written by
Sally Wainwright
Produced by
Karen Lewis

Everyone

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Facts

November 20, 2012 · March 15, 2020 · Ended

First aired
November 20, 2012
Last aired
March 15, 2020
Status
Ended
Length
5 seasons · 24 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Genres
Drama, Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
10 countries

Tropes

Ouija Board, First Guy Wins, The Simple Life Is Simple +9

  • Ouija Board
  • First Guy Wins
  • The Simple Life Is Simple
  • The Alcoholic
  • Red Oni, Blue Oni
  • Ask a Stupid Question...
  • Meaningful Name
  • My Own Private "I Do"
  • Elaborate University High
  • Alone Among the Couples
  • Calling Me a Logarithm
  • The Last Title

12 of 35 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream Last Tango in Halifax?"

Questions about Last Tango in Halifax

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Last Tango in Halifax?

BritboxKanopyHooplaBritBox

In the United States, Last Tango in Halifax streams on Britbox and BritBox, and it is free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 7 other countries.

Is Last Tango in Halifax worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83 (IMDb 8.4, Rotten Tomatoes 95%, and Metacritic 77).

Which season of Last Tango in Halifax is best?

Season 1, with an IMDb average of 8.3. Season 4 is the weakest at 7.8. The highest-rated episode is Episode #1.6 (season 1, episode 6) at 8.7, and the lowest is Episode #4.1 (season 4, episode 1) at 7.7.

Is Last Tango in Halifax okay for kids?

TV-14

Yes: it's rated TV-14 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

How long does it take to watch Last Tango in Halifax?

24 h

About 24 hours: 24 episodes in 5 seasons of about 60 minutes each, aired from 2012 to 2020.

Will Last Tango in Halifax make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly sharp wit (8 of 10) and situational comedy (6 of 10).

Is Last Tango in Halifax good for date night?

and 4 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.