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Last Tango in Halifax

2012·Show
24Episodes in5Seasons·TV-14
83
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Big heart, funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Tension3
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Deeply romantic and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Wholesome8

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy

  • Wit & Wordplay8
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting10
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

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.
British DramedyMature RomanceFamily DynamicsHeartwarmingWitty DialogueExceptional ActingContemporary RealismLife AffirmingIntergenerationalPoignant Storytelling

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Last Tango in Halifax

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Where can I stream Last Tango in Halifax legally?

Last Tango in Halifax is included with a subscription to BritBox in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Last Tango in Halifax worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.4, Rotten Tomatoes 95%, and Metacritic 77). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Last Tango in Halifax rated?

TV-14

It's rated TV-14 in the United States.

How many seasons does Last Tango in Halifax have?

5 seasons

It has 5 seasons with 24 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Last Tango in Halifax?

Critics86
Audiences84

Yes. Critics average 86 and audiences 84 out of 100, so both groups see Last Tango in Halifax much the same way.

When did Last Tango in Halifax air?

It ran from 2012 to 2020 and has ended.

What language is Last Tango in Halifax in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Last Tango in Halifax?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Last Tango in Halifax in 10 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Last Tango in Halifax use?

Ouija BoardFirst Guy WinsThe Simple Life Is SimpleThe AlcoholicRed Oni, Blue OniAsk a Stupid Question...Meaningful NameMy Own Private "I Do"Elaborate University HighAlone Among the CouplesCalling Me a LogarithmThe Last Titleand 23 more

TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for Last Tango in Halifax, including Ouija Board, First Guy Wins, The Simple Life Is Simple.