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Passions 1999

“Follow your heart (if you dare).”

★ 7.6/10 · 8 votes SoapSci-Fi & Fantasy 9 seasons · 2275 eps Ended
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What is Passions?

Passions is an American television soap opera that originally aired on NBC from July 5, 1999, to September 7, 2007, and subsequently on The 101 Network from September 17, 2007, to August 7, 2008. Created by writer James E.

Type
TV series
Year
1999
Status
Ended
Episodes
2,275
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Jul 5, 1999
Last aired
Aug 7, 2008
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
NBC
Genres
Soap, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Passions is an American television soap opera that originally aired on NBC from July 5, 1999, to September 7, 2007, and subsequently on The 101 Network from September 17, 2007, to August 7, 2008. Created by writer James E. Reilly and produced by NBC Studios, the series is set in the fictional town of Harmony. The show centers on the lives, loves, and dramatic relationships of its core families: the African American Russells, the white Cranes and Bennetts, and the half-Mexican half-Irish Lopez-Fitzgeralds. Storylines frequently involve romantic entanglements as well as supernatural elements, including the notable character Tabitha Lenox, a town witch. The series incorporates both racial diversity and paranormal themes as central aspects of its narrative structure.

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Should you watch it?

“This soap opera explores the lives, loves, and supernatural occurrences of residents in the town of Harmony.”

Reasons to watch
  • diverse family dynamics
  • supernatural plot elements
Keep in mind
  • lengthy production run
  • complex narrative arcs

Watch it if you enjoy daytime dramas that blend traditional romance with paranormal storytelling.

The series features themes of romance and supernatural activity appropriate for standard soap opera audiences.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 261 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 254 episodes
Season 3 · 251 episodes
Season 4 · 252 episodes
Season 5 · 256 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the setting of the show?

The series is set in a town called Harmony.

Who created the series?

The show was created by writer James E. Reilly.

When did the show air on NBC?

The series aired on NBC from July 5, 1999, to September 7, 2007.

Which families are featured in the show?

The story focuses on the Russell, Crane, Bennett, and Lopez-Fitzgerald families.

Does the show include supernatural elements?

Yes, the storylines include supernatural events, such as the activities of a town witch named Tabitha Lenox.