Shades of Darkness Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1983 · ITV1 · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Shades of Darkness
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Shades of Darkness have?
Shades of Darkness has 1 season and 8 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on May 27, 1983.
Is Shades of Darkness renewed, ended, or canceled?
Shades of Darkness has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Shades of Darkness?
It takes 8h 0m (480 minutes) to watch the complete run of Shades of Darkness. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 4 days. Yes! At 8 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 4 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch Shades of Darkness?
Shades of Darkness is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Shades of Darkness?
Shades of Darkness has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Shades of Darkness?
The primary ensemble cast includes Maggie Ford as Mrs. Falshaw, Joanna David as Miss Hartley (age 79), June Brown as Emma Saxon (age 95 (deceased)), Norma West as Mrs. Brympton (age 82).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Maggie Ford | Mrs. Falshaw | – |
| Joanna David | Miss Hartley | 79 |
| June Brown | Emma Saxon | 95 (deceased) |
| Norma West | Mrs. Brympton | 82 |
| Ian Collier | Mr. Brympton | 83 |
| Jonathan Duttine | Garvin | 77 |
| Chrissie Cotterill | Rachel | 71 |
| David Hargreaves | Falshaw | 86 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Shades of Darkness are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.