The Pact 2021
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- May 17, 2021
- Last Aired
- November 28, 2022
- Format
- 2 seasons · 12 eps
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E5 "Episode 5" (★ 8/10)
- Created By
- Pete McTighe
- Network
- BBC One
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel
What is The Pact?
Topic: Television series "The Pact" (2021). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2021
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 12
- First aired
- May 17, 2021
- Last aired
- Nov 28, 2022
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 46 votes
- Format
- 2 seasons · 12 episodes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- BBC One
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Title: The Pact.
Year: 2021.
Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery (TMDB); Drama series (IMDb).
Creator/Writer: Pete McTighe.
Cast: Rakie Ayola, Laura Fraser, Julie Hesmondhalgh, Eiry Thomas.
Premise: Stories of the secrets people keep and how far someone would go to protect those they love; divided loyalties test the ties of family and friends because secrets have consequences.
Origin: British television drama series.
Production: Made and filmed in Wales; produced by Little Door Productions.
Broadcaster: BBC One.
Broadcast Start Date: 17 May 2021.
Second Series Info: Announced 6 April 2022; focuses on a new cast and story; premiered 24 October (year not explicitly stated in source text for premiere, though it says "premiered on 24 October" right after the announcement info). Correction:
Should you watch it?
“Divided loyalties test the ties of family and friends when secrets have serious consequences.”
- Created and written by Pete McTighe.
- Features a talented cast including Rakie Ayola, Laura Fraser, Julie Hesmondhalgh, and Eiry Thomas.
- Explores gripping themes about the lengths people go to protect their loved ones.
- The heavy focus on dark secrets and divided loyalties may not appeal to viewers looking for lighter fare.
Watch it if you enjoy British crime and drama series centered around hidden secrets.
The tone is dramatic and mysterious, suitable for viewers interested in character-driven crime stories.
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Season 1 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc May 17, 2021
- E2 Episode 2 Core May 18, 2021
- E3 Episode 3 Core May 24, 2021
- E4 Episode 4 Core May 25, 2021
- E5 Episode 5 Mytharc May 31, 2021
- E6 Episode 6 Mytharc Jun 1, 2021
Season 2 · 6 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Oct 24, 2022
- E2 Episode 2 Core Oct 31, 2022
- E3 Episode 3 Core Nov 7, 2022
- E4 Episode 4 Core Nov 14, 2022
- E5 Episode 5 Mytharc Nov 21, 2022
- E6 Episode 6 Mytharc Nov 28, 2022
Frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Pact?
The series originally broadcast on BBC One and is made by Little Door Productions.
Is The Pact worth watching?
It is a compelling British drama series created by Pete McTighe that explores the consequences of family secrets.
What is the binge duration for The Pact?
The first series began broadcasting on BBC One on 17 May 2021, followed by a second series premiering on 24 October 2022.
Which essential episodes should I watch?
The series spans multiple episodes across its runs starting from May 2021 and continuing into the second series in October 2022.
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