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The Witchfinder

Series Overview

A failing witchfinder transports a suspected witch across 1640s East Anglia to a trial that could change his fortunes forever.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

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Original Network
BBC Two
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

29 min per episode

Air Date Window

2022 – 2022

Premiered: Tue, Mar 8, 2022

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Apr 12, 2022

Season 1, Episode 6: “Episode 6”

Thomasine and Bannister’s arrive in Chelmsford but no longer as travel companions.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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The Witchfinder 🧙🏻‍♀️| Trailer - BBCOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2022-02-24

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Screenplay & Story

Steve Coogan

Director of Photography

Matthew Wicks

Film Editing

Gareth Heal

Producers

Joe Fraser, Dave Lambert, Sarah Monteith, Rupert Majendie, Tanya Qureshi

Department Leadership Roster

Joe Fraser

Producer

Richard Drew

Production Design

Gareth Heal

Editor

Glenn Marks

Stunt Coordinator

Matthew Wicks

Director of Photography

Lucy Williams

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: 15

15: Suitable only for 15 years and over.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Witchfinder

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What is The Witchfinder about?

A failing witchfinder transports a suspected witch across 1640s East Anglia to a trial that could change his fortunes forever.

How many seasons does The Witchfinder have?

The Witchfinder comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Witchfinder?

Key cast members in The Witchfinder include Tim Key, Daisy May Cooper.

Who created or directed The Witchfinder?

The Witchfinder was developed and directed by Not specified.