The Living and the Dead
“What lies beneath should be left beneath.”
Series Overview
Somerset 1894. When a pioneering Victorian psychologist brings his vivacious young wife to live on his family's estate, he is confronted by one disturbing case after another. Are these strange events linked merely by coincidence, or is there something more sinister - more supernatural - going on at Shepzoy?
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 6 Episodes
60 min per episode
2016 – 2016
Premiered: Tue, Jun 28, 2016
Ashley Pharoah
Matthew GrahamLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 6: “Episode 6”
The harder Charlotte tries to save Nathan the further he pushes her away.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Living and the Dead: Trailer - BBC OneOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-06-20
Cast & Creators
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Colin Morgan
Nathan Appleby
Charlotte Spencer
Charlotte Appleby
David Oakes
William Payne
Chloe Pirrie
Lara
Pooky Quesnel
Agnes
Robert Emms
Peter
Joel Gillman
Jack
Sarah Counsell
Lizzie Merrifield
Malcolm Storry
Gideon
Harry Peacock
Smith
Isaac Andrews
Charlie
Nicholas Woodeson
Reverend Matthew Denning
Kerrie Hayes
Gwen Pearce
Tallulah Haddon
Harriet Denning
Marianne Oldham
Mary Denning
Elizabeth Berrington
Maud Hare
Amber Fernée
Bathsheba
Ben Fox
Simon Merrifield
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ashley Pharoah, Matthew Graham
Ashley Pharoah
Matt Gray, Suzie Lavelle
Department Leadership Roster
Ashley Pharoah
Screenplay
Matt Gray
Director of Photography
Suzie Lavelle
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Living and the Dead
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What is The Living and the Dead about?
Somerset 1894. When a pioneering Victorian psychologist brings his vivacious young wife to live on his family's estate, he is confronted by one disturbing case after another. Are these strange events linked merely by coincidence, or is there something more sinister - more supernatural - going on at Shepzoy?
How many seasons does The Living and the Dead have?
The Living and the Dead comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Living and the Dead?
Key cast members in The Living and the Dead include Colin Morgan, Charlotte Spencer, David Oakes, Chloe Pirrie, Pooky Quesnel.
Who created or directed The Living and the Dead?
The Living and the Dead was developed and directed by Ashley Pharoah, Matthew Graham.