Taboo
Series Overview
Adventurer James Keziah Delaney returns to London from Africa in 1814 along with fourteen stolen diamonds to seek vengeance after the death of his father.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 8 Episodes
2017 – 2017
Premiered: Sat, Jan 7, 2017
Steven Knight
Chips Hardy
Tom HardyLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 8: “Episode 8”
As James Delaney conspires to escape, an enraged Prince Regent unleashes one final plan to destroy him.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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BBC One TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-12-24
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steven Knight, Chips Hardy, Tom Hardy
Max Richter
Mark Patten
Kate Crowe, Ridley Scott, Tom Hardy, Dean Baker, Steven Knight
Department Leadership Roster
Joanna Eatwell
Costume Design
Tim Bricknell
Producer
Sonja Klaus
Production Design
Max Richter
Original Music Composer
Mark Patten
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted to Adults (18+).
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Taboo
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What is Taboo about?
Adventurer James Keziah Delaney returns to London from Africa in 1814 along with fourteen stolen diamonds to seek vengeance after the death of his father.
How many seasons does Taboo have?
Taboo comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Taboo?
Key cast members in Taboo include Tom Hardy, David Hayman, Jonathan Pryce, Oona Chaplin, Richard Dixon.
Who created or directed Taboo?
Taboo was developed and directed by Steven Knight, Chips Hardy, Tom Hardy.