Last Tango in Halifax

Last Tango in Halifax

Created by Sally Wainwright

On BBC One, PBS

2012–20205 seasons24 episodes60 min7.1 / 10

A warm, character-driven romance about second chances in later life, grounded in Yorkshire domesticity and the complications of blended families.

Celia and Alan are both widowed and in their seventies. When their respective grandsons put their details on Facebook, they rediscover a passionate relationship that started over sixty years ago.

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  • Does Last Tango in Halifax leave you hopeful? Yes. More hopeful than 84% of series.

  • Is Last Tango in Halifax easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 80% of series.

  • Is Last Tango in Halifax sad? Somewhat. More sad than 72% of series.

  • Is Last Tango in Halifax violent? Not especially. Less violent than 70% of series.

  • Is Last Tango in Halifax scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 59% of series.

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