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The Worst Episodes of The Fades

Every episode of The Fades ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of The Fades!

Seventeen-year old Paul can see the spirits of the dead. When one of these restless spirits crosses back into the living world, he is forced into a fight to prevent the apocalypse.

Genres:DramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
Network:BBC Three

Lowest Rated Episodes Summary

The worst episode of "The Fades" is "Episode 1", rated 6.9/10 from 248 user votes. It was directed by Farren Blackburn and written by Jack Thorne. "Episode 1" aired on 9/21/2011 and is rated 0.2 point(s) lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 2".

  • Episode 1
    6.9/10 248 votes

    #1 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 9/21/2011

    Paul struggles with home and sixth-form life as apocalyptic visions haunt his dreams and a supernatural creature stalks his home town. When he crosses paths with an outcast loner called Neil who can explain what Paul is seeing, his life is transformed.

    Director: Farren Blackburn

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • Episode 2
    7.1/10 190 votes

    #2 - Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 9/28/2011

    Neil takes Paul to see an ancient Fade, who foresees his importance in the looming battle.

    Director: Farren Blackburn

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • Episode 3
    7.4/10 189 votes

    #3 - Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/5/2011

    As Paul's powers manifest themselves, his friendship with Mac and relationship with Jay are pushed to breaking point. Meanwhile, a host of new Angelics arrive in town just as the Fades' plans evolve in a chilling new direction.

    Director: Farren Blackburn

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • Episode 6
    7.4/10 172 votes

    #4 - Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 10/26/2011

    A town left deserted. An Angelic on the edge of desperation. A Fade on the cusp of victory. And a reluctant 17 year old boy with visions of the apocalypse - it all comes down to this final showdown. People will die. Ash will fall. It is inevitable.

    Director: Tom Shankland

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • Episode 5
    7.6/10 174 votes

    #5 - Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 10/19/2011

    Paul came back to life for a reason, but he's just not sure what that reason might be. Meanwhile, more Fades are being reborn and nothing can stop them. As they infiltrate the town, Paul's home life and Angelic life are put on a collision course.

    Director: Tom Shankland

    Writer: Jack Thorne

  • Episode 4
    7.8/10 188 votes

    #6 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/12/2011

    Up is down and black is white as Paul's family and friends struggle to cope in the aftermath of his accident. Meanwhile, the Angelics are torn apart by moral compromises and a strange new man with deadly intentions moves relentlessly through town.

    Director: Tom Shankland

    Writer: Jack Thorne