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The Defoes, a family of female divorce lawyers, are forced to face their past following the return of their estranged father after a 30 year absence.
Created By
Abi Morgan
Network
BBC One
Episodes
18
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Filmin
1 country
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Overview
The Split has 3 seasons with 18 episodes spanning 2018-2022.
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Year context
The Split first aired 8 years ago in 2018.
CAST (5)
SEASONS (3 seasons, 18 episodes)
SEASON 1Series 1
01
Episode 1
A leading divorce lawyer finds business is personal when she leaves the family firm for a rival and finally faces her estranged father, who walked…
02
Episode 2
Things become increasingly complicated for Hannah as she faces Christie’s ex-wife in a tricky prenup, and the three sisters meet their father for the first…
03
Episode 3
Hannah represents a woman fighting to save the embryos created during a marriage that is now ending in divorce. Oscar’s return continues to have an…
04
Episode 4
An online illicit dating website is hacked, providing Hannah with an explosive case. At home, Ruth hosts a dinner party for all the family with…
05
Episode 5
Hannah, for so long adept at navigating other people's lives and relationships, is confronted with painful questions about her own marriage.
06
Episode 6
Maya, Oscar's second wife, finally arrives in London. But as the family try to heal divisions and look to the future, Hannah and Nathan are…
SEASON 2Series 2
01
Episode 1
Hannah meets a TV presenter who needs her help, Ruth comes to terms with a different pace of life, and Zander introduces an unsettling new…
02
Episode 2
As Hannah prepares Fi Hansen for her divorce, she feels increasingly stressed by the double life she is leading with Christie when Nathan’s suspicions are…
03
Episode 3
Hannah's personal and professional lives collide when Nathan helps out with the Hansen case, as she desperately tries to cover up evidence of her affair…
04
Episode 4
Secrets come out and lies unravel as Hannah deals with the fallout from her Anniversary Party, while the Noble Hale Defoe team attend an awards…
05
Episode 5
With the revelation of Hannah and Christie’s affair out in the open, Hannah tries to make amends and rebuild her marriage.
06
Episode 6
After Hannah’s heart-breaking confession to Nathan about the night before their wedding, their marriage is in turmoil.
SEASON 3Series 3
01
Episode 1
Hannah and Nathan are in the final stages of negotiating their divorce, but when it becomes clear Nathan has met someone else, the amicable separation…
02
Episode 2
Hannah’s relationship with Nathan unravels when he drops a bombshell, and Rose struggles to cope with her grief.
03
Episode 3
Tensions rise as Hannah and Nathan struggle to disentangle their lives. Christie arrives in London and Rose has a clear out.
04
Episode 4
Hannah allows herself to dream of a life elsewhere with Christie, whilst Nathan starts to doubt his relationship with Kate. Ruth breaks some devastating news…
05
Episode 5
Rose grapples with James’ absence at the family camping trip. Ruth learns of Nina and Tyler’s affair, and the extent of Tyler’s deceit is revealed.
06
Episode 6
With Kate and Nathan’s relationship on the rocks Hannah makes a decision which shapes all their futures.
SERIES INFO
3
Seasons
18
Episodes
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Abi Morgan
NETWORKS (1)
BBC One
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is The Split about?
The Defoes, a family of female divorce lawyers, are forced to face their past following the return of their estranged father after a 30 year absence.
Where can I watch The Split?
The Split is available on Filmin. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does The Split have?
The Split has 3 seasons with 18 episodes total.
Who created The Split?
The Split was created by Abi Morgan.
Who stars in The Split?
The cast of The Split includes Nicola Walker, Annabel Scholey, Stephen Mangan, Deborah Findlay, Fiona Button.
What is the rating of The Split?
The Split has a rating of 7.2 out of 10 based on 54 votes on TMDB.
Is The Split still running?
The Split has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (1)
Drama
