The Fall

2016 ‱ BBC2
4.6
314 reviews
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Season 3 episodes (8)

1 Episode 1
9/30/16
Season-only
The staff of Belfast General fight to keep Spector alive when he is rushed into hospital with a life-threatening gunshot wound. Elsewhere, Katie is desperate to help Paul when she learns of his arrest and injuries, and Gibson’s handling of the case is questioned.
2 Episode 2
10/7/16
Season-only
Gibson and Burns are chastised for their handling of the case. Meanwhile, the press reveal that Spector is the arrested suspect in the Belfast Strangler case, and the medical team continue to fight for Spector’s life.
3 Episode 3
10/14/16
Season-only
Spector’s legal team move into action as his health stabilizes. Meanwhile, Gibson speaks to Spector’s consultant psychiatrist, determined to get him back into the justice system.
4 Episode 4
10/21/16
Season-only
Gibson witnesses Sally-Ann’s despair as Burns faces up to his guilt at pursuing her as a conspirator. Gibson and Dr Larson, Spector’s psychiatrist, have conflicting views of Spector: is he patient or prisoner?
5 Episode 5
10/28/16
Season-only
Spector opens up about his past to Dr Larson, while Spector’s legal team are determined that he will never stand trial. Gibson’s colleagues Anderson and Ferrington follow their lead in London linking Spector to an old murder case.
6 Episode 6
10/29/16
Season-only
In the thrilling series finale, Gibson and Anderson present fresh evidence to Spector with cataclysmic results. Spector’s new friendship in the psychiatric facility develops with a shocking outcome.
101 Episode 101
10/29/16
Season-only
Don’t miss this revealing behind-the-scenes look at the show which includes interviews with key cast. CONTAINS PLOT SPOILERS.
102 Episode 102
10/29/16
Season-only
See the scenes that didn't make the series!

About this show

Breaking ratings records upon its debut on BBC Two, ‘The Fall’ enthralled fans with unforgettable performances, gripping writing and directing and a haunting soundtrack. Starring Gillian Anderson and Jamie Dornan, this chilling drama is a study in obsession: one man’s desire to kill, one woman’s quest to stop him.

Ratings and reviews

4.6
314 reviews
Steph Faulkner
February 3, 2019
Excellent series with top notch acting across the board. For me, ALL three series were great. I don't agree with the comment made about the last few episodes of series 3 being excessively violent. The whole premise of the story line is a serial killer and the DVD is marked cert 18 accordingly. This, for me, is the best thing I've seen Jamie Dornan in. The scripts for The Fall showcase what a superb actor he is. Also, kudos to Gillian Anderson on her excellent British accent! đŸ‘đŸ»
Martin Neill
November 2, 2016
The first two seasons are excellent: the acting is top rate and the cat-and-mouse game well sustained. The third season is drawn out too thinly and Paul's behaviour in the final two episodes is contradictory and unconvincing, and indicative that the writer had run out of steam and set up a end game he could not successfully resolve.
21 people found this review helpful
Caity Marsh
April 8, 2015
A brilliantly acted series by all, but particularly Gillian Anderson and Jamie Dorman. A truly scary look into the mind and split personality of a serial killer. The juxtaposition of his normal family life and his horrendous slayings is frighteningly real.
41 people found this review helpful