Small Axe
- Drama
An anthology series of five stories looking at the lives of a group of friends and their families in London’s West Indian community from the late 1960s to the early 80s.
Small Axe is a British anthology drama series that premiered in November 2020, telling five interconnected stories of West Indian life in London from the late 1960s through the early 1980s. Each episode explores the experiences of friends and families navigating identity, community, and social change during a pivotal era.
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Letitia WrightAltheia Jones
Shaun ParkesFrank Crichlow
Malachi KirbyDarcus Howe
Rochenda SandallBarbara Beese
Jack LowdenIan MacDonald
Sam SpruellPC Pulley
Gershwyn Eustache JnrEddie LeCointe Jnr
Nathaniel Martello-WhiteRhodan Gordan
Richie CampbellRothwell Kentish- Jumayn HunterGodfrey Millett
Gary BeadleDolston Isaacs
Richard CorderyMr. Croft
Alex JenningsJudge Clarke
Derek GriffithsCLR James
Jodhi MaySelma James
Trailer
Small Axe Anthology Trailer - Extended Version | Prime Video
Seasons
1 season
Episodes · Season 1
Full season| # | Title | Air date | Runtime | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Mangrove | 2020-11-15 | 127m | 7.3 |
| 02 | Lover's Rock | 2020-11-22 | 70m | 6.3 |
| 03 | Red, White and Blue | 2020-11-29 | 80m | 6.7 |
| 04 | Alex Wheatle | 2020-12-06 | 66m | 5.7 |
| 05 | Education | 2020-12-13 | 63m | 6.4 |
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Is Small Axe renewed or cancelled?
Small Axe has ended — it concluded its planned run.
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When did Small Axe premiere?
Small Axe premiered on November 15, 2020.
How many episodes are in Small Axe?
The series consists of five episodes, each telling a separate story within the anthology.
Where can I watch Small Axe?
Small Axe is available on BBC iPlayer in the UK and on Amazon Prime Video in other regions.
Is Small Axe still ongoing?
No, the series has ended after its first season of five episodes.
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