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Closet witch Diana Bishop and centuries-old vampire Matthew Clairmont are drawn into a deadly mystery and forbidden romance when a magical book shows up in an Oxford library.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Closet witch Diana Bishop and centuries-old vampire Matthew Clairmont are drawn into a deadly mystery and forbidden romance when a magical book shows up in an Oxford library.
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Episode 1
Reluctant witch Diana Bishop and vampire Matthew Clairmont seek refuge in the fascinating and treacherous world of Elizabethan London. There, they must find a powerful witch to help Diana control her magic and search for the elusive Book of Life.
Directed by Farren BlackburnWritten by Sarah DollardGuest stars Malin Buska, Trevor Eve, Joshua Blue Pickering, Sheila Hancock, Lois Chimimba, Victoria Yeates, Tom Hughes, Milo Twomey
Episode 2
As she continues her search for a mentor, Diana meets wealthy alchemist Mary Sidney. London's vampire ruler demands fealty from Diana and Matthew as he is unnerved by their sudden arrival in the City.
Directed by Philippa LangdaleWritten by Susie ConklinGuest stars Malin Buska, Alex Kingston, Valarie Pettiford, Lindsay Duncan, Sorcha Cusack, Joshua Blue Pickering, James Purefoy, Sheila Hancock
Episode 3
In the present, Domenico makes a disturbing discovery in Oxford. Back in 1590, Matthew must beg for forgiveness from Father Hubbard.
Directed by Philippa LangdaleWritten by Polly BuckleGuest stars Gregg Chillin, Joshua Blue Pickering, Francesca Henry, Sheila Hancock, Lois Chimimba, Victoria Yeates, Tom Hughes, Milo Twomey
Episode 4
Another vicious vampire murder rocks present-day Oxford. Marcus makes a breakthrough.
Directed by Farren BlackburnWritten by Pete McTigheGuest stars Edward Bluemel, Owen Teale, Alex Kingston, Valarie Pettiford, Aiysha Hart, Sophia Myles, Gregg Chillin, Trevor Eve
Episode 5
Matthew and Diana arrive in France on their journey to face Philippe. Elsewhere, Louisa and Kit cut a swathe through London.
Directed by Philippa LangdaleWritten by Lisa HoldsworthGuest stars James Purefoy, Francesca Henry, Tom Hughes, Milo Twomey, Steven Cree, Laurence Spellman, Elaine Cassidy, Shaun Mason
Episode 6
Philippe makes a troubling discovery, provoking a conflict with Matthew. Ysabeau, Em and Sarah start to look for a message.
Directed by Jonathan TeplitzkyWritten by Pete McTigheGuest stars Alex Kingston, Valarie Pettiford, Lindsay Duncan, Sorcha Cusack, James Purefoy, Endy McKay, Paul Brennen
Episode 7
Matthew and Diana go to Bohemia to search for Edward Kelley and the Book of Life. There, they encounter the strange Emperor Rudolf II.
Directed by Farren BlackburnWritten by Joseph Wilde, Joseph Wilde, Joseph WildeGuest stars Owen Teale, Jacob Ifan, Joshua Blue Pickering, Milo Twomey, Holly Aird, Steven Cree, Simon Thorp, Michael Jibson
Episode 8
In 1590, Diana is transfixed as she tries to work out what the Book is telling her. Matthew worries over the Book's power.
Directed by Farren BlackburnWritten by Pete McTigheGuest stars Edward Bluemel, Owen Teale, Alex Kingston, Valarie Pettiford, Aiysha Hart, Sophia Myles, Gregg Chillin, Trevor Eve
Episode 9
As Diana and Matthew return to London, Diana learns news that could change everything. The Queen holds Matthew to account.
Directed by Jonathan TeplitzkyWritten by Michelle GayleGuest stars Joshua Blue Pickering, Sheila Hancock, Lois Chimimba, Victoria Yeates, Tom Hughes, Milo Twomey, Holly Aird, Michael Lindall
Episode 10
The second series reaches a dramatic conclusion. Realising that she must return to the present, Diana aims to complete her training.
Directed by Farren BlackburnWritten by Susie Conklin, Pete McTigheGuest stars Edward Bluemel, Malin Buska, Owen Teale, Alex Kingston, Jacob Ifan, Valarie Pettiford, Aiysha Hart, Sophia Myles
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Teresa PalmerDiana Bishop
Matthew GoodeMatthew Clairmont
Edward BluemelMarcus Whitmore
Malin BuskaSatu Järvinen
Owen TealePeter Knox
Alex KingstonSarah Bishop
Jacob IfanBenjamin Fuchs
Louise BrealeyGillian Chamberlain
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