Absolutely Fabulous (1992): episodes, history and where to watch

AT A GLANCE

Absolutely Fabulous first went out in November 1992 on BBC Two. It ran until 2012, with 5 series and 33 episodes so far. Where it streams changes often, so check the official services before paying for one.

comedy
satire
nineties
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Why it is worth your time

Edina and Patsy, a PR woman and a fashion editor, drink and shop their way through the 1990s while Edina’s sensible daughter despairs. Sweetie, darling.

The details

First broadcast: 12 November 1992
Originally on: BBC Two
On air: 1992–2012
Series: 5
Episodes: 33
Typical length: 30 minutes
Genres: Comedy
First episode: “Fashion”

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Absolutely Fabulous: quick answers

When did Absolutely Fabulous start?

On 12 November 1992, on BBC Two.

How many episodes of Absolutely Fabulous are there?

33 had been broadcast by 14 October 2026, across 5 series. The last aired in 2012.

Where can I watch Absolutely Fabulous now?

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Dates and episode counts from TVmaze (2026-10-14), CC BY-SA 4.0. Artwork © its owners, shown only to identify the programme.