Shadow and Bone: Season 1
2021 · 8 episodes · ★ 6.5
What Season 1 of Shadow and Bone
Dark forces conspire against orphan mapmaker Alina Starkov when she unleashes an extraordinary power that could change the fate of her war-torn world.
Season 1 Episodes
1x01 A Searing Burst of Light
Unwilling to be separated from Mal, Alina hatches a plan to join him on a perilous expedition through the Fold. Kaz chases a lead on a lucrative job.
Directing: Lee Toland Krieger · Writing: Eric Heisserer · Starring: Antonín Mašek, Sean Gilder, Genesis Lynea, Atanáz Babinchak
1x02 We're All Someone's Monster
Alina's actions against the Volcra bring her to the attention of General Kirigan. Kaz runs into trouble while looking for safe passage across the Fold.
Directing: Lee Toland Krieger · Writing: Eric Heisserer · Starring: Dean Lennox Kelly, Scott Alexander Young, Micah Holmes, Tom Fyans
1x03 The Making at the Heart of the World
Ensconced in the lap of luxury among the Grisha, Alina begins her training. The Crows — Kaz, Inej and Jesper — prepare for their risky journey.
Directing: Dan Liu · Writing: Daegan Fryklind · Starring: Daisy Head, Danielle Galligan, Calahan Skogman, Zoë Wanamaker
1x04 Otkazat'sya
As Kirigan takes Alina into his confidence, Mal volunteers for a dangerous tracking mission, and the Crows plot a heist to get into the Little Palace.
Directing: Dan Liu · Writing: Vanya Asher · Starring: Daisy Head, Danielle Galligan, Calahan Skogman, Zoë Wanamaker
1x05 Show Me Who You Are
Alina's bond with Kirigan grows as royal guests gather for her unveiling. Mal carries news about the stag. Kaz's scheme hinges on a hidden door.
Directing: Mairzee Almas · Writing: Nick Culbertson, M. Scott Veach · Starring: Daisy Head, Zoë Wanamaker, Gabrielle Brooks, Hugo Speer
1x06 The Heart Is An Arrow
Furious over the Sun Summoner, Kirigan hunts for information. Alina receives a helping hand when she needs it most. Nina warms to a Grisha hunter.
Directing: Mairzee Almas · Writing: Shelley Meals · Starring: Danielle Galligan, Calahan Skogman, Howard Charles, Kelly Gough
1x07 The Unsea
The fate of the stag leaves Alina in an impossible position with Kirigan, whose connection to the Fold — and the power behind it — falls into place.
Directing: Jeremy Webb · Writing: Christina Strain · Starring: Daisy Head, Zoë Wanamaker, Luke Pasqualino, Mark Springer
1x08 No Mourners Season Finale
In the depths of the Fold, Kirigan demonstrates the scope of Alina's powers, while the Crows cross paths with a stowaway amid a do-or-die undertaking.
Directing: Jeremy Webb · Writing: Daegan Fryklind, Eric Heisserer · Starring: Danielle Galligan, Calahan Skogman, Tom Weston-Jones, Sujaya Dasgupta
Season 1 Cast
Freddy CarterKaz Brekker8 episodes
Amita SumanInej Ghafa8 episodes
Kit YoungJesper Fahey8 episodes
Sujaya DasguptaZoya Nazyalensky7 episodes
Simon SearsIvan7 episodes
Howard CharlesArken5 episodes
Julian KostovFedyor Kaminsky5 episodes
Danielle GalliganNina Zenik4 episodes
Calahan SkogmanMatthias Helvar4 episodes
Zoë WanamakerBaghra4 episodes
Kaylan TeagueYoung Alina4 episodes
Andy BurseDubrov3 episodes
Elizabeth RiderAna Kuya3 episodes
Angus Castle-DoughtyMikhael3 episodes
Gabrielle BrooksNadia Zhabin3 episodes
Jasmine BlackborowMarie3 episodes
Tom Weston-JonesGeneral Zlatan3 episodesWhere to Watch Season 1 of Shadow and Bone
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Episodes Does Shadow and Bone Season 1 Have?
Shadow and Bone Season 1 has 8 episodes.
When Did Shadow and Bone Season 1 Premiere?
It premiered on April 23, 2021.
Where to Watch Shadow and Bone Season 1?
In Spain, on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads.
What is the best episode of Season 1?
According to the TMDB audience rating, episode 1x01, «A Searing Burst of Light», with a 6.9.