Shadow and Bone

Synopsis

In a world cleaved in two by a massive barrier of perpetual darkness, a young soldier uncovers a power that might finally unite her country. But as she struggles to hone her power, dangerous forces plot against her. Thugs, thieves, assassins and saints are at war now, and it will take more than magic to survive.

First Air Date: 2021-04-23

Last Air Date: 2023-03-16

Number of Seasons: 2

Number of Episodes: 16

Created By: Eric Heisserer

Networks: Netflix

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Top Cast

Jessie Mei Li as Alina Starkov
Archie Renaux as Malyen 'Mal' Oretsev
Freddy Carter as Kaz Brekker
Amita Suman as Inej Ghafa
Kit Young as Jesper Fahey
Ben Barnes as General Aleksander Kirigan / The Darkling
Sujaya Dasgupta as Zoya Nazyalensky
Daisy Head as Genya Safin
Danielle Galligan as Nina Zenik
Calahan Skogman as Matthias Helvar

Seasons

Season 1 (2021)

Dark forces conspire against orphan mapmaker Alina Starkov when she unleashes an extraordinary power that could change the fate of her war-torn world.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: A Searing Burst of Light (2021-04-23)

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.
Ep. 2: We're All Someone's Monster (2021-04-23)

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.
Ep. 3: The Making at the Heart of the World (2021-04-23)

Ensconced in the lap of luxury among the Grisha, Alina begins her training. The Crows — Kaz, Inej and Jesper — prepare for their risky journey.
Ep. 4: Otkazat'sya (2021-04-23)

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.
Ep. 5: Show Me Who You Are (2021-04-23)

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.
Ep. 6: The Heart Is An Arrow (2021-04-23)

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.
Ep. 7: The Unsea (2021-04-23)

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.
Ep. 8: No Mourners (2021-04-23)

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.