Arabian Nights Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2000 · ABC, BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Arabian Nights
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Arabian Nights have?
Arabian Nights has 1 season and 2 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on April 30, 2000.
Is Arabian Nights renewed, ended, or canceled?
Arabian Nights has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Arabian Nights?
It takes 5h 50m (350 minutes) to watch the complete run of Arabian Nights. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 3 days. Yes! At 5.8 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 2.9 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch Arabian Nights?
Arabian Nights is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Arabian Nights?
Arabian Nights has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Arabian Nights?
The primary ensemble cast includes Mili Avital as Scheherezade (age 54), Alan Bates as Storyteller (age 69 (deceased)), James Frain as Schahzenan / Harun (age 58), Rufus Sewell as Ali Baba (age 58).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Mili Avital | Scheherezade | 54 |
| Alan Bates | Storyteller | 69 (deceased) |
| James Frain | Schahzenan / Harun | 58 |
| Rufus Sewell | Ali Baba | 58 |
| Tchéky Karyo | Black Coda | 72 (deceased) |
| Dougray Scott | Sultan Shahryar | 60 |
| Jason Scott Lee | Aladdin | 59 |
| Vanessa-Mae | Princess Zobeide | 47 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Arabian Nights are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.