As Time Goes By Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1992 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About As Time Goes By
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does As Time Goes By have?
As Time Goes By has 10 seasons and 67 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 12, 1992 to December 30, 2005.
Is As Time Goes By renewed, ended, or canceled?
As Time Goes By has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch As Time Goes By?
It takes 19h 52m (1192 minutes) to watch the complete run of As Time Goes By. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 10 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 19.9-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 10 hours of viewing each day.
What is the highest-rated episode of As Time Goes By?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("You Must Remember This"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch As Time Goes By?
As Time Goes By is available for streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for As Time Goes By?
As Time Goes By has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in As Time Goes By?
The primary ensemble cast includes Judi Dench as Jean Pargetter (age 91), Geoffrey Palmer as Lionel Hardcastle (age 93 (deceased)), Moira Brooker as Judith "Judy" Hanson, Jenny Funnell as Sandy (age 63).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Judi Dench | Jean Pargetter | 91 |
| Geoffrey Palmer | Lionel Hardcastle | 93 (deceased) |
| Moira Brooker | Judith "Judy" Hanson | – |
| Jenny Funnell | Sandy | 63 |
| Philip Bretherton | Alistair Deacon | 71 |
| Janet Henfrey | Mrs. Bale | 91 |
| Frank Middlemass | Rocky Hardcastle | 87 (deceased) |
| Moyra Fraser | Penny | 102 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for As Time Goes By are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.