Blue Murder Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2003 · ITV1 · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Blue Murder
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Blue Murder have?
Blue Murder has 5 seasons and 19 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on May 18, 2003 to October 12, 2009.
Is Blue Murder renewed, ended, or canceled?
Blue Murder has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Blue Murder?
It takes 19h 0m (1140 minutes) to watch the complete run of Blue Murder. 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-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 9.5 hours of viewing each day.
Where can you stream or watch Blue Murder?
Blue Murder is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Britbox Apple TV Channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Blue Murder?
Blue Murder has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Blue Murder?
The primary ensemble cast includes Caroline Quentin as DCI Janine Lewis (age 66), Ian Kelsey as DI Richard Mayne, Paul Loughran as DS Butchers (age 57), Nicholas Murchie as DS Tony Shap.
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Caroline Quentin | DCI Janine Lewis | 66 |
| Ian Kelsey | DI Richard Mayne | – |
| Paul Loughran | DS Butchers | 57 |
| Nicholas Murchie | DS Tony Shap | – |
| Ceallach Spellman | Tom Lewis | 31 |
| Eden Garrity | Ellie Lewis | – |
| Joe Tucker | Pete Lewis | – |
| Geoffrey Breton | Michael Lewis | 42 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Blue Murder are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.