Bodyguard Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2018 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Bodyguard
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Bodyguard have?
Bodyguard has 1 season and 6 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on August 26, 2018 to September 23, 2018.
Is Bodyguard renewed, ended, or canceled?
Bodyguard has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Bodyguard?
It takes 6h 8m (368 minutes) to watch the complete run of Bodyguard. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 4 days. Yes! At 6.1 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 3.1 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Bodyguard?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 6 ("Episode 6"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.1/10 based on 52 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Bodyguard?
Bodyguard is available for streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Bodyguard?
Bodyguard has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in Bodyguard?
The primary ensemble cast includes Richard Madden as David Budd (age 40), Keeley Hawes as Julia Montague (age 50), Sophie Rundle as Vicky Budd (age 38), Gina McKee as Anne Sampson (age 62).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Madden | David Budd | 40 |
| Keeley Hawes | Julia Montague | 50 |
| Sophie Rundle | Vicky Budd | 38 |
| Gina McKee | Anne Sampson | 62 |
| Pippa Haywood | Lorraine Craddock | 65 |
| Stuart Bowman | Stephen Hunter-Dunn | 60 |
| Paul Ready | Rob MacDonald | 49 |
| Ash Tandon | Deepak Sharma | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Bodyguard are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.