Bread Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1986 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Bread
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Bread have?
Bread has 7 seasons and 74 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on May 1, 1986 to November 3, 1991.
Is Bread renewed, ended, or canceled?
Bread has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Bread?
It takes 26h 30m (1590 minutes) to watch the complete run of Bread. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 14 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 26.5 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 14 days.
Where can you stream or watch Bread?
Bread is available for streaming on Sky Go. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Bread?
Bread has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Bread?
The primary ensemble cast includes Jean Boht as Nellie Boswell (age 87 (deceased)), Nick Conway as Billy Boswell (age 63), Jonathon Morris as Adrian Boswell (age 66), Kenneth Waller as Grandad (age 98).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Jean Boht | Nellie Boswell | 87 (deceased) |
| Nick Conway | Billy Boswell | 63 |
| Jonathon Morris | Adrian Boswell | 66 |
| Kenneth Waller | Grandad | 98 |
| Ronald Forfar | Freddie Boswell | 87 |
| Victor McGuire | Jack Boswell | 62 |
| Bryan Murray | Shifty Boswell | 77 |
| Giles Watling | Oswald | 73 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Bread are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 26, 2026.