Butterflies Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1978 · BBC Two · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Butterflies
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Butterflies have?
Butterflies has 4 seasons and 28 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on November 10, 1978.
Is Butterflies renewed, ended, or canceled?
Butterflies has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Butterflies?
It takes 14h 0m (840 minutes) to watch the complete run of Butterflies. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 7 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 14-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 7 hours of viewing each day.
Where can you stream or watch Butterflies?
Butterflies 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 Butterflies?
Butterflies has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Butterflies?
The primary ensemble cast includes Wendy Craig as Ria Parkinson (age 92), Geoffrey Palmer as Ben Parkinson (age 93 (deceased)), Nicholas Lyndhurst as Adam Parkinson (age 65), Andrew Hall as Russell Parkinson (age 72).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Wendy Craig | Ria Parkinson | 92 |
| Geoffrey Palmer | Ben Parkinson | 93 (deceased) |
| Nicholas Lyndhurst | Adam Parkinson | 65 |
| Andrew Hall | Russell Parkinson | 72 |
| Bruce Montague | Leonard Dunn | 87 |
| Michael Ripper | Thomas | 87 (deceased) |
| Joyce Windsor | Ruby | 94 |
| Brian Murphy | Main Cast | 92 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Butterflies are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.