How many seasons and episodes does Cadfael have?

Cadfael has 4 seasons and 13 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on May 29, 1994 to December 28, 1998.

Is Cadfael renewed, ended, or canceled?

Cadfael has concluded its run and is officially ended.

How long does it take to binge watch Cadfael?

It takes 16h 19m (979 minutes) to watch the complete run of Cadfael. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 9 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 16.3-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 8.2 hours of viewing each day.

Where can you stream or watch Cadfael?

Cadfael 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 Cadfael?

Cadfael has an official content rating of Not Rated.

Who are the lead actors in Cadfael?

The primary ensemble cast includes Derek Jacobi as Brother Cadfael (age 88), Michael Culver as Prior Robert (age 85 (deceased)), Julian Firth as Brother Jerome (age 66), Terrence Hardiman as Abbot Radulfus (age 86 (deceased)).

Binge-Watching Time Guide

How Long Does It Take to Watch Cadfael?

1994 · 4 Seasons · 13 Episodes · Total Runtime: 16h 19m (979 mins)

Total Watch Time

16h 19m

979 minutes of non-stop content across all 13 episodes.

Weekend Binge Verdict

Intense Weekend Marathon

Possible with dedication! Finishing this 16.3-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 8.2 hours of viewing each day.

Average Episode Length

75 mins

Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.

Standard Pace (2 hrs/day)

9 days

Finish by approximately Nov 20, 2026 if starting today.

Viewing Pace & Completion Dates

Estimate when you will complete the series based on your daily viewing commitment starting today (November 11, 2026):

Casual (1 hr/day)

17 days

Estimated completion:
Nov 28, 2026

Recommended Pace

Standard (2 hrs/day)

9 days

Estimated completion:
Nov 20, 2026

Dedicated (4 hrs/day)

5 days

Estimated completion:
Nov 16, 2026

Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)

3 days

Estimated completion:
Nov 14, 2026

Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds

If you listen to commentary or watch at accelerated speeds on streaming apps:

1.00× (Normal): 16h 19m 1.25× Speed: 13h 3m (saves 3.3h) 1.50× Speed: 10h 53m (saves 5.4h)

Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown

Season	Episodes	Total Runtime	Avg Length	Share of Series
Season 1 Longest Season	4 episodes	5h 1m (301 mins)	75 mins/ep	30.7%
Season 2	3 episodes	3h 46m (226 mins)	75 mins/ep	23.1%
Season 3 Shortest Season	3 episodes	3h 45m (225 mins)	75 mins/ep	23%
Season 4	3 episodes	3h 47m (227 mins)	76 mins/ep	23.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching Cadfael

Can I binge-watch Cadfael in a single weekend?

Possible with dedication! Finishing this 16.3-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 8.2 hours of viewing each day. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; Cadfael contains 16h 19m of episodes.

How long does it take to watch all seasons of Cadfael at 2 hours a day?

At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 9 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Nov 20, 2026.

Which season of Cadfael is the longest?

Season 1 is the longest season with a total runtime of 5h 1m across 4 episodes.

How many total hours and episodes are in Cadfael?

The series consists of 13 episodes across 4 seasons, totaling 16h 19m (979 minutes) of screen time.