Dead of Night Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1972 · BBC Two · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Dead of Night
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Dead of Night have?
Dead of Night has 1 season and 7 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on November 5, 1972.
Is Dead of Night renewed, ended, or canceled?
Dead of Night has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Dead of Night?
It takes 5h 50m (350 minutes) to watch the complete run of Dead of Night. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 3 days. Yes! At 5.8 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 2.9 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch Dead of Night?
Dead of Night 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 Dead of Night?
Dead of Night has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Dead of Night?
The primary ensemble cast includes Sebastian Shaw as Powys Jubb (age 89 (deceased)), Anna Cropper as Rachel (age 68 (deceased)), Sylvia Kay as Margaret (age 82 (deceased)), Edward Petherbridge as Edmund (age 90).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Sebastian Shaw | Powys Jubb | 89 (deceased) |
| Anna Cropper | Rachel | 68 (deceased) |
| Sylvia Kay | Margaret | 82 (deceased) |
| Edward Petherbridge | Edmund | 90 |
| Clive Swift | Dan | 82 (deceased) |
| Kenneth Kendall | Newsreader | 102 |
| Peter Barkworth | Captain Rolph | 77 (deceased) |
| Bernard Brown | Frank Warley | 93 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Dead of Night are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 26, 2026.