How many seasons and episodes does Dempsey and Makepeace have?

Dempsey and Makepeace has 3 seasons and 30 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 11, 1985 to November 1, 1986.

Is Dempsey and Makepeace renewed, ended, or canceled?

Dempsey and Makepeace has concluded its run and is officially ended.

How long does it take to binge watch Dempsey and Makepeace?

It takes 24h 24m (1464 minutes) to watch the complete run of Dempsey and Makepeace. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 13 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 24.4 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 13 days.

Where can you stream or watch Dempsey and Makepeace?

Dempsey and Makepeace is available for streaming on ITVX Premium, ITVX. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.

What is the official age rating for Dempsey and Makepeace?

Dempsey and Makepeace has an official content rating of Not Rated.

Who are the lead actors in Dempsey and Makepeace?

The primary ensemble cast includes Michael Brandon as James Dempsey (age 81), Glynis Barber as Harriet Makepeace (age 71), Tony Osoba as Det. Sgt. Chas Jarvis (age 79), Ray Smith as Spikings (age 55 (deceased)).

Binge-Watching Time Guide

How Long Does It Take to Watch Dempsey and Makepeace?

1985 · 3 Seasons · 30 Episodes · Total Runtime: 24h 24m (1,464 mins)

Total Watch Time

24h 24m

1,464 minutes of non-stop content across all 30 episodes.

Weekend Binge Verdict

Multi-Week Commitment

Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 24.4 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 13 days.

Average Episode Length

49 mins

Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.

Standard Pace (2 hrs/day)

13 days

Finish by approximately Nov 25, 2026 if starting today.

Viewing Pace & Completion Dates

Estimate when you will complete the series based on your daily viewing commitment starting today (November 12, 2026):

Casual (1 hr/day)

25 days

Estimated completion:
Dec 7, 2026

Recommended Pace

Standard (2 hrs/day)

13 days

Estimated completion:
Nov 25, 2026

Dedicated (4 hrs/day)

7 days

Estimated completion:
Nov 19, 2026

Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)

4 days

Estimated completion:
Nov 16, 2026

Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds

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

1.00× (Normal): 24h 24m 1.25× Speed: 19h 31m (saves 4.9h) 1.50× Speed: 16h 16m (saves 8.1h)

Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown

Season	Episodes	Total Runtime	Avg Length	Share of Series
Season 1 Longest Season	10 episodes	8h 36m (516 mins)	52 mins/ep	35.2%
Season 2 Shortest Season	10 episodes	7h 52m (472 mins)	47 mins/ep	32.2%
Season 3	10 episodes	7h 56m (476 mins)	48 mins/ep	32.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching Dempsey and Makepeace

Can I binge-watch Dempsey and Makepeace in a single weekend?

Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 24.4 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 13 days. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; Dempsey and Makepeace contains 24h 24m of episodes.

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

At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 13 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Nov 25, 2026.

Which season of Dempsey and Makepeace is the longest?

Season 1 is the longest season with a total runtime of 8h 36m across 10 episodes.

How many total hours and episodes are in Dempsey and Makepeace?

The series consists of 30 episodes across 3 seasons, totaling 24h 24m (1,464 minutes) of screen time.