Don't Drink the Water Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1974 · ITV1 · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Don't Drink the Water
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Don't Drink the Water have?
Don't Drink the Water has 2 seasons and 13 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on July 27, 1974.
Is Don't Drink the Water renewed, ended, or canceled?
Don't Drink the Water has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Don't Drink the Water?
It takes 6h 30m (390 minutes) to watch the complete run of Don't Drink the Water. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 4 days. Yes! At 6.5 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 3.3 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch Don't Drink the Water?
Don't Drink the Water 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 Don't Drink the Water?
Don't Drink the Water has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Don't Drink the Water?
The primary ensemble cast includes Stephen Lewis as Cyril Blake (age 88 (deceased)), Pat Coombs as Dorothy Blake (age 100), Derek Griffiths as Carlos (age 80), Frank Coda as Bill (age 95).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen Lewis | Cyril Blake | 88 (deceased) |
| Pat Coombs | Dorothy Blake | 100 |
| Derek Griffiths | Carlos | 80 |
| Frank Coda | Bill | 95 |
| Christine Shaw | Beryl | 71 (deceased) |
| Muguette De Braie | Carmela | – |
| Ricardo Montez | Doctor | 87 (deceased) |
| Ray Marioni | Policeman | 93 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Don't Drink the Water are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 26, 2026.