Drop the Dead Donkey Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1990 · Channel 4 · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Drop the Dead Donkey
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Drop the Dead Donkey have?
Drop the Dead Donkey has 6 seasons and 65 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on August 9, 1990.
Is Drop the Dead Donkey renewed, ended, or canceled?
Drop the Dead Donkey has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Drop the Dead Donkey?
It takes 23h 12m (1392 minutes) to watch the complete run of Drop the Dead Donkey. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 12 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 23.2 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 12 days.
Where can you stream or watch Drop the Dead Donkey?
Drop the Dead Donkey 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 Drop the Dead Donkey?
Drop the Dead Donkey has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Drop the Dead Donkey?
The primary ensemble cast includes Neil Pearson as Dave Charnley (age 67), Victoria Wicks as Sally Smedley (age 67), David Swift as Henry Davenport (age 85 (deceased)), Stephen Tompkinson as Damien Day (age 60).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Neil Pearson | Dave Charnley | 67 |
| Victoria Wicks | Sally Smedley | 67 |
| David Swift | Henry Davenport | 85 (deceased) |
| Stephen Tompkinson | Damien Day | 60 |
| Jeff Rawle | George Dent | 75 |
| Robert Duncan | Gus Hedges | – |
| Susannah Doyle | Joy Merryweather | 60 |
| Ingrid Lacey | Helen Cooper | 67 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Drop the Dead Donkey are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.