Great Expectations Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2011 · BBC One, PBS · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Great Expectations
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Great Expectations have?
Great Expectations has 1 season and 3 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on December 27, 2011 to December 29, 2011.
Is Great Expectations renewed, ended, or canceled?
Great Expectations has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Great Expectations?
It takes 3h 0m (180 minutes) to watch the complete run of Great Expectations. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 2 days. Yes! At 3 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 1.5 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Great Expectations?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("Episode 1"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.5/10 based on 13 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Great Expectations?
Great Expectations is available for streaming on Peacock Premium, Britbox Apple TV channel, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Great Expectations?
Great Expectations has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Great Expectations?
The primary ensemble cast includes Douglas Booth as Philip 'Pip' Pirrip (age 34), Jack Roth as Dolge Orlick (age 42), Ray Winstone as Abel Magwitch (age 69), David Suchet as Mr. Jaggers (age 80).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Douglas Booth | Philip 'Pip' Pirrip | 34 |
| Jack Roth | Dolge Orlick | 42 |
| Ray Winstone | Abel Magwitch | 69 |
| David Suchet | Mr. Jaggers | 80 |
| Shaun Dooley | Joe Gargery | 52 |
| Gillian Anderson | Miss Havisham | 58 |
| Vanessa Kirby | Estella | 38 |
| Mark Addy | Mr. Pumblechook | 62 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Great Expectations are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on October 19, 2026.