Heartbeat Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1992 · ITV1 · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About Heartbeat
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Heartbeat have?
Heartbeat has 18 seasons and 372 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on April 10, 1992 to September 5, 2010.
Is Heartbeat renewed, ended, or canceled?
Heartbeat has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Heartbeat?
It takes 61h 0m (3660 minutes) to watch the complete run of Heartbeat. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 31 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 61 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 31 days.
Where can you stream or watch Heartbeat?
Heartbeat is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Britbox Apple TV Channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Heartbeat?
Heartbeat has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in Heartbeat?
The primary ensemble cast includes Derek Fowlds as Oscar Blaketon (age 82 (deceased)), William Simons as PC Alf Ventress (age 78 (deceased)), Tricia Penrose as Gina Ward (age 56), Mark Jordon as PC Phil Bellamy (age 61).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Derek Fowlds | Oscar Blaketon | 82 (deceased) |
| William Simons | PC Alf Ventress | 78 (deceased) |
| Tricia Penrose | Gina Ward | 56 |
| Mark Jordon | PC Phil Bellamy | 61 |
| David Lonsdale | David Stockwell | 63 |
| Peter Benson | Bernie Scripps | 75 (deceased) |
| Bill Maynard | Claude Jeremiah Greengrass | 89 (deceased) |
| Steven Blakeley | PC Geoff Younger | 44 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Heartbeat are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.