Hot Metal Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1986 · ITV1 · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Hot Metal
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Hot Metal have?
Hot Metal has 2 seasons and 13 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on February 16, 1986.
Is Hot Metal renewed, ended, or canceled?
Hot Metal has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Hot Metal?
It takes 6h 30m (390 minutes) to watch the complete run of Hot Metal. 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 Hot Metal?
Hot Metal 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 Hot Metal?
Hot Metal has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Hot Metal?
The primary ensemble cast includes Robert Hardy as Twiggy Rathbone / Russell Spam (age 91 (deceased)), Richard Kane as Greg Kettle (age 88), Caroline Milmoe as Maggie Troon (age 63), David Barrass as Jack Thrush.
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Hardy | Twiggy Rathbone / Russell Spam | 91 (deceased) |
| Richard Kane | Greg Kettle | 88 |
| Caroline Milmoe | Maggie Troon | 63 |
| David Barrass | Jack Thrush | – |
| Richard Wilson | Dicky Lipton | 90 |
| Geoffrey Palmer | Harold Stringer | 93 (deceased) |
| Geoffrey Hutchings | Max Rutherford | 71 (deceased) |
| John Horsley | Father Teasdale | 93 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Hot Metal are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.