Inspector Morse Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1987 · ITV1 · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About Inspector Morse
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Inspector Morse have?
Inspector Morse has 7 seasons and 28 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 6, 1987 to January 20, 1993.
Is Inspector Morse renewed, ended, or canceled?
Inspector Morse has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Inspector Morse?
It takes 33h 20m (2000 minutes) to watch the complete run of Inspector Morse. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 17 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 33.3 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 17 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Inspector Morse?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 2 ("The Silent World of Nicholas Quinn"), which holds an outstanding rating of 7.8/10 based on 9 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Inspector Morse?
Inspector Morse is available for streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Inspector Morse?
Inspector Morse has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in Inspector Morse?
The primary ensemble cast includes John Thaw as Chief Inspector Morse (age 60 (deceased)), Kevin Whately as Detective Sergeant Lewis (age 75), Peter Woodthorpe as Dr. Max DeBryn (age 72 (deceased)), James Grout as Chief Superintendent Strange (age 84 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| John Thaw | Chief Inspector Morse | 60 (deceased) |
| Kevin Whately | Detective Sergeant Lewis | 75 |
| Peter Woodthorpe | Dr. Max DeBryn | 72 (deceased) |
| James Grout | Chief Superintendent Strange | 84 (deceased) |
| Maureen Bennett | Val Lewis | – |
| Amanda Hillwood | Dr. Grayling Russell | 69 |
| Andrew Ray | Alfred Rydale | 64 (deceased) |
| Norman Jones | Chief Inspector Bell | 80 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Inspector Morse are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.