Life on Mars Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2008 · ABC · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Life on Mars
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Life on Mars have?
Life on Mars has 1 season and 17 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 9, 2008 to April 1, 2009.
Is Life on Mars renewed, ended, or canceled?
Life on Mars has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Life on Mars?
It takes 12h 0m (720 minutes) to watch the complete run of Life on Mars. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 6 days. Yes! At 12 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 6 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Life on Mars?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 10 ("Let All the Children Boogie"), which holds an outstanding rating of 6/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Life on Mars?
Life on Mars is available for streaming on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Life on Mars?
Life on Mars has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Life on Mars?
The primary ensemble cast includes Jason O'Mara as Det. Sam Tyler (age 54), Harvey Keitel as Lt. Gene Hunt (age 87), Gretchen Mol as Policewoman Annie Norris (age 53), Michael Imperioli as Det. Ray Carling (age 60).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Jason O'Mara | Det. Sam Tyler | 54 |
| Harvey Keitel | Lt. Gene Hunt | 87 |
| Gretchen Mol | Policewoman Annie Norris | 53 |
| Michael Imperioli | Det. Ray Carling | 60 |
| Jonathan Murphy | Det. Chris Skelton | 45 |
| Greg D'Agostino | Detective | – |
| Chris Miskiewicz | Main Cast | – |
| John Cenatiempo | Sizable Ted | 63 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Life on Mars are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.