Lovejoy Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1986 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Lovejoy
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Lovejoy have?
Lovejoy has 6 seasons and 73 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 10, 1986 to December 4, 1994.
Is Lovejoy renewed, ended, or canceled?
Lovejoy has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Lovejoy?
It takes 52h 40m (3160 minutes) to watch the complete run of Lovejoy. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 27 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 52.7 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 27 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Lovejoy?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 5 ("The Judas Pair"), which holds an outstanding rating of 10/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Lovejoy?
Lovejoy is available for streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel, PBS, BritBox, PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel, BritBox Amazon Channel, Spectrum On Demand, Thirteen, WETA+. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Lovejoy?
Lovejoy has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Lovejoy?
The primary ensemble cast includes Ian McShane as Lovejoy (age 83), Dudley Sutton as Tinker Dill (age 85 (deceased)), Chris Jury as Eric Catchpole (age 69), Phyllis Logan as Lady Jane Felsham (age 70).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Ian McShane | Lovejoy | 83 |
| Dudley Sutton | Tinker Dill | 85 (deceased) |
| Chris Jury | Eric Catchpole | 69 |
| Phyllis Logan | Lady Jane Felsham | 70 |
| Malcolm Tierney | Charlie Gimbert | 75 (deceased) |
| Caroline Langrishe | Charlotte Cavendish | 68 |
| Diane Parish | Beth Taylor | 56 |
| Pavel Douglas | Lord Alexander Felsham | 75 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Lovejoy are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 26, 2026.