Malice Aforethought Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1979 · BBC Two · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Malice Aforethought
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Malice Aforethought have?
Malice Aforethought has 1 season and 4 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on March 15, 1979.
Is Malice Aforethought renewed, ended, or canceled?
Malice Aforethought has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Malice Aforethought?
It takes 3h 40m (220 minutes) to watch the complete run of Malice Aforethought. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 2 days. Yes! At 3.7 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 1.9 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch Malice Aforethought?
Malice Aforethought 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 Malice Aforethought?
Malice Aforethought has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Malice Aforethought?
The primary ensemble cast includes Hywel Bennett as Dr Edmund Bickleigh (age 73 (deceased)), Cheryl Campbell as Madeleine Cranmere (age 77), Belinda Carroll as Ivy Ridgeway, David Ashford as William Chatford (age 84).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Hywel Bennett | Dr Edmund Bickleigh | 73 (deceased) |
| Cheryl Campbell | Madeleine Cranmere | 77 |
| Belinda Carroll | Ivy Ridgeway | – |
| David Ashford | William Chatford | 84 |
| Vivienne Moore | Maid | 76 |
| Christopher Guard | Denny Bourne | 72 |
| Harold Innocent | Reverend Hessary Torr | 58 (deceased) |
| Susan Porrett | Florence | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Malice Aforethought are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.