Miss Marple: The Body in the Library Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1984 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Miss Marple: The Body in the Library
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Miss Marple: The Body in the Library have?
Miss Marple: The Body in the Library has 1 season and 3 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on December 26, 1984.
Is Miss Marple: The Body in the Library renewed, ended, or canceled?
Miss Marple: The Body in the Library has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Miss Marple: The Body in the Library?
It takes 2h 36m (156 minutes) to watch the complete run of Miss Marple: The Body in the Library. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 2 days. Yes! At 2.6 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 1.3 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch Miss Marple: The Body in the Library?
Miss Marple: The Body in the Library 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 Miss Marple: The Body in the Library?
Miss Marple: The Body in the Library has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Miss Marple: The Body in the Library?
The primary ensemble cast includes Joan Hickson as Miss Marple (age 92 (deceased)), Gwen Watford as Dolly Bantry (age 66 (deceased)), Andrew Cruickshank as Conway Jefferson (age 80 (deceased)), Frederick Jaeger as Colonel Melchett (age 76 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Joan Hickson | Miss Marple | 92 (deceased) |
| Gwen Watford | Dolly Bantry | 66 (deceased) |
| Andrew Cruickshank | Conway Jefferson | 80 (deceased) |
| Frederick Jaeger | Colonel Melchett | 76 (deceased) |
| David Horovitch | Detective Inspector Slack | 81 |
| Ciaran Madden | Adelaide Jefferson | 80 |
| Anthony Smee | Basil Blake | 76 |
| Jess Conrad | Raymond Starr | 90 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Miss Marple: The Body in the Library are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 26, 2026.