New Tricks Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2004 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About New Tricks
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does New Tricks have?
New Tricks has 12 seasons and 107 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 1, 2004 to October 6, 2015.
Is New Tricks renewed, ended, or canceled?
New Tricks has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch New Tricks?
It takes 39h 30m (2370 minutes) to watch the complete run of New Tricks. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 20 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 39.5 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 20 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of New Tricks?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 4 ("1984"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch New Tricks?
New Tricks is available for streaming on Hulu, Peacock Premium, Britbox Apple TV Channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Peacock Premium Plus, Wonder Project Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for New Tricks?
New Tricks has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in New Tricks?
The primary ensemble cast includes Dennis Waterman as Gerry Standing (age 74 (deceased)), Amanda Redman as Sandra Pullman (age 69), James Bolam as Jack Halford (age 91), Alun Armstrong as Brian Lane (age 80).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Dennis Waterman | Gerry Standing | 74 (deceased) |
| Amanda Redman | Sandra Pullman | 69 |
| James Bolam | Jack Halford | 91 |
| Alun Armstrong | Brian Lane | 80 |
| Tamzin Outhwaite | Sasha Miller | 55 |
| Denis Lawson | Steve McAndrew | 78 |
| Anthony Calf | Robert Strickland | 67 |
| Susan Jameson | Esther Lane | 85 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for New Tricks are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.