Rumpole of the Bailey Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1975 · ITV1 · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Rumpole of the Bailey
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Rumpole of the Bailey have?
Rumpole of the Bailey has 7 seasons and 42 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on December 17, 1975 to December 3, 1992.
Is Rumpole of the Bailey renewed, ended, or canceled?
Rumpole of the Bailey has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Rumpole of the Bailey?
It takes 30h 0m (1800 minutes) to watch the complete run of Rumpole of the Bailey. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 15 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 30 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 15 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Rumpole of the Bailey?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 5 ("Rumpole and the Learned Friends"), which holds an outstanding rating of 9/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Rumpole of the Bailey?
Rumpole of the Bailey is available for streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel, PBS, BritBox, PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel, BritBox Amazon Channel, Thirteen, WETA+. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Rumpole of the Bailey?
Rumpole of the Bailey has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Rumpole of the Bailey?
The primary ensemble cast includes Leo McKern as Horace Rumpole (age 82 (deceased)), Jonathan Coy as Henry (age 73), Julian Curry as Claude Erskine-Brown (age 82 (deceased)), Richard Murdoch as Uncle Tom (age 83 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Leo McKern | Horace Rumpole | 82 (deceased) |
| Jonathan Coy | Henry | 73 |
| Julian Curry | Claude Erskine-Brown | 82 (deceased) |
| Richard Murdoch | Uncle Tom | 83 (deceased) |
| Patricia Hodge | Phyllida Trant | 79 |
| Peter Blythe | Samuel Ballard, Q.C. | 69 (deceased) |
| Marion Mathie | Hilda Rumpole | 86 (deceased) |
| Maureen Darbyshire | Dianne | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Rumpole of the Bailey are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.