Scott & Bailey Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2011 · ITV1, STV · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About Scott & Bailey
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Scott & Bailey have?
Scott & Bailey has 5 seasons and 33 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on May 29, 2011 to April 27, 2016.
Is Scott & Bailey renewed, ended, or canceled?
Scott & Bailey has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Scott & Bailey?
It takes 4h 30m (270 minutes) to watch the complete run of Scott & Bailey. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 3 days. Yes! At 4.5 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 2.3 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Scott & Bailey?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 5 ("Faultlines"), which holds an outstanding rating of 7.4/10 based on 5 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Scott & Bailey?
Scott & Bailey is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Britbox Apple TV channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Scott & Bailey?
Scott & Bailey has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in Scott & Bailey?
The primary ensemble cast includes Lesley Sharp as DC Janet Scott (age 66), Suranne Jones as DC/Sgt. Rachel Bailey (age 48), Sally Lindsay as Alison Bailey (age 53), Delroy Brown as DC Lee Broadhurst.
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Lesley Sharp | DC Janet Scott | 66 |
| Suranne Jones | DC/Sgt. Rachel Bailey | 48 |
| Sally Lindsay | Alison Bailey | 53 |
| Delroy Brown | DC Lee Broadhurst | – |
| Tony Mooney | DC Pete Readyough | 61 |
| David Prosho | DC Ian Mitchell | – |
| Amelia Bullmore | DCI Gill Murray | 62 |
| Danny Miller | Sgt. Rob Waddington | 35 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Scott & Bailey are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on October 2, 2026.