Shooting Stars Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1993 · BBC Choice, BBC Two · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Shooting Stars
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Shooting Stars have?
Shooting Stars has 8 seasons and 70 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on December 27, 1993 to September 12, 2011.
Is Shooting Stars renewed, ended, or canceled?
Shooting Stars has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Shooting Stars?
It takes 25h 30m (1530 minutes) to watch the complete run of Shooting Stars. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 13 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 25.5 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 13 days.
Where can you stream or watch Shooting Stars?
Shooting Stars 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 Shooting Stars?
Shooting Stars has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Shooting Stars?
The primary ensemble cast includes Bob Mortimer as Self - Presenter (age 67), Ulrika Jonsson as Self- Team Captain (age 59), Vic Reeves as Self - Presenter (age 67), Matt Lucas as George Dawes (age 52).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Bob Mortimer | Self - Presenter | 67 |
| Ulrika Jonsson | Self- Team Captain | 59 |
| Vic Reeves | Self - Presenter | 67 |
| Matt Lucas | George Dawes | 52 |
| Graham Skidmore | Self - Narrator | – |
| Mark Lamarr | Self- Team Captain | 59 |
| Johnny Vegas | Self - Panelist | 56 |
| Jack Dee | Self- Team Captain | 65 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Shooting Stars are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 26, 2026.