Small Axe Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2020 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Small Axe
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Small Axe have?
Small Axe has 1 season and 5 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on November 15, 2020 to December 13, 2020.
Is Small Axe renewed, ended, or canceled?
Small Axe has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Small Axe?
It takes 6h 46m (406 minutes) to watch the complete run of Small Axe. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 4 days. Yes! At 6.8 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 3.4 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Small Axe?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("Mangrove"), which holds an outstanding rating of 7.3/10 based on 50 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Small Axe?
Small Axe is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Small Axe?
Small Axe has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in Small Axe?
The primary ensemble cast includes Letitia Wright as Altheia Jones (age 32), Shaun Parkes as Frank Crichlow (age 53), Malachi Kirby as Darcus Howe (age 37), Rochenda Sandall as Barbara Beese.
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Letitia Wright | Altheia Jones | 32 |
| Shaun Parkes | Frank Crichlow | 53 |
| Malachi Kirby | Darcus Howe | 37 |
| Rochenda Sandall | Barbara Beese | – |
| Jack Lowden | Ian MacDonald | 36 |
| Sam Spruell | PC Pulley | 49 |
| Gershwyn Eustache Jnr | Eddie LeCointe Jnr | 42 |
| Nathaniel Martello-White | Rhodan Gordan | 43 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Small Axe are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on October 17, 2026.