Spyship Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1983 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Spyship
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Spyship have?
Spyship has 1 season and 6 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on November 9, 1983.
Is Spyship renewed, ended, or canceled?
Spyship has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Spyship?
It takes 5h 30m (330 minutes) to watch the complete run of Spyship. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 3 days. Yes! At 5.5 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 2.8 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch Spyship?
Spyship 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 Spyship?
Spyship has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Spyship?
The primary ensemble cast includes David Burke (age 91 (deceased)), Tom Wilkinson as Martin Taylor (age 75 (deceased)), William Fox (age 115), Michael Aldridge as Sir Peter Hillmore (age 73 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| David Burke | Main Cast | 91 (deceased) |
| Tom Wilkinson | Martin Taylor | 75 (deceased) |
| William Fox | Main Cast | 115 |
| Michael Aldridge | Sir Peter Hillmore | 73 (deceased) |
| Christine Hargreaves | Main Cast | 87 |
| Peter Eyre | Francis Main | 84 |
| Lesley Nightingale | Suzy Summerfield | – |
| Paul Geoffrey | Main Cast | 68 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Spyship are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.