Strike Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2017 · BBC One · Status: Returning Series · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Strike
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Strike have?
Strike has 6 seasons and 19 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on August 27, 2017 to December 24, 2024.
Is Strike renewed, ended, or canceled?
Strike is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.
How long does it take to binge watch Strike?
It takes 11h 53m (713 minutes) to watch the complete run of Strike. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 6 days. Yes! At 11.9 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 6 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Strike?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 3 ("Episode 3"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.2/10 based on 13 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Strike?
Strike is available for streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Strike?
Strike 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 Strike?
The primary ensemble cast includes Tom Burke as Cormoran Strike (age 45), Holliday Grainger as Robin Ellacott (age 38), Jack Greenlees as Sam Barclay, Kerr Logan as Matthew Cunliffe.
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Burke | Cormoran Strike | 45 |
| Holliday Grainger | Robin Ellacott | 38 |
| Jack Greenlees | Sam Barclay | – |
| Kerr Logan | Matthew Cunliffe | – |
| Ruth Sheen | Pat Chauncey | 74 |
| Caitlin Innes Edwards | Ilsa Herbert | 37 |
| Sophie Ward | Anna Phipps | 61 |
| Sutara Gayle | Kim Sullivan | 63 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Strike are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.