Taboo Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2017 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Taboo
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Taboo have?
Taboo has 1 season and 8 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 7, 2017 to February 25, 2017.
Is Taboo renewed, ended, or canceled?
Taboo has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Taboo?
It takes 7h 54m (474 minutes) to watch the complete run of Taboo. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 4 days. Yes! At 7.9 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 4 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Taboo?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 8 ("Episode 8"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.9/10 based on 51 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Taboo?
Taboo is available for streaming on fuboTV, Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Taboo?
Taboo 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 Taboo?
The primary ensemble cast includes Tom Hardy as James Keziah Delaney (age 49), David Hayman as Brace (age 78), Jonathan Pryce as Stuart Strange (age 79), Oona Chaplin as Zilpha Geary (age 40).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Hardy | James Keziah Delaney | 49 |
| David Hayman | Brace | 78 |
| Jonathan Pryce | Stuart Strange | 79 |
| Oona Chaplin | Zilpha Geary | 40 |
| Richard Dixon | Pettifer | – |
| Leo Bill | Wilton | 46 |
| Edward Hogg | Michael 'Godders' Godfrey | 47 |
| Jessie Buckley | Lorna Bow | 36 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Taboo are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.