The Bay Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2019 · ITV1 · Status: Returning Series · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About The Bay
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Bay have?
The Bay has 6 seasons and 30 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on March 20, 2019 to March 11, 2025.
Is The Bay renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Bay is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.
How long does it take to binge watch The Bay?
It takes 13h 28m (808 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Bay. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 7 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 13.5-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 6.8 hours of viewing each day.
What is the highest-rated episode of The Bay?
The highest-rated episode is Season 2, Episode 2 ("Episode 2"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.7/10 based on 10 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch The Bay?
The Bay is available for streaming on Britbox Apple TV channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Bay?
The Bay has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in The Bay?
The primary ensemble cast includes Daniel Ryan as DI Tony Manning, Erin Shanagher as DS Karen Hobson, Andrew Dowbiggin as DS James Clarke, Marsha Thomason as DS Jenn Townsend (age 50).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Ryan | DI Tony Manning | – |
| Erin Shanagher | DS Karen Hobson | – |
| Andrew Dowbiggin | DS James Clarke | – |
| Marsha Thomason | DS Jenn Townsend | 50 |
| Barry Sloane | Chris Fischer | 45 |
| Georgina Scholes | Erin Fischer | – |
| David Carpenter | Conor Townsend | – |
| Thomas Law | DC Eddie Martin | 33 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Bay are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on November 13, 2026.