The Brokenwood Mysteries Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2014 · TVNZ 1, Prime, Acorn TV · Status: Returning Series · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About The Brokenwood Mysteries
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Brokenwood Mysteries have?
The Brokenwood Mysteries has 12 seasons and 60 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 28, 2014 to May 11, 2026.
Is The Brokenwood Mysteries renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Brokenwood Mysteries is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.
How long does it take to binge watch The Brokenwood Mysteries?
It takes 30h 2m (1802 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Brokenwood Mysteries. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 16 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 30 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 16 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of The Brokenwood Mysteries?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("Blood and Water"), which holds an outstanding rating of 7.7/10 based on 10 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch The Brokenwood Mysteries?
The Brokenwood Mysteries is available for streaming on YouTube TV, Acorn TV, AcornTV Amazon Channel, Spectrum On Demand, Acorn TV Apple TV, Thirteen, WETA+. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Brokenwood Mysteries?
The Brokenwood Mysteries has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in The Brokenwood Mysteries?
The primary ensemble cast includes Neill Rea as DI Mike Shepherd (age 55), Fern Sutherland as DC Kristin Sims (age 38), Cristina Șerban-Ionda as Dr. Gina Kadinsky, Karl Willetts as Frankie "Frodo" Oades.
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Neill Rea | DI Mike Shepherd | 55 |
| Fern Sutherland | DC Kristin Sims | 38 |
| Cristina Șerban-Ionda | Dr. Gina Kadinsky | – |
| Karl Willetts | Frankie "Frodo" Oades | – |
| Nic Sampson | Constable Sam Breen | 39 |
| Pana Hema-Taylor | Jared Morehu | 37 |
| Jarod Rawiri | DC Daniel Chalmers | – |
| Tracy Lee Gray | Trudy Neilson | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Brokenwood Mysteries are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.