The Great Train Robbery Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2013 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About The Great Train Robbery
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Great Train Robbery have?
The Great Train Robbery has 1 season and 2 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on December 18, 2013 to December 19, 2013.
Is The Great Train Robbery renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Great Train Robbery has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Great Train Robbery?
It takes 2h 58m (178 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Great Train Robbery. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 2 days. Yes! At 3 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 1.5 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of The Great Train Robbery?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 2 ("A Copper's Tale"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8/10 based on 3 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch The Great Train Robbery?
The Great Train Robbery is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Britbox Apple TV channel, BritBox Amazon Channel, Spectrum On Demand, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Great Train Robbery?
The Great Train Robbery has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in The Great Train Robbery?
The primary ensemble cast includes Jim Broadbent as DCS Tommy Butler (age 77), Luke Evans as Bruce Reynolds (age 47), Jack Roth as Charlie Wilson (age 42), Robert Glenister as DI Frank Williams (age 66).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Broadbent | DCS Tommy Butler | 77 |
| Luke Evans | Bruce Reynolds | 47 |
| Jack Roth | Charlie Wilson | 42 |
| Robert Glenister | DI Frank Williams | 66 |
| Paul Anderson | Gordon Goody | 48 |
| Neil Maskell | Buster Edwards | 50 |
| Martin Compston | Roy James | 42 |
| Nicholas Murchie | Roger Corderey | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Great Train Robbery are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 30, 2026.