The Ruth Rendell Mysteries Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1987 · ITV1 · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About The Ruth Rendell Mysteries
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Ruth Rendell Mysteries have?
The Ruth Rendell Mysteries has 12 seasons and 79 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on August 2, 1987 to October 11, 2000.
Is The Ruth Rendell Mysteries renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Ruth Rendell Mysteries has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Ruth Rendell Mysteries?
It takes 35h 0m (2100 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Ruth Rendell Mysteries. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 18 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 35 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 18 days.
Where can you stream or watch The Ruth Rendell Mysteries?
The Ruth Rendell Mysteries is available for streaming on Britbox Apple TV Channel, PBS, BritBox, PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel, BritBox Amazon Channel, Thirteen, WETA+. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Ruth Rendell Mysteries?
The Ruth Rendell Mysteries has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in The Ruth Rendell Mysteries?
The primary ensemble cast includes George Baker as Det. Chief Insp. Reg Wexford (age 80 (deceased)), Christopher Ravenscroft as Det. Insp. Burden (age 80), Louie Ramsay as Dora Wexford, Diane Keen as Jenny Burden (age 80).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| George Baker | Det. Chief Insp. Reg Wexford | 80 (deceased) |
| Christopher Ravenscroft | Det. Insp. Burden | 80 |
| Louie Ramsay | Dora Wexford | – |
| Diane Keen | Jenny Burden | 80 |
| Ken Kitson | Det. Sgt. Martin | 80 |
| John Burgess | Dr. Len Crocker | 93 |
| Noah Huntley | John Burden | 52 |
| Deborah Poplett | Sheila Wexford | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Ruth Rendell Mysteries are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 26, 2026.