The Serpent Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2021 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About The Serpent
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Serpent have?
The Serpent has 1 season and 8 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 1, 2021.
Is The Serpent renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Serpent has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Serpent?
It takes 6h 0m (360 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Serpent. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 3 days. Yes! At 6 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 3 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch The Serpent?
The Serpent is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Serpent?
The Serpent 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 The Serpent?
The primary ensemble cast includes Tahar Rahim as Charles Sobhraj (age 45), Jenna Coleman as Marie-Andrée Leclerc (age 40), Billy Howle as Herman Knippenberg (age 36), Ellie Bamber as Angela Knippenberg (age 29).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Tahar Rahim | Charles Sobhraj | 45 |
| Jenna Coleman | Marie-Andrée Leclerc | 40 |
| Billy Howle | Herman Knippenberg | 36 |
| Ellie Bamber | Angela Knippenberg | 29 |
| Mathilde Warnier | Nadine Gires | 34 |
| Grégoire Isvarine | Rémi Gires | 37 |
| Tim McInnerny | Paul Siemons | 70 |
| Amesh Edireweera | Ajay Chowdhury | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Serpent are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.