The Sweeney Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1975 · ITV1 · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About The Sweeney
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Sweeney have?
The Sweeney has 4 seasons and 53 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 2, 1975 to December 28, 1978.
Is The Sweeney renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Sweeney has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Sweeney?
It takes 53h 0m (3180 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Sweeney. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 27 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 53 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 27 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of The Sweeney?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 10 ("Stoppo Driver"), which holds an outstanding rating of 9/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch The Sweeney?
The Sweeney 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 Sweeney?
The Sweeney has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in The Sweeney?
The primary ensemble cast includes John Thaw as Det. Insp. Jack Regan (age 60 (deceased)), Dennis Waterman as Det. Sgt. George Carter (age 74 (deceased)), Garfield Morgan as Det. Chief Insp. Frank Haskins (age 78 (deceased)), John Alkin as DS Tom Daniels (age 79).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| John Thaw | Det. Insp. Jack Regan | 60 (deceased) |
| Dennis Waterman | Det. Sgt. George Carter | 74 (deceased) |
| Garfield Morgan | Det. Chief Insp. Frank Haskins | 78 (deceased) |
| John Alkin | DS Tom Daniels | 79 |
| Martyn Read | DC Jimmy Thorpe | 77 (deceased) |
| Morris Perry | Det. Chief Supt. Maynon | 101 |
| John Flanagan | DS Matt Mathews | 79 |
| Jennifer Thanisch | Susie Regan | 62 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Sweeney are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.