The Widow Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2019 · ITV1, Prime Video · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About The Widow
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Widow have?
The Widow has 1 season and 8 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on February 28, 2019.
Is The Widow renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Widow has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Widow?
It takes 6h 40m (400 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Widow. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 4 days. Yes! At 6.7 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 3.4 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch The Widow?
The Widow 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 Widow?
The Widow 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 Widow?
The primary ensemble cast includes Kate Beckinsale as Georgia Wells (age 53), Matthew Le Nevez as Will Mason (age 47), Alex Kingston as Judith Gray (age 63), Charles Dance as Martin Benson (age 79).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Kate Beckinsale | Georgia Wells | 53 |
| Matthew Le Nevez | Will Mason | 47 |
| Alex Kingston | Judith Gray | 63 |
| Charles Dance | Martin Benson | 79 |
| Bart Fouche | Pieter Bello | – |
| Ólafur Darri Ólafsson | Ariel Helgason | 53 |
| Shalom Nyandiko | Adidja | – |
| Babs Olusanmokun | General Azikiwe | 42 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Widow are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.