Top Gear Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2002 · BBC One, BBC Two · Status: Returning Series · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Top Gear
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Top Gear have?
Top Gear has 33 seasons and 218 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 20, 2002 to December 18, 2022.
Is Top Gear renewed, ended, or canceled?
Top Gear is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.
How long does it take to binge watch Top Gear?
It takes 209h 50m (12590 minutes) to watch the complete run of Top Gear. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 105 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 209.8 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 105 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Top Gear?
The highest-rated episode is Season 28, Episode 1 ("Episode 1"), which holds an outstanding rating of 9/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Top Gear?
Top Gear is available for streaming on Peacock Premium, Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel, Peacock Premium Plus, Xive TV Documentaries Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Top Gear?
Top Gear has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Top Gear?
The primary ensemble cast includes Jeremy Clarkson as Self - Host (age 66), Richard Hammond as Self - Host (age 56), James May as Self - Host (age 63), Ben Collins as The Stig (age 51).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Jeremy Clarkson | Self - Host | 66 |
| Richard Hammond | Self - Host | 56 |
| James May | Self - Host | 63 |
| Ben Collins | The Stig | 51 |
| Chris Harris | Self - Host | 51 |
| Paddy McGuinness | Self - Host | 53 |
| Andrew Flintoff | Self - Host | 48 |
| Sabine Schmitz | Self - Host | 57 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Top Gear are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.