Trial & Retribution Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1997 · ITV1 · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Trial & Retribution
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Trial & Retribution have?
Trial & Retribution has 12 seasons and 44 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 19, 1997 to February 13, 2009.
Is Trial & Retribution renewed, ended, or canceled?
Trial & Retribution has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Trial & Retribution?
It takes 11h 22m (682 minutes) to watch the complete run of Trial & Retribution. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 6 days. Yes! At 11.4 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 5.7 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Trial & Retribution?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("Trial & Retribution I (Part 1)"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Trial & Retribution?
Trial & Retribution 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 Trial & Retribution?
Trial & Retribution has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Trial & Retribution?
The primary ensemble cast includes David Hayman as Michael Walker (age 78), Dorian Lough as David Satchell (age 60), Victoria Smurfit as Roisin Connor (age 52), Kate Buffery as Pat North (age 69).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| David Hayman | Michael Walker | 78 |
| Dorian Lough | David Satchell | 60 |
| Victoria Smurfit | Roisin Connor | 52 |
| Kate Buffery | Pat North | 69 |
| Vince Leigh | Sam Palmer | 57 |
| Gemma Jones | Dr Jean Mullins | 83 |
| Richard Durden | Dr John Foster | 82 |
| George Pensotti | Judge Geoffrey Winfield | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Trial & Retribution are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.