Vigil Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2021 · BBC One · Status: Returning Series · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Vigil
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Vigil have?
Vigil has 2 seasons and 12 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on August 29, 2021 to December 19, 2023.
Is Vigil renewed, ended, or canceled?
Vigil is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.
How long does it take to binge watch Vigil?
It takes 11h 36m (696 minutes) to watch the complete run of Vigil. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 6 days. Yes! At 11.6 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 5.8 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Vigil?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("Episode 1"), which holds an outstanding rating of 6.7/10 based on 14 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Vigil?
Vigil is available for streaming on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Vigil?
Vigil 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 Vigil?
The primary ensemble cast includes Suranne Jones as DCI Amy Silva (age 48), Rose Leslie as DS Kirsten Longacre (age 39), Gary Lewis as DSU Colin Robertson (age 67), Shaun Evans as Elliot Glover (age 46).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Suranne Jones | DCI Amy Silva | 48 |
| Rose Leslie | DS Kirsten Longacre | 39 |
| Gary Lewis | DSU Colin Robertson | 67 |
| Shaun Evans | Elliot Glover | 46 |
| Romola Garai | Eliza Russell | 44 |
| Anjli Mohindra | Tiffany Docherty | 36 |
| Martin Compston | Craig Burke | 42 |
| Paterson Joseph | Commander Newsome | 62 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Vigil are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.