Wallander Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2008 · BBC One, PBS · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Wallander
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Wallander have?
Wallander has 4 seasons and 12 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on November 30, 2008 to May 22, 2016.
Is Wallander renewed, ended, or canceled?
Wallander has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Wallander?
It takes 17h 48m (1068 minutes) to watch the complete run of Wallander. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 9 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 17.8-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 8.9 hours of viewing each day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Wallander?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 2 ("Firewall"), which holds an outstanding rating of 7.5/10 based on 12 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Wallander?
Wallander is available for streaming on Peacock Premium, Britbox Apple TV Channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Wallander?
Wallander has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Wallander?
The primary ensemble cast includes Kenneth Branagh as Kurt Wallander (age 65), Richard McCabe as Nyberg (age 66), Jeany Spark as Linda Wallander (age 43), Sarah Smart as Anne-Britt Hoglund (age 49).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Branagh | Kurt Wallander | 65 |
| Richard McCabe | Nyberg | 66 |
| Jeany Spark | Linda Wallander | 43 |
| Sarah Smart | Anne-Britt Hoglund | 49 |
| Sadie Shimmin | Lisa Holgersson | – |
| Tom Hiddleston | Magnus Martinsson | 45 |
| David Warner | Povel Wallander | 80 (deceased) |
| Barnaby Kay | Lennart Mattson | 57 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Wallander are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.