War & Peace Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1972 · BBC One · Status: Ended · Rated: NR
Frequently Asked Questions About War & Peace
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does War & Peace have?
War & Peace has 1 season and 20 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 29, 1972.
Is War & Peace renewed, ended, or canceled?
War & Peace has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch War & Peace?
It takes 20h 0m (1200 minutes) to watch the complete run of War & Peace. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 10 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 20-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 10 hours of viewing each day.
Where can you stream or watch War & Peace?
War & Peace 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 War & Peace?
War & Peace has an official content rating of NR.
Who are the lead actors in War & Peace?
The primary ensemble cast includes Anthony Hopkins as Pierre Bezukhov (age 88), Morag Hood as Natasha Rostova (age 83), Alan Dobie as Andrei Bolkonsky (age 94), Rupert Davies as Ilya Rostov (age 60 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Anthony Hopkins | Pierre Bezukhov | 88 |
| Morag Hood | Natasha Rostova | 83 |
| Alan Dobie | Andrei Bolkonsky | 94 |
| Rupert Davies | Ilya Rostov | 60 (deceased) |
| Joanna David | Sofya 'Sonya' Alexandrovna | 79 |
| Faith Brook | Natalie Rostova | 90 (deceased) |
| Angela Down | Maria Bolkonskaya | 80 |
| Sylvester Morand | Nikolai Rostov | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for War & Peace are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.