Red Dwarf
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Series Overview
The adventures of the last human alive and his friends, stranded three million years into deep space on the mining ship Red Dwarf.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
12 Seasons • 73 Episodes
30 min per episode
1988 – 2017
Premiered: Mon, Feb 15, 1988
Doug NaylorLatest Aired Episode
Season 12, Episode 6: “Skipper”
With the aid of a Quantum Skipper, Rimmer leaves the Red Dwarf to travel the multiverse in search of a dimension where he isn't such a loser.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Dog Food - Red Dwarf Clip
Type: Clip • Published 2020-07-19
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Doug Naylor, Rob Grant
Andrew Ellard
Howard Goodall
Kerry Waddell, Richard Naylor, Henry Normal, Doug Naylor
Department Leadership Roster
Keith Dunne
Production Design
Kerry Waddell
Producer
Richard Naylor
Producer
Howard Burden
Costume Design
Howard Goodall
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Red Dwarf
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What is Red Dwarf about?
The adventures of the last human alive and his friends, stranded three million years into deep space on the mining ship Red Dwarf.
How many seasons does Red Dwarf have?
Red Dwarf comprises 12 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Red Dwarf?
Key cast members in Red Dwarf include Craig Charles, Chris Barrie, Danny John-Jules, Robert Llewellyn.
Who created or directed Red Dwarf?
Red Dwarf was developed and directed by Doug Naylor, Rob Grant.