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E1The Police
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E2The Debtors
E3The Brothel
E4The Paintings
E5The Love
E6The Red King
Cast · Directed by Ben Gosling Fuller
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Ideal — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Ideal?
Ideal is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.
Is Ideal on Netflix?
No, Ideal is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of August 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.
Is Ideal on Amazon Prime Video?
Ideal isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
Where can I watch Ideal for free?
Ideal is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.
How many seasons are in Ideal?
Ideal has 7 seasons in total (52 episodes). The series concluded in 2011.
Are all episodes of Ideal out yet?
Yes — all 52 episodes across 7 seasons of Ideal are out and available to stream.
Is there a Season 8 of Ideal?
No — Ideal ended after 7 seasons, so there is no Season 8.