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The Gravy Train

8.319901 seasonTV SeriesComedy

A four-part comedy about bureaucratic bribery and corruption in the European Union.

DirectorDavid Tucker
WriterMalcolm Bradbury
ProducersVictor Glynn·Philip Hinchcliffe

Where to watch

Channel 4Channel 4
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Jun 27, 1990
E2
Episode 2
Jul 4, 1990
E3
Episode 3
Jul 11, 1990
E4
Episode 4
Jul 18, 1990

Cast · Directed by David Tucker

CWChristoph Waltz
Christoph Waltz
Dr. Hans-Joachim Dorfmann
IRIan Richardson
Ian Richardson
Michael Spearpoint
ASAlexei Sayle
Alexei Sayle
Vlad Milcic
ASAlmanta Suska
Almanta Suska
Nadine
JSJacques Sereys
Jacques Sereys
Villeneuve
JPJudy Parfitt
Judy Parfitt
Hilda
RDRon Donachie
Ron Donachie
Hatted Man
JCJim Carter
Jim Carter
Personip
SGStephen Greif
Stephen Greif
Rudolph
AMAmanda Mealing
Amanda Mealing
Delise
JMJoseph Mydell
Joseph Mydell
Duke

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The Gravy Train — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Gravy Train?

The Gravy Train is streaming on Channel 4 in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Gravy Train on Netflix?

No, The Gravy Train is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Channel 4.

Is The Gravy Train on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Gravy Train isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Channel 4 instead.

Where can I watch The Gravy Train for free?

The Gravy Train is available to stream free (with ads) on Channel 4 in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in The Gravy Train?

The Gravy Train has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 1990.

Are all episodes of The Gravy Train out yet?

Yes — all 4 episodes across 1 season of The Gravy Train are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Gravy Train?

No — The Gravy Train ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.