

Tipping the Velvet
A tempestuous tale of love and life as a naïve girl discovers both romance and pain in the hidden, decadent world of bohemian London in the 1890s. Nan Astley embarks on a voyage of emotional and sexual discovery with Kitty Butler, a music hall male impersonator.
Where to watch Tipping the Velvet in India
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Where is Tipping the Velvet streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, Britbox Apple TV channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel | — |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | BritBox Amazon Channel, BritBox, Britbox Apple TV channel, Tubi TV | — |
About Tipping the Velvet
Tipping the Velvet is a 2002 English-language drama series created by Andrew Davies. The cast is led by Rachael Stirling, Keeley Hawes. It spans 1 season and 3 episodes and has concluded.
It was first aired on December 9, 2002, and carries a 15 certification.
- Created by
- Andrew Davies
- Writers
- Andrew Davies
- First aired
- December 9, 2002
- Last aired
- December 23, 2002
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- 15
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 (3 episodes)
- Network
- BBC Two
Tipping the Velvet cast & crew
Tipping the Velvet was created by Andrew Davies and written by Andrew Davies.
The cast features Rachael Stirling as Nan Astley and Keeley Hawes as Kitty Butler.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Adrian Johnston and it was produced by Sally Head and Gareth Neame.
Is Tipping the Velvet worth watching?
With 1 season and 3 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.
If you enjoy drama, Tipping the Velvet is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Tipping the Velvet
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Cast of Tipping the Velvet

Rachael Stirling
Nan Astley

Keeley Hawes
Kitty Butler
Tipping the Velvet — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Tipping the Velvet in India?
Tipping the Velvet is not currently available on major streaming services in India. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸Where can I watch Tipping the Velvet in the US?
In the US, Tipping the Velvet is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Britbox Apple TV channel, and BritBox.
▸Where can I watch Tipping the Velvet in the UK?
Tipping the Velvet isn't on subscription streaming in the UK, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.
▸What language is Tipping the Velvet in?
Tipping the Velvet is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Tipping the Velvet are there?
Tipping the Velvet has 1 season with 3 episodes in total.
▸What is Tipping the Velvet rated?
Tipping the Velvet is rated 15. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 47 ratings.











