Longest-Running West End Shows in London

London's West End is home to some of the longest-running shows in theatrical history. This list shows all currently running West End productions sorted by how long they've been open — from The Mousetrap (running since 1952) to the newest arrivals. Note: opening dates reflect the current production run, so shows that closed and reopened (like Les Misérables) show their most recent opening. For total historical performance counts, these numbers may understate a show's true longevity.

43 shows | Last updated: August 2026