A Year in the Life Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1986 · NBC · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About A Year in the Life
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does A Year in the Life have?
A Year in the Life has 1 season and 3 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on December 15, 1986.
Is A Year in the Life renewed, ended, or canceled?
A Year in the Life has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch A Year in the Life?
It takes 6h 0m (360 minutes) to watch the complete run of A Year in the Life. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 3 days. Yes! At 6 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 3 hours per day.
Where can you stream or watch A Year in the Life?
A Year in the Life is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for A Year in the Life?
A Year in the Life has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in A Year in the Life?
The primary ensemble cast includes Richard Kiley as Joe Gardner (age 76 (deceased)), Eva Marie Saint as Ruth Gardner (age 102), Adam Arkin as Jim Eisenberg (age 70), Sarah Jessica Parker as Kay Erickson (age 61).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Kiley | Joe Gardner | 76 (deceased) |
| Eva Marie Saint | Ruth Gardner | 102 |
| Adam Arkin | Jim Eisenberg | 70 |
| Sarah Jessica Parker | Kay Erickson | 61 |
| Amanda Peterson | Sunny Silk | 43 (deceased) |
| Wendy Phillips | Anne Gardner Maxwell | 74 |
| Trey Ames | David Sisk | – |
| Jayne Atkinson | Lindley Gardner Eisenberg | 67 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for A Year in the Life are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 26, 2026.