A Year in the Life Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1987 · NBC · Status: Ended · Rated: NR
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 22 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 16, 1987.
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 22h 0m (1320 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 11 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 22 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 11 days.
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 NR.
Who are the lead actors in A Year in the Life?
The primary ensemble cast includes Richard Kiley as Joe Gardner (age 76 (deceased)), Trey Ames as David Sisk, Adam Arkin as Jim Eisenberg (age 70), Jayne Atkinson as Lindley Gardner Eisenberg (age 67).
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) |
| Trey Ames | David Sisk | – |
| Adam Arkin | Jim Eisenberg | 70 |
| Jayne Atkinson | Lindley Gardner Eisenberg | 67 |
| David Oliver | Sam Gardner | 30 (deceased) |
| Sarah Jessica Parker | Kay Erickson | 61 |
| Amanda Peterson | Sunny Sisk | 43 (deceased) |
| Wendy Phillips | Anne Gardner Maxwell | 74 |
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 25, 2026.