American Gothic Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1995 · CBS · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About American Gothic
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does American Gothic have?
American Gothic has 1 season and 18 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 22, 1995 to July 11, 1996.
Is American Gothic renewed, ended, or canceled?
American Gothic has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch American Gothic?
It takes 13h 30m (810 minutes) to watch the complete run of American Gothic. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 7 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 13.5-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 6.8 hours of viewing each day.
Where can you stream or watch American Gothic?
American Gothic is available for streaming on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for American Gothic?
American Gothic has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in American Gothic?
The primary ensemble cast includes Gary Cole as Sheriff Lucas Buck (age 70), Lucas Black as Caleb Temple (age 43), Paige Turco as Gail Emory (age 61), Brenda Bakke as Selena Coombs (age 63).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Cole | Sheriff Lucas Buck | 70 |
| Lucas Black | Caleb Temple | 43 |
| Paige Turco | Gail Emory | 61 |
| Brenda Bakke | Selena Coombs | 63 |
| Sarah Paulson | Merlyn Temple | 51 |
| Nick Searcy | Deputy Ben Healy | 67 |
| Jake Weber | Dr. Matt Crower | 63 |
| John Mese | Dr. Billy Peale | 62 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for American Gothic are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.