Arrested Development Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2003 · FOX, Netflix · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Arrested Development
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Arrested Development have?
Arrested Development has 5 seasons and 84 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on November 2, 2003 to March 15, 2019.
Is Arrested Development renewed, ended, or canceled?
Arrested Development has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Arrested Development?
It takes 54h 36m (3276 minutes) to watch the complete run of Arrested Development. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 28 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 54.6 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 28 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Arrested Development?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 10 ("Pier Pressure"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.7/10 based on 30 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Arrested Development?
Arrested Development is available for streaming on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Arrested Development?
Arrested Development has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in Arrested Development?
The primary ensemble cast includes Jason Bateman as Michael Bluth (age 57), Portia De Rossi as Lindsay Bluth Fünke (age 53), Will Arnett as Gob Bluth (age 56), Michael Cera as George Michael Bluth (age 38).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Jason Bateman | Michael Bluth | 57 |
| Portia De Rossi | Lindsay Bluth Fünke | 53 |
| Will Arnett | Gob Bluth | 56 |
| Michael Cera | George Michael Bluth | 38 |
| Alia Shawkat | Maeby Fünke | 37 |
| Tony Hale | Byron 'Buster' Bluth | 55 |
| David Cross | Tobias Fünke | 62 |
| Jeffrey Tambor | George Bluth Sr. | 82 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Arrested Development are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.