Beauty and the Beast Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1987 · CBS · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Beauty and the Beast
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Beauty and the Beast have?
Beauty and the Beast has 3 seasons and 56 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 25, 1987.
Is Beauty and the Beast renewed, ended, or canceled?
Beauty and the Beast has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Beauty and the Beast?
It takes 43h 52m (2632 minutes) to watch the complete run of Beauty and the Beast. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 22 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 43.9 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 22 days.
Where can you stream or watch Beauty and the Beast?
Beauty and the Beast 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 Beauty and the Beast?
Beauty and the Beast has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Beauty and the Beast?
The primary ensemble cast includes Ron Perlman as Vincent (age 76), Roy Dotrice as Jacob 'Father' Wells (age 94 (deceased)), Jay Acovone as Joe Maxwell (age 71), Linda Hamilton as Catherine Chandler (age 69).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Ron Perlman | Vincent | 76 |
| Roy Dotrice | Jacob 'Father' Wells | 94 (deceased) |
| Jay Acovone | Joe Maxwell | 71 |
| Linda Hamilton | Catherine Chandler | 69 |
| Ren Woods | Edie | 68 |
| David Greenlee | Mouse | 66 |
| Ellen Geer | Mary | 85 |
| Armin Shimerman | Pascal | 76 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Beauty and the Beast are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.