How many seasons and episodes does Better Things have?

Better Things has 5 seasons and 52 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 8, 2016 to April 25, 2022.

Is Better Things renewed, ended, or canceled?

Better Things has concluded its run and is officially ended.

How long does it take to binge watch Better Things?

It takes 19h 47m (1187 minutes) to watch the complete run of Better Things. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 10 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 19.8-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 9.9 hours of viewing each day.

Where can you stream or watch Better Things?

Better Things is available for streaming on Hulu. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.

What is the official age rating for Better Things?

Better Things 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 Better Things?

The primary ensemble cast includes Pamela Adlon as Sam Fox (age 60), Celia Imrie as Phil (age 74), Mikey Madison as Max (age 27), Hannah Riley as Frankie (age 23).

Binge-Watching Time Guide

How Long Does It Take to Watch Better Things?

2016 · 5 Seasons · 52 Episodes · Total Runtime: 19h 47m (1,187 mins)

Total Watch Time

19h 47m

1,187 minutes of non-stop content across all 52 episodes.

Weekend Binge Verdict

Intense Weekend Marathon

Possible with dedication! Finishing this 19.8-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 9.9 hours of viewing each day.

Average Episode Length

23 mins

Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.

Standard Pace (2 hrs/day)

10 days

Finish by approximately Oct 5, 2026 if starting today.

Viewing Pace & Completion Dates

Estimate when you will complete the series based on your daily viewing commitment starting today (September 25, 2026):

Casual (1 hr/day)

20 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 15, 2026

Recommended Pace

Standard (2 hrs/day)

10 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 5, 2026

Dedicated (4 hrs/day)

5 days

Estimated completion:
Sep 30, 2026

Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)

3 days

Estimated completion:
Sep 28, 2026

Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds

If you listen to commentary or watch at accelerated speeds on streaming apps:

1.00× (Normal): 19h 47m 1.25× Speed: 15h 50m (saves 4h) 1.50× Speed: 13h 11m (saves 6.6h)

Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown

Season	Episodes	Total Runtime	Avg Length	Share of Series
Season 1 Shortest Season	10 episodes	3h 41m (221 mins)	22 mins/ep	18.6%
Season 2	10 episodes	3h 50m (230 mins)	23 mins/ep	19.4%
Season 3 Longest Season	12 episodes	4h 36m (276 mins)	23 mins/ep	23.3%
Season 4	10 episodes	3h 50m (230 mins)	23 mins/ep	19.4%
Season 5	10 episodes	3h 50m (230 mins)	23 mins/ep	19.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching Better Things

Can I binge-watch Better Things in a single weekend?

Possible with dedication! Finishing this 19.8-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 9.9 hours of viewing each day. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; Better Things contains 19h 47m of episodes.

How long does it take to watch all seasons of Better Things at 2 hours a day?

At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 10 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Oct 5, 2026.

Which season of Better Things is the longest?

Season 3 is the longest season with a total runtime of 4h 36m across 12 episodes.

How many total hours and episodes are in Better Things?

The series consists of 52 episodes across 5 seasons, totaling 19h 47m (1,187 minutes) of screen time.