Bonanza Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1959 · NBC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Bonanza
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Bonanza have?
Bonanza has 14 seasons and 431 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 12, 1959 to January 16, 1973.
Is Bonanza renewed, ended, or canceled?
Bonanza has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Bonanza?
It takes 137h 12m (8232 minutes) to watch the complete run of Bonanza. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 69 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 137.2 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 69 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Bonanza?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("A Rose for Lotta"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Bonanza?
Bonanza is available for streaming on fuboTV, Philo, Pure Flix, FlixFling, Best Westerns Ever Amazon Channel, Great American Pure Flix Amazon Channel, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, Cineverse Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Bonanza?
Bonanza has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Bonanza?
The primary ensemble cast includes Lorne Greene as Ben Cartwright (age 72 (deceased)), Michael Landon as Joe Cartwright (age 54 (deceased)), Dan Blocker as Hoss Cartwright (age 43 (deceased)), Pernell Roberts as Adam Cartwright (age 81 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Lorne Greene | Ben Cartwright | 72 (deceased) |
| Michael Landon | Joe Cartwright | 54 (deceased) |
| Dan Blocker | Hoss Cartwright | 43 (deceased) |
| Pernell Roberts | Adam Cartwright | 81 (deceased) |
| Victor Sen Yung | Hop Sing | 65 (deceased) |
| Ray Teal | Roy Coffee | 74 (deceased) |
| Mitch Vogel | Jamie Hunter Cartwright | 70 |
| Jack Gordon | Townsman (uncredited) | 69 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Bonanza are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.