How many seasons and episodes does Cardinal have?

Cardinal has 4 seasons and 24 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 25, 2017 to May 11, 2020.

Is Cardinal renewed, ended, or canceled?

Cardinal has concluded its run and is officially ended.

How long does it take to binge watch Cardinal?

It takes 17h 12m (1032 minutes) to watch the complete run of Cardinal. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 9 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 17.2-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 8.6 hours of viewing each day.

Where can you stream or watch Cardinal?

Cardinal 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 Cardinal?

Cardinal 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 Cardinal?

The primary ensemble cast includes Billy Campbell as John Cardinal (age 67), Karine Vanasse as Lise Delorme (age 42), Kristen Thomson as Noelle Dyson (age 60), Deborah Hay as Catherine Cardinal.

Binge-Watching Time Guide

How Long Does It Take to Watch Cardinal?

2017 · 4 Seasons · 24 Episodes · Total Runtime: 17h 12m (1,032 mins)

Total Watch Time

17h 12m

1,032 minutes of non-stop content across all 24 episodes.

Weekend Binge Verdict

Intense Weekend Marathon

Possible with dedication! Finishing this 17.2-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 8.6 hours of viewing each day.

Average Episode Length

43 mins

Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.

Standard Pace (2 hrs/day)

9 days

Finish by approximately Oct 4, 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)

18 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 13, 2026

Recommended Pace

Standard (2 hrs/day)

9 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 4, 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): 17h 12m 1.25× Speed: 13h 46m (saves 3.4h) 1.50× Speed: 11h 28m (saves 5.7h)

Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown

Season	Episodes	Total Runtime	Avg Length	Share of Series
Season 1 Longest Season	6 episodes	4h 18m (258 mins)	43 mins/ep	25%
Season 2	6 episodes	4h 18m (258 mins)	43 mins/ep	25%
Season 3	6 episodes	4h 18m (258 mins)	43 mins/ep	25%
Season 4 Shortest Season	6 episodes	4h 18m (258 mins)	43 mins/ep	25%

Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching Cardinal

Can I binge-watch Cardinal in a single weekend?

Possible with dedication! Finishing this 17.2-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 8.6 hours of viewing each day. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; Cardinal contains 17h 12m of episodes.

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

At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 9 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Oct 4, 2026.

Which season of Cardinal is the longest?

Season 1 is the longest season with a total runtime of 4h 18m across 6 episodes.

How many total hours and episodes are in Cardinal?

The series consists of 24 episodes across 4 seasons, totaling 17h 12m (1,032 minutes) of screen time.