Dark Shadows Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1966 · ABC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Dark Shadows
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Dark Shadows have?
Dark Shadows has 12 seasons and 1225 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on June 27, 1966 to April 2, 1971.
Is Dark Shadows renewed, ended, or canceled?
Dark Shadows has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Dark Shadows?
It takes 453h 44m (27224 minutes) to watch the complete run of Dark Shadows. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 227 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 453.7 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 227 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Dark Shadows?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 50 ("DS-50"), which holds an outstanding rating of 9/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Dark Shadows?
Dark Shadows is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Dark Shadows?
Dark Shadows has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Dark Shadows?
The primary ensemble cast includes Nancy Barrett as Carolyn Stoddard (age 82), Joan Bennett as Elizabeth Collins Stoddard / Naomi Collins (age 80 (deceased)), David Henesy as David Collins (age 69), Kathryn Leigh Scott as Maggie Evans (age 83).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Nancy Barrett | Carolyn Stoddard | 82 |
| Joan Bennett | Elizabeth Collins Stoddard / Naomi Collins | 80 (deceased) |
| David Henesy | David Collins | 69 |
| Kathryn Leigh Scott | Maggie Evans | 83 |
| Louis Edmonds | Roger Collins / Joshua Collins | 77 (deceased) |
| Clarice Blackburn | Mrs. Sarah Johnson | 105 |
| Jonathan Frid | Barnabas Collins / Bramwell Collins | 87 (deceased) |
| Grayson Hall | Julia Hoffman | 104 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Dark Shadows are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.