Dear Brother Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1991 · NHK BS1 · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-Y
Frequently Asked Questions About Dear Brother
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Dear Brother have?
Dear Brother has 1 season and 39 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on July 14, 1991 to May 17, 1992.
Is Dear Brother renewed, ended, or canceled?
Dear Brother has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Dear Brother?
It takes 16h 15m (975 minutes) to watch the complete run of Dear Brother. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 9 days. Possible with dedication! Finishing this 16.3-hour series over Saturday and Sunday requires around 8.2 hours of viewing each day.
What is the highest-rated episode of Dear Brother?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("The Magnificent Ones"), which holds an outstanding rating of 10/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Dear Brother?
Dear Brother is available for streaming on RetroCrush Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Dear Brother?
Dear Brother has an official content rating of TV-Y.
Who are the lead actors in Dear Brother?
The primary ensemble cast includes Hiroko Kasahara as Nanako Misonô (age 56), Keiko Toda as Kaoru "Kaoru no Kimi" Orihara (age 69), Kenyu Horiuchi as Takashi Ichinomiya (age 69), Mami Koyama as Fukiko "Miya-sama" Ichinomiya (age 71).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Hiroko Kasahara | Nanako Misonô | 56 |
| Keiko Toda | Kaoru "Kaoru no Kimi" Orihara | 69 |
| Kenyu Horiuchi | Takashi Ichinomiya | 69 |
| Mami Koyama | Fukiko "Miya-sama" Ichinomiya | 71 |
| Masako Katsuki | Aya Misaki | 67 |
| Sakiko Tamagawa | Mariko Shinobu | 64 |
| Sumi Shimamoto | Rei "Hana no Saint-Just" Asaka | 71 |
| Tessyo Genda | Takehiko Henmi | 78 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Dear Brother are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.