How many seasons and episodes does Detective Academy have?

Detective Academy has 9 seasons and 227 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on November 3, 2019 to March 22, 2026.

Is Detective Academy renewed, ended, or canceled?

Detective Academy is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.

How long does it take to binge watch Detective Academy?

It takes 83h 15m (4995 minutes) to watch the complete run of Detective Academy. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 42 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 83.3 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 42 days.

Where can you stream or watch Detective Academy?

Detective Academy is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.

What is the official age rating for Detective Academy?

Detective Academy has an official content rating of Not Rated.

Who are the lead actors in Detective Academy?

The primary ensemble cast includes Stefan Guo (age 32), Qi Sijun (age 32), Pu Yixing (age 32), Shi Kai (age 26).

Binge-Watching Time Guide

How Long Does It Take to Watch Detective Academy?

2019 · 5 Seasons · 111 Episodes · Total Runtime: 83h 15m (4,995 mins)

Total Watch Time

83h 15m

4,995 minutes of non-stop content across all 111 episodes.

Weekend Binge Verdict

Multi-Week Commitment

Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 83.3 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 42 days.

Average Episode Length

45 mins

Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.

Standard Pace (2 hrs/day)

42 days

Finish by approximately Nov 6, 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)

84 days

Estimated completion:
Dec 18, 2026

Recommended Pace

Standard (2 hrs/day)

42 days

Estimated completion:
Nov 6, 2026

Dedicated (4 hrs/day)

21 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 16, 2026

Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)

11 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 6, 2026

Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds

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

1.00× (Normal): 83h 15m 1.25× Speed: 66h 36m (saves 16.7h) 1.50× Speed: 55h 30m (saves 27.8h)

Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown

Season	Episodes	Total Runtime	Avg Length	Share of Series
Season 1	17 episodes	12h 45m (765 mins)	45 mins/ep	15.3%
Season 2 Shortest Season	15 episodes	11h 15m (675 mins)	45 mins/ep	13.5%
Season 3	17 episodes	12h 45m (765 mins)	45 mins/ep	15.3%
Season 4	17 episodes	12h 45m (765 mins)	45 mins/ep	15.3%
Season 5 Longest Season	45 episodes	33h 45m (2,025 mins)	45 mins/ep	40.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching Detective Academy

Can I binge-watch Detective Academy in a single weekend?

Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 83.3 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 42 days. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; Detective Academy contains 83h 15m of episodes.

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

At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 42 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Nov 6, 2026.

Which season of Detective Academy is the longest?

Season 5 is the longest season with a total runtime of 33h 45m across 45 episodes.

How many total hours and episodes are in Detective Academy?

The series consists of 111 episodes across 5 seasons, totaling 83h 15m (4,995 minutes) of screen time.