Empty Nest Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1988 · NBC · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Empty Nest
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Empty Nest have?
Empty Nest has 7 seasons and 170 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on October 8, 1988 to June 17, 1995.
Is Empty Nest renewed, ended, or canceled?
Empty Nest has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Empty Nest?
It takes 50h 0m (3000 minutes) to watch the complete run of Empty Nest. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 25 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 50 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 25 days.
Where can you stream or watch Empty Nest?
Empty Nest 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 Empty Nest?
Empty Nest has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Empty Nest?
The primary ensemble cast includes Richard Mulligan as Dr. Harry Weston (age 67 (deceased)), Dinah Manoff as Carol Weston (age 70), David Leisure as Charley Dietz (age 75), Park Overall as LaVerne Todd (age 69).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Mulligan | Dr. Harry Weston | 67 (deceased) |
| Dinah Manoff | Carol Weston | 70 |
| David Leisure | Charley Dietz | 75 |
| Park Overall | LaVerne Todd | 69 |
| Kristy McNichol | Barbara Weston | 64 |
| Estelle Getty | Sophia Petrillo | 84 (deceased) |
| Marsha Warfield | Dr. Maxine Douglas | 72 |
| Paul Provenza | Patrick Arcola | 69 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Empty Nest are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.