Family Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1976 · ABC · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Family
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Family have?
Family has 5 seasons and 86 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on March 9, 1976 to June 25, 1980.
Is Family renewed, ended, or canceled?
Family has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Family?
It takes 70h 19m (4219 minutes) to watch the complete run of Family. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 36 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 70.3 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 36 days.
Where can you stream or watch Family?
Family is available for streaming on Tubi TV. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Family?
Family has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Family?
The primary ensemble cast includes Sada Thompson as Kate Lawrence (age 83 (deceased)), James Broderick as Doug Lawrence (age 55 (deceased)), Gary Frank as Willie Lawrence (age 75), Kristy McNichol as Letitia "Buddy" Lawrence (age 64).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Sada Thompson | Kate Lawrence | 83 (deceased) |
| James Broderick | Doug Lawrence | 55 (deceased) |
| Gary Frank | Willie Lawrence | 75 |
| Kristy McNichol | Letitia "Buddy" Lawrence | 64 |
| Meredith Baxter | Nancy Lawrence | 79 |
| Quinn Cummings | Annie Cooper | 59 |
| Jimmy Weldon | Main Cast | 99 (deceased) |
| Mary Grace Canfield | Mrs. Hanley | 89 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Family are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.