Family Ties Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1982 · NBC · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-PG
Frequently Asked Questions About Family Ties
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Family Ties have?
Family Ties has 7 seasons and 168 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 22, 1982 to May 14, 1989.
Is Family Ties renewed, ended, or canceled?
Family Ties has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Family Ties?
It takes 81h 6m (4866 minutes) to watch the complete run of Family Ties. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 41 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 81.1 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 41 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Family Ties?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("Pilot"), which holds an outstanding rating of 9/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Family Ties?
Family Ties is available for streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Family Ties?
Family Ties has an official content rating of TV-PG.
Who are the lead actors in Family Ties?
The primary ensemble cast includes Meredith Baxter as Elyse Keaton (age 79), Michael Gross as Steven Keaton (age 79), Michael J. Fox as Alex P. Keaton (age 65), Justine Bateman as Mallory Keaton (age 60).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Meredith Baxter | Elyse Keaton | 79 |
| Michael Gross | Steven Keaton | 79 |
| Michael J. Fox | Alex P. Keaton | 65 |
| Justine Bateman | Mallory Keaton | 60 |
| Tina Yothers | Jennifer Keaton | 53 |
| Brian Bonsall | Andy Keaton | 44 |
| Marc Price | Skippy Handelman | 58 |
| Scott Valentine | Nick Moore | 68 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Family Ties are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.