How many seasons and episodes does First Department have?

First Department has 5 seasons and 114 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on November 16, 2020 to March 2, 2026.

Is First Department renewed, ended, or canceled?

First Department is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.

How long does it take to binge watch First Department?

It takes 91h 12m (5472 minutes) to watch the complete run of First Department. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 46 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 91.2 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 46 days.

Where can you stream or watch First Department?

First Department 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 First Department?

First Department has an official content rating of Not Rated.

Who are the lead actors in First Department?

The primary ensemble cast includes Ivan Kolesnikov as Юрий Брагин (age 43), Sergey Zharkov as Михаил Шибанов (age 47), Elena Vozhakina as Вера Брагина (age 35), Evgeniy Bakalov as Игорь Шайтанов (age 63).

Binge-Watching Time Guide

How Long Does It Take to Watch First Department?

2020 · 5 Seasons · 114 Episodes · Total Runtime: 91h 12m (5,472 mins)

Total Watch Time

91h 12m

5,472 minutes of non-stop content across all 114 episodes.

Weekend Binge Verdict

Multi-Week Commitment

Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 91.2 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 46 days.

Average Episode Length

48 mins

Typical episode runtime excluding ad breaks and credit sequences.

Standard Pace (2 hrs/day)

46 days

Finish by approximately Nov 10, 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)

92 days

Estimated completion:
Dec 26, 2026

Recommended Pace

Standard (2 hrs/day)

46 days

Estimated completion:
Nov 10, 2026

Dedicated (4 hrs/day)

23 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 18, 2026

Weekend Marathon (8 hrs/day)

12 days

Estimated completion:
Oct 7, 2026

Watch Time at Higher Playback Speeds

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

1.00× (Normal): 91h 12m 1.25× Speed: 72h 58m (saves 18.2h) 1.50× Speed: 60h 48m (saves 30.4h)

Season-by-Season Runtime Breakdown

Season	Episodes	Total Runtime	Avg Length	Share of Series
Season 1	20 episodes	16h 0m (960 mins)	48 mins/ep	17.5%
Season 2	20 episodes	16h 0m (960 mins)	48 mins/ep	17.5%
Season 3	24 episodes	19h 12m (1,152 mins)	48 mins/ep	21.1%
Season 4 Longest Season	30 episodes	24h 0m (1,440 mins)	48 mins/ep	26.3%
Season 5 Shortest Season	20 episodes	16h 0m (960 mins)	48 mins/ep	17.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Binge-Watching First Department

Can I binge-watch First Department in a single weekend?

Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 91.2 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 46 days. A 48-hour weekend provides about 16 to 24 waking hours; First Department contains 91h 12m of episodes.

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

At a steady rate of 2 hours per day, it will take approximately 46 days to finish the complete series. If you begin today, your projected finish date is Nov 10, 2026.

Which season of First Department is the longest?

Season 4 is the longest season with a total runtime of 24h 0m across 30 episodes.

How many total hours and episodes are in First Department?

The series consists of 114 episodes across 5 seasons, totaling 91h 12m (5,472 minutes) of screen time.