Fringe Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2008 · FOX · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About Fringe
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Fringe have?
Fringe has 5 seasons and 100 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 9, 2008 to January 18, 2013.
Is Fringe renewed, ended, or canceled?
Fringe has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Fringe?
It takes 77h 10m (4630 minutes) to watch the complete run of Fringe. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 39 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 77.2 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 39 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Fringe?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 20 ("There's More Than One of Everything"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.4/10 based on 29 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Fringe?
Fringe is available for streaming on Hulu. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Fringe?
Fringe has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in Fringe?
The primary ensemble cast includes Anna Torv as Olivia Dunham (age 47), Joshua Jackson as Peter Bishop (age 48), Jasika Nicole as Astrid Farnsworth (age 46), John Noble as Walter Bishop (age 78).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Anna Torv | Olivia Dunham | 47 |
| Joshua Jackson | Peter Bishop | 48 |
| Jasika Nicole | Astrid Farnsworth | 46 |
| John Noble | Walter Bishop | 78 |
| Lance Reddick | Phillip Broyles | 60 (deceased) |
| Blair Brown | Nina Sharp | 80 |
| Leonard Nimoy | Dr. William Bell | 83 (deceased) |
| Seth Gabel | Lincoln Lee | 44 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Fringe are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.