Gunsmoke Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1955 · CBS · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-G
Frequently Asked Questions About Gunsmoke
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Gunsmoke have?
Gunsmoke has 20 seasons and 635 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 10, 1955 to March 31, 1975.
Is Gunsmoke renewed, ended, or canceled?
Gunsmoke has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Gunsmoke?
It takes 133h 54m (8034 minutes) to watch the complete run of Gunsmoke. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 67 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 133.9 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 67 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Gunsmoke?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 12 ("Magnus"), which holds an outstanding rating of 9.5/10 based on 2 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Gunsmoke?
Gunsmoke is available for streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, Philo, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, Peacock Premium Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Gunsmoke?
Gunsmoke has an official content rating of TV-G.
Who are the lead actors in Gunsmoke?
The primary ensemble cast includes James Arness as Marshal Matt Dillon (age 88 (deceased)), Amanda Blake as Kitty (age 60 (deceased)), Milburn Stone as Doc (age 75 (deceased)), Ken Curtis as Festus (age 74 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| James Arness | Marshal Matt Dillon | 88 (deceased) |
| Amanda Blake | Kitty | 60 (deceased) |
| Milburn Stone | Doc | 75 (deceased) |
| Ken Curtis | Festus | 74 (deceased) |
| Dennis Weaver | Chester | 81 (deceased) |
| Glenn Strange | Sam Noonan | 74 (deceased) |
| Ted Jordan | Burke | 80 (deceased) |
| Rudy Doucette | Townsman (uncredited) | 98 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Gunsmoke are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.