Home and Away Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1988 · Seven Network · Status: Returning Series · Rated: TV-14
Frequently Asked Questions About Home and Away
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Home and Away have?
Home and Away has 39 seasons and 8735 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 18, 1988 to June 4, 2026.
Is Home and Away renewed, ended, or canceled?
Home and Away is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.
How long does it take to binge watch Home and Away?
It takes 2533h 6m (151986 minutes) to watch the complete run of Home and Away. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 1267 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 2533.1 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 1267 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Home and Away?
The highest-rated episode is Season 18, Episode 230 ("Episode 4100"), which holds an outstanding rating of 10/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Home and Away?
Home and Away is available for streaming on Sky Go. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Home and Away?
Home and Away has an official content rating of TV-14.
Who are the lead actors in Home and Away?
The primary ensemble cast includes Ray Meagher as Alf Stewart (age 82), Lynne McGranger as Irene Roberts, Ada Nicodemou as Leah Patterson-Baker (age 49), Shane Withington as John Palmer (age 68).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Ray Meagher | Alf Stewart | 82 |
| Lynne McGranger | Irene Roberts | – |
| Ada Nicodemou | Leah Patterson-Baker | 49 |
| Shane Withington | John Palmer | 68 |
| Emily Symons | Marilyn Chambers | 57 |
| Georgie Parker | Roo Stewart | 61 |
| James Stewart | Justin Morgan | 50 |
| Sophie Dillman | Ziggy Astoni | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Home and Away are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.