Marvel's Luke Cage Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2016 · Netflix · Status: Canceled · Rated: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions About Marvel's Luke Cage
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Marvel's Luke Cage have?
Marvel's Luke Cage has 2 seasons and 26 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on September 30, 2016 to June 22, 2018.
Is Marvel's Luke Cage renewed, ended, or canceled?
Marvel's Luke Cage has been officially canceled and will not return for additional seasons.
How long does it take to binge watch Marvel's Luke Cage?
It takes 21h 42m (1302 minutes) to watch the complete run of Marvel's Luke Cage. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 11 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 21.7 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 11 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Marvel's Luke Cage?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 3 ("Who's Gonna Take the Weight?"), which holds an outstanding rating of 7.6/10 based on 68 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Marvel's Luke Cage?
Marvel's Luke Cage is available for streaming on Disney Plus. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Marvel's Luke Cage?
Marvel's Luke Cage has an official content rating of TV-MA. It is intended for mature adult audiences and may contain explicit language, intense violence, or sexual themes.
Who are the lead actors in Marvel's Luke Cage?
The primary ensemble cast includes Mike Colter as Luke Cage (age 50), Alfre Woodard as Mariah Dillard (age 73), Simone Missick as Misty Knight (age 44), Theo Rossi as Hernan ‘Shades’ Alvarez (age 51).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Mike Colter | Luke Cage | 50 |
| Alfre Woodard | Mariah Dillard | 73 |
| Simone Missick | Misty Knight | 44 |
| Theo Rossi | Hernan ‘Shades’ Alvarez | 51 |
| Justin Swain | Detective Mark Bailey | – |
| Sean Ringgold | Sugar | 48 |
| Mustafa Shakir | John 'Bushmaster' McIver | 50 |
| Gabrielle Dennis | Tilda Johnson | 44 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Marvel's Luke Cage are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.